Latest Amtrak News
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Amtrak Breaks Ground on Philadelphia Train Maintenance Facility
Amtrak has commenced construction on a new heavy maintenance facility at Penn Coach Yard in Philadelphia to help modernise its rail services…
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Amtrak to Upgrade King Street Rail Yard in Seattle
Amtrak is set to embark on a significant upgrade project at its King Street Rail Yard in Seattle to prepare for its new Airo trains.
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Amtrak Integrates with Google Search
Amtrak has partnered with Google to help travellers make more sustainable transportation choices when using Google Search.
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Amtrak Breaks Ground on New Connecticut River Bridge
Amtrak has broken ground on constructing the new Connecticut River Bridge between Old Saybrook and Old Lyme.
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Amtrak Invests in Infrastructure Upgrades on Northeast Corridor
This summer, Amtrak is investing 260 million USD in infrastructure improvements on the Northeast Corridor (NEC).
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Amtrak to Enhance Passenger Experience at Washington Union Station
Amtrak has launched a new programme to elevate the passenger experience at Washington Union Station, which it now manages.
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Amtrak Commences Work on Susquehanna River Rail Bridge Project
Amtrak and key project partners have marked the start of the Susquehanna River Rail Bridge Project in Northeast Maryland.
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IN PICTURES: Amtrak's Renderings of West Baltimore MARC Station
Amtrak has published renderings of the West Baltimore MARC Station that will be built as part of the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program.
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US: $11 Billion in Grants and Financing for Hudson River Tunnel Project
The Biden-Harris Administration has awarded 11 billion USD in grants and financing for the Hudson River Tunnel Project.
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Amtrak Awards Construction Contract for New Connecticut River Bridge
Amtrak has awarded a contract to a joint venture formed of O&G/Tutor Perini to construct the new Connecticut River Bridge.
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Amtrak Publishes Its Latest Sustainability Report
Amtrak has released its fiscal year 2023 Sustainability report, detailing its progress towards net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045.
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Amtrak Completes Accessibility Upgrades at Bay Area Stations
Amtrak has invested 20.8 million USD to complete significant accessibility improvements at several Bay Area stations in Califonia.
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Amtrak Issues RFIs for Enhanced Wi-Fi Connectivity
Amtrak has issued two RFIs to support its delivery of high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity along the 450-mile Northeast Corridor (NEC).
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Amtrak Highlights Plan for High-Speed Rail in Texas
Amtrak has provided an update on its plans for high-speed rail in the US, including a corridor between Dallas and Houston.
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Amtrak Issues RFI for Zero-Emission Rail Technologies
Amtrak has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for solutions that could help transform its rail fleet with zero-emission technologies.
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Amtrak Selects Delivery Partner for Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program
Amtrak has awarded a 'Delivery Partner' contract to a team comprised of AECOM and Jacobs to support the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program.
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Amtrak Begins Harrisburg Line Track Renewal Project in Pennsylvania
Amtrak has begun a 122 million USD track maintenance project to renew the Harrisburg Line in Pennsylvania.
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Federal Funding to Deliver New Rail Services in Colarado
With federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, new passenger rail services are set to launch in Colorado.
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Initial Demolition Begins for Amtrak's Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program
Amtrak has provided an update on the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program, with initial demolition having begun in Baltimore.
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Amtrak Awards Construction Contract for Frederick Douglass Tunnel
Amtrak has awarded a contract to Kiewit/J.F. Shea Joint Venture to build the new Frederick Douglass Tunnel in Baltimore.
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US: Amtrak Plans to Double Ridership by 2040
Amtrak has announced plans to advance several key initiatives throughout 2024 as part of its goal to double annual ridership by 2040.
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Amtrak Seeks Public Ideas for Chicago Union Station
Amtrak is calling on the public to contribute their ideas for the improvement of Chicago Union Station in Illinois.
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Amtrak Issues RFP for New Long Distance Trains
Amtrak has issued a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) to railcar manufacturers to replace its existing Long Distance fleet.
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Amtrak Awards Contracts for Susquehanna River Rail Bridge Replacement
Amtrak has awarded contracts to Flatiron/Herzog, AECOM and Fay Construction for the Susquehanna River Rail Bridge Replacement Program.