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With an STB merger refiling for the acquisition of Norfolk Southern anticipated “in the coming weeks,” Union Pacific (UP) posted “a record-breaking year and delivered best-ever safety, service, and operating…

Greenbrier Leasing Europe (GBXLE) on Jan. 27 reported partnering with Chicago-based Amsted Digital Solutions SAS (Amsted Digital) to launch a freight-car truck monitoring initiative “aimed at advancing condition-based maintenance across…

The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA) receives its second Gold Standard Award for Transit Security Excellence. Also, the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) celebrates the opening of the…

Union Pacific (UP) is joining in the celebration of 250 years of American independence and innovation this year with its first-ever coast-to-coast steam tour led by Big Boy No. 4014.…

BNSF on Jan. 26 announced a $3.6 billion capital plan for 2026 that devotes $2.8 billion to maintenance and $358 million to “expansion and efficiency” projects.

OmniTRAX announced Jan. 27 that Ryan Dreier has been named Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Dreier joined OmniTRAX as Executive Vice President in 2025, following an extensive career at BNSF Railway.…

Norfolk Southern (NS) earns a spot on Fortune magazine’s list of World’s Most Admired Companies. Also, Union Pacific’s (UP) Trenton, Mo., Engineering team marks a safety milestone.

HDR promotes Brian Buchanan to Transit Program Management Lead. Also, North County Transit – San Diego Railroad (NCTD) promotes Ioni Tcholakova to Director of Service Planning.

Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka outlines business, community, and environmental projects in his 2026 State of the Port address. Also, the Montreal Port Authority (MPA) releases the…

Despite headlines signaling a sustainability pullback, the reality is more nuanced: Many companies are quietly doubling down, investing more strategically than ever before. Norfolk Southern Chief Sustainability Officer Josh Raglin has been…

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) Board selects rapid transit for the Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project. Also, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) kicks off a transit-oriented development project…

The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) on Jan. 22 announced that the Blue Ridge Connector, the Georgis Ports’ latest addition to its inland rail network, is now 95% complete and will…

CSX posted 4Q25 operating income of $1.11 billion and net earnings of $720 million, or $0.39 per share, compared to   $1.11 billion and $733 million, or $0.38 per share, in…

Josie Curtis is joining Patriot Rail Company as Vice President of People Strategy. She will provide leadership across talent acquisition and development, employee relations, compliance, compensation and benefits, performance management,…

Together with Prairies Economic Development Canada and the Province of Manitoba, the Arctic Gateway Group (AGG), Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA), and CentrePort Canada Inc. on Jan. 20 reported signing a…

Norfolk Southern (NS) on Jan. 21 reported launching East Edge, a newly cleared double-stack intermodal corridor connecting Chicago and New England. It replaces a single-stack route, reducing transit times by…

The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) launches a new MARC train student fare program. Also, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) holds off on issuing new debt…

The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) on Jan. 21 released its $22.1 billion Final Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) for Fiscal Years 2026 to 2031.

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and Norfolk Southern (NS) are advancing their locomotive fleet modernization programs through acquisitions of new Tier 4-compliant road units from Wabtec and Progress Rail. CPKC…

Patriot Rail on Jan. 21 recognized two teams whose performance, it says, “exemplifies the values” at the heart of the company’s Top to Bottom Program, including “leadership, accountability, and continuous…