Passenger

The Toronto Transit Commission’s (TTC) long-awaited, C$2.6 billion Line 6 Finch West LRT launched Dec. 7. Serving 16 light rail stops and two end-point stations along 6.4 miles (10.3 kilometers)…

TTX Company elevates Marty Thomas to President, and Virginia Railway Express (VRE) appoints Katie Choe as CEO.

Parsons Corporation (Parsons) secures a position on Sound Transit of Seattle’s 2025 Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC). Also, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is rolling out a holiday-themed…

Riders in South King County, Wash., can now take Link service between SeaTac and Federal Way. Sound Transit on Dec. 6 opened a $2.5-billion, 7.8-mile extension of the 1 Line,…

Since the emergency infusion of federal funds for transit enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic started to run out, Railway Age has been reporting on how major transit providers have been…

Amtrak’s newest service, the Mardi Gras, is seeing strong demand. Also, Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is taking delivery of 10 leased coaches from MARC (Maryland Area Regional Commuter Rail);…

The Washington Metrorail Safety Commission (WMSC) on Dec. 4 issued a Safety Audit of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s (WMATA) communication systems performed through in-depth interviews, site visits, and…

Railway Age’s December 2025 issue is now available digitally, spotlighting the Freight Rail Outlook for 2026. Editor-in-Chief William C. Vantuono and Wall Street Contributing Editor Jason Seidl address the topic…

The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) unveils a collaboration with the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH). Also, VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) unveils its 2026-2029 Accessibility Plan; and…

Democrat Robert E. Primus, fired Aug. 27 from the Surface Transportation Board (STB) by Republican POTUS 47, alleges in an amended legal challenge filed in federal district court Dec. 4…

Denver Regional Transportation District (RTD) on Dec. 3 reported that its Board has adopted a $1.5 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2026, which includes appropriations for operating expenses, state of…

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is requesting public input as it launches an update to its State Rail Plan, which, the agency says, “addresses existing and future passenger and…

IntelliTrans launches a new brand identity. Also, Hitachi Rail is named one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers; RugGear and Swift Navigation partner to deliver high-accuracy location for industrial mobility; and…

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), New Jersey Transit (NJT) and Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) advance transit-oriented development projects. Also, San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) fares will…

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…

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…

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…

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…