North America News
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New Alstom-Produced APM Vehicles Enter Service at Tampa International Airport
Alstom has announced service entry of a set of four Innovia R automated people mover (APM) vehicles at Tampa International Airport.
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Ontario Acquires 205 Kilometres of Rail for Return of Northlander Service
The Ontario government has acquired 205 kilometres of railway as part of its plan to reinstate the Northlander passenger rail service.
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NJ TRANSIT and Amtrak to Open First Track of New Portal North Bridge
On 16 March, NJ TRANSIT and Amtrak will begin operations on the first track of the new Portal North Bridge in Kearny, New Jersey.
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New Research Maps Where Trains and Buses Are Built Across the US
New research from APTA shows that federal investment in public transport supports a wide manufacturing network across the United States.
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US: Progress Rail Partners with Norfolk Southern to Modernise 96 EMD SD70M-2 Locomotives
Progress Rail will modernise a set of 96 EMD SD70M-2 locomotives for Norfolk Southern – transforming them into SD70ICC units.
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Amtrak Announces Limited-Time Sale on Fares Between Boston and Virginia
Amtrak has announced a sale offering 25% off regularly priced adult fares on trains travelling between Boston and Virginia.
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Alto and Cadence to Begin Market Sounding for High-Speed Rail Procurement
In Canada, Alto and Cadence will begin a phased market sounding process this month as part of preparations for major procurement activities.
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Austin Voted for 22 Miles of Light Rail — So Why Does the Project Span Only 9.8?
Austin’s light rail project includes just 9.8 of the 22 miles voted on, showing how major transit projects often require a phased approach.
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Amtrak to Open First Community Grant Round for B&P Tunnel Replacement Project
Amtrak will begin accepting applications on 23 March for the first round of community grants linked to the B&P Tunnel Replacement Program.
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Amtrak and NJ Transit Progress Work on Portal North Bridge Cutover
NJ Transit and Amtrak are advancing work to replace the 116-year-old Portal Bridge over the Hackensack River in New Jersey.
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US DOT Announces $686 Million Fund to Upgrade Rail Stations
US DOT has announced approximately 686 million USD in competitive grant funding to support upgrades to rail transit stations.
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LA Metro to Open First Section of D Line Extension on 8 May
LA Metro has confirmed that Section 1 of its D Line Subway Extension Project will open to passengers on 8 May.
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US: MBTA to Develop New Regional Rail Strategy
The MBTA has announced plans to develop an updated regional strategy that will enable a transformation of its rail system.
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California High-Speed Rail Cost Estimate Reduced by $1.7 Billion
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has released its Draft 2026 Business Plan for a 60-day public review and comment period.
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Construction Begins on Station at Toronto's East Harbour Transit Hub
Work has started on the principal station building for the East Harbour Transit Hub, a major new interchange in the eastern part of Toronto.
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Amtrak Sets Revised Plan for Long-Distance Rail Fleet Replacement
Amtrak has announced a revised strategy to replace its long-distance passenger railcars, cancelling a previous procurement.
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Alto Details the Challenge of Winter Conditions for Canada’s High-Speed Rail Network
Planning for winter weather is a central consideration for Alto, the organisation developing a high-speed rail network in Canada.
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US: Hitachi Rail SelTrac™ Digital Signalling Enters Passenger Service for SEPTA
Passenger services using Hitachi Rail's new digital signalling system have begun on the Media–Sharon Hill Line operated by SEPTA.
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Metrolinx Begins Construction on Four Ontario Line Stations
Metrolinx has begun groundwork on four new stations for the Ontario Line metro route in the eastern part of Toronto.
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USDOT's Proposed Amtrak Restructuring Plan Draws Scrutiny
Early indications that the USDOT may direct a restructuring of Amtrak have prompted a cautious response from the Rail Passengers Association…
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Canada: Hitachi Rail Confirms $30 Million Investment in New Toronto HQ
Hitachi Rail is investing nearly 30 million CAD in a new Canadian headquarters in Toronto.
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Austin Transit Partnership Selects Contractor for Light Rail Project
Austin Transit Partnership has selected Austin Rail Constructors as the construction contractor for the city’s first light rail system.
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FAQs: What Will Train Tickets Cost for Canada’s Alto High-Speed Rail Service?
Alto has answered the latest questions about its proposed high-speed rail network, addressing property acquisition, noise and ticket prices.
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Canada: Hyundai Rotem to Supply High-Floor Light Rail Vehicles in Edmonton
The City of Edmonton has signed a purchase contract with Hyundai Rotem Company for a new fleet of high-floor light rail vehicles.
