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CSX and BNSF celebrate the advancement of separate industrial-development projects in North Carolina and Arkansas, respectively. Also, Norfolk Southern (NS) supports Habitat for Humanity and Children’s of Alabama; and Union…

The late Henry G. Manne, a pioneer in melding the academic disciplines of economics and law through a lens favoring free markets and reduced government regulation, gained international acclaim through…

New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) releases its final 2026 operating budget and four-year financial plan. Also, KC Streetcar will soon reveal plans for the new northern terminus and CPKC…

Hillwood, BNSF Railway, and the City of Fort Worth on Nov. 18 announced the creation of the Alliance Logistics District, officially designated and approved by the Fort Worth City Council…

TexAmericas Center, one of the largest mixed-use industrial parks in the U.S., announced Nov. 19 that it has commissioned two locomotives that “expand on‑site switching, transload, and yard capabilities across…

In the heart of the Windy City, BNSF’s Cicero Intermodal Facility underwent a transformation that’s as strategic as it is sustainable. With the final phase of a multi-year expansion nearing completion, the project is already delivering on…

Each year, Norfolk Southern (NS) conducts a comprehensive customer survey to gauge service performance and identify opportunities for improvement. In 2025, we achieved a world-class response rate of 42%, with…

The American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) has filed a notice of intent to participate in the Surface Transportation Board’s (STB) review of the forthcoming Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern…

North Carolina Railroad Company (NCRR) on Nov. 19 reported that it will invest up to $500,000 in a rail spur to serve Fit Precast’s new headquarters and concrete pipe production…

A thriving rail industry is foundational for the U.S. economy. Since the 1800s, railroads have powered the U.S. by hauling grain, chemicals, vehicles, coal and all kinds of critical supplies…

U.S. rail traffic was down slightly for the week ending Nov. 15 and experienced a modest gain through the first 46 weeks of 2025, vs. the same points last year,…

In addition to moving freight, Norfolk Southern (NS) has also “played an industry-leading role” in hosting new and existing passenger services, working with passenger rail partners to find solutions that…

Temperature-controlled warehousing and logistics company Lineage Inc. has broken ground on its 19th Texas-based facility. Slated to begin operations in late 2027, it will be part of the Prime Pointe…

Union Pacific Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer Rahul Jalali told reporters on a media day business train that UP-NS computer systems integration will go smoothly if the merger…

18 U.S. Senators—evenly split between Republicans and Democrats—from agricultural-producer states sent a letter to the Surface Transportation Board urging “a rigorous and comprehensive evaluation” of the proposed Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern…

The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) highlights “growth, resilience, and significant impact” at the 2025 State of the Port Address. Also, Port of Savannah container volumes were up 4%…

The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) appoints Morten Møller Jensen to its executive leadership team as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Also, Jones DesLauriers appoints Kyle Johnson as Partner &…

Nebraska’s Hersey Rail Park, to be served by Union Pacific (UP), has its first tenant, and bids are expected soon for a railcar mover, two transloaders, and a scale, according…

CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) on Nov. 17 celebrated the 30th anniversary of its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges, when it transitioned from…

CN’s Taschereau Yard marks a safety milestone. Also, Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) recognizes two grain elevators for “excellence in safety and efficiency.”