North America News
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Hitachi Rail to Upgrade Toronto Subway Line 2 Signalling System
Hitachi Rail will modernise the signalling system on the Toronto Transit Commission's (TTC) Line 2 with CBTC technology.
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Austin Contracts Stadler to Supply Light Rail Vehicles
Austin Transit Partnership (ATP) has selected Stadler to supply the light rail vehicles for the city's first light rail line.
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All Routes Considered: Pittsburgh's Vision for the Modern Airport
In this episode, we speak with Christina Cassotis to discuss Pittsburgh Airport's vision for the modern airport.
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FIFA World Cup Boosts Vancouver Transit Ridership by More Than 600,000 Journeys
TransLink has released preliminary data showing a significant increase in public transport use during the FIFA World Cup.
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What's Next for US Rail? Key Themes From APTA Rail Conference 2026
APTA Rail Conference 2026 explored the future of US rail, with discussions on funding, procurement, project delivery and fleet renewal.
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Amtrak Celebrates Departure of Sixth Cascades Airo Trainset
Amtrak has announced that the sixth Cascades Airo trainset will soon arrive for testing along its journey toward the Pacific Northwest.
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Metra Completes In-House Rehabilitation of 302 Railcars
Metra has completed the rehabilitation of 302 commuter railcars as part of its in-house refurbishment programme.
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Alto and TRCA Sign Environmental Agreement for Canadian High-Speed Rail Project
Alto has signed a MoU with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) to establish a framework for environmental collaboration.
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Who Could Operate California's High-Speed Trains? Keolis and SNCF Outline Their Role
Keolis and SNCF Voyageurs have outlined their operations and maintenance role in California's high-speed rail expansion.
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Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Submit Additional Merger Information
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have submitted supplemental information to the Surface Transportation Board for their proposed merger.
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The Cost Drivers Behind North America's Rail Projects
Last week, the APTA Rail Conference explored the plethora of factors driving the cost of rail projects across the US.
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Amtrak Celebrates Service Entry of 13 NextGen Acela Trains
Amtrak has celebrated the entry of 13 brand-new NextGen Acela trains into active service on the Northeast corridor.
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The Future of US Passenger Rail Rolling Stock
The APTA Rail Conference explored a period of fleet renewal and the latest rolling stock technologies for the US passenger rail industry.
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The Future of US Transit Funding Won't Be Found in Washington Alone
As IIJA funding winds down, public transit agencies in the US are determining where the next generation of investment will come from.
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Stadler Marks 10 Years in the US with Salt Lake City Factory Expansion
Swiss rail manufacturer Stadler has marked its 10th anniversary in the US, opening an expanded manufacturing facility in Salt Lake City.
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MTA Introduces R211 Subway Trains on New York City's D Line
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has introduced the first R211A subway trains on New York City's D line.
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US: Construction to Move Forward on Sawtooth Bridges Project
Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT have announced that they will be moving forward with initial construction on the Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project.
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FIFA World Cup Shows Why Transit Deserves More Federal Commitment
The APTA Rail Conference highlighted how the FIFA World Cup 2026 is providing real-world evidence of public transportation’s value.
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The Hidden Challenges Behind North America’s CBTC Delivery
The 2026 APTA Rail Conference in Baltimore provided a deep dive into how agencies can transition to CBTC signalling technology.
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California High-Speed Rail Approves Procurement for Merced–Madera Extension
California High-Speed Rail has approved the next stage of procurement for a construction contract covering the Merced to Madera extension.
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Canada's Alto High-Speed Rail Project Moves to Market Engagement Phase
Cadence has launched a market engagement process for companies interested in participating in Alto's first phase of delivery.
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Private Investment Consortium Joins California High-Speed Rail Expansion Plans
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has signed a Co-Development Agreement (CDA) with Momentum Alliance Partners.
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New York Penn Station Redevelopment Advances with Pre-Development Agreement
Amtrak and Penn Transformation Partners have signed a Pre-Development Agreement to advance plans to redevelop New York Penn Station.
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LA Metro Reports Busiest May in Over Six Years
LA Metro has reported that May saw the highest level of rail ridership in over six years, with total use increasing by 9.5% over 2025.
