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Officials and individuals from the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA), Jackson County Economic Foundation (JCEDF), the Jackson County Board of Supervisors, the Jackson County Port Authority, and Chevron Corporation joined BWC…

A new analysis from the Association of American Railroads (AAR) underscores freight rail’s “critical role” as a supply chain stabilizer, “helping mitigate inflationary pressures and reduce price volatility compared to…

Association of American Railroads (AAR) subsidiary Railinc on Dec. 2 reported rolling out a Rail Industry GIS (RIGIS) Routing + Mileage application. RIGIS is described as “the central repository for…

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has selected 15 semi-finalist teams to advance to the next stage of its Ideas Challenge to “enhance America’s infrastructure, improve safety, and cut costs…

Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) on Dec. 2 announced that it has donated a rail tank car to support hands-on training for the Chicago Fire Department, Calumet City Fire Department,…

CN on Dec. 2 released its 2024 Delivering Responsibly Sustainability Report, marking the 10th edition of the Class I’s comprehensive disclosure on its sustainability performance.

Union Pacific updated investors Dec. 2 that its Surface Transportation Board filing to acquire Norfolk Southern will be pushed out two weeks due to “additional analysis from a contractor.” UP…

CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles) has appointed Félix Fernández as the CEO of CAF USA, taking on overall responsibility for the rail and bus segments in the U.S. States…

On Nov. 14, the Rail Users’ Network (RUN) held its fall online conference. Its theme was “An Update—Keeping You Informed in the World of Passenger Rail & Rail Transit.” The…

Phil Logan, Michael Payne, and Levi Gracy join the leadership team of TNW Corporation, a privately held transportation logistics company operating three short lines and multiple transload facilities in Texas.…

The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) launches a new Capital Program Dashboard. Also, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s (PANYNJ) PATH commuter rail records its second-busiest…

The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) is now accepting online applications for rail, transit, and commuter assistance grants for the 2027 Fiscal Year. The annual grant application…

Union Pacific (UP) delivers the city of Omaha’s official Christmas tree. Also, Norfolk Southern (NS), Amtrak, and the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation announce the schedule for their New York…

The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) on Dec. 1 announced the recipients of this year’s Safety and Environment Awards, “recognizing railways and railroaders who are driving meaningful progress in the…

Pittsburgh, Pa.-based Wabtec Corporation on July 7 reported entering into a definitive agreement to acquire Austria-based Frauscher Sensor Technology Group GmbH (Frauscher), a supplier of train detection, wayside object control…

Ra’anana, Israel-based technology company Rail Vision Ltd. (Rail Vision), on Oct. 9 announced the signing of a non-binding term sheet for a strategic transaction to acquire 51% ownership of Quantum…

Amtrak issued a press release Nov. 18 touting the railroad’s performance in Fiscal Year 2025 entitled “Amtrak: A Year of Records.” With record ridership, record passenger miles, record capital investments…

Marc Bernier on Dec. 1 transitioned to Vice President of Alstom’s Rolling Stock and Components (RSC) business in North America. He is leading engineering, development, and production sites, and has…

The Contrarian View: The phrase “Where’s the Beef” originated from a Wendy’s commercial in 1984 and quickly became a “cultural catchphrase” used to express skepticism or doubt about the substance…

Union Pacific (UP) partners to build a first responder training site in California. Also, CN, along with Port Halifax and PSA Halifax, welcome the inaugural call of CMA CGM Ambition…