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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…

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…

Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District (NICTD) President Mike Noland announced his upcoming retirement during a board meeting last week, according to a WVPE 88.1 news report.

The Milwaukee Area-Racine-Kenosha (MARK) Rail Commission is established in Wisconsin to study passenger service. Also, Denver Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Colorado launches “open payments” with Masabi.

Siemens Mobility North America recently announced that Tobias Bauer has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective Dec. 1.

The Denver Regional Transportation District (RTD) introduces Tap-n-Ride for convenient fare payment on the go. Also, ridership on the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation’s (HART) Skyline is still up one…

Hitachi Rail on Nov. 26 (World Sustainable Transport Day) published its 2025 Sustainability Statement, reaffirming a commitment to “leading the sustainable development of the mobility sector by driving innovation, reducing…

Railway Age and Railway Track & Structures on Oct. 15-16 hosted the third-annual in-person Women in Rail Conference with a packed lineup of influential women and their allies, who shared experiences, celebrated achievements, and discussed…

The U.S. Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) appoints Jebby Rasputnis as Director of Programs. Also, Rick Cotton is stepping down as Executive Director of the Port Authority of New York and…

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) releases its first Point B Strategic Plan Annual Report. Also, the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) tests a new electric OC Streetcar ahead of its…

A mockup of one of the 60 commuter railcars joining Connecticut Department of Transportation’s (CTDOT) fleet in late 2026 is now on display at Union Station in New Haven. Alstom…

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) on Nov. 24 issued Safety Advisory 25-1 (SA 25-1) recommending that State Safety Oversight Agencies (SSOAs) direct Rail Transit Agencies (RTAs) within their jurisdiction to…

Governor Josh Shapiro on Nov. 24 directed Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Mike Carroll to allocate $219.9 million in additional capital funding to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA)…

Denver Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Colorado releases its third-quarter financial results. Also, Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet) takes delivery of its last Type 6 MAX LRV on…

The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) on Nov. 21 opened “on time and under budget” what it is calling a “first-of-its-kind” Railcar Acceptance and Testing Facility.

Fortress Investment Group-backed Brightline West (a.k.a., DesertXpress Enterprises, LLC) on Nov. 20 reported entering into a “transaction support agreement that is expected to culminate in a private exchange by holders…

TriMet reduces administrative staff to help address the agency’s ongoing budget gap. Also, Purple Line vehicles arrive in New Carrollton, Md.

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…

The Senate Commerce Committee on Nov. 19 recommended Senate reconfirmation of Republican Michelle A. Schutz to a second five-year term on the Surface Transportation Board (STB). Her renomination is now…