Latest United States News
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Connecticut Begins $1.6 Billion TIME-1 Rail Upgrade Project
Construction has begun on the first phase of Connecticut's TIME-1 rail infrastructure project to increase capacity on the New Haven Line.
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Amtrak Advances Construction on B&P Tunnel Replacement Project
Amtrak has announced further progress on the Baltimore and Potomac (B&P) Tunnel Replacement Program ahead of tunnel boring operations.
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US DOT Advances Public-Private Partnership for Washington Union Station
The U.S. Department of Transportation is establishing a public-private partnership for the redevelopment of Washington Union Station.
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BNSF Says Union Pacific–CN Agreement Weakens Case for Proposed Merger
BNSF has commented on the recently announced operating agreement between Union Pacific and Canadian National (CN).
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Maryland Purple Line Testing Reaches Bethesda Section
The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) has begun live-wire testing of Purple Line light rail vehicles to Bethesda Station.
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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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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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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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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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What Progressive Design-Build Really Means. And Why Everyone in Rail Is Talking About It.
The Progressive Design-Build (PDB) model reconfigures decision-making, risk, and collaboration across a capital project.
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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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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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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.
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NMI Research: As FIFA World Cup 26™ Heads to North America, Nearly Half of U.S. Travelers Say Paying Is Easier Abroad and Transit Is the Weak Spot
NMI research finds 46% of U.S. travellers say paying abroad is easier, with transit highlighted as a key weakness ahead of FIFA World Cup 26…
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Brightline Sees Decline in Crossing Collisions and Trespassing with Safety Upgrades
The US DOT has reported a reduction in grade crossing collisions and trespassing incidents along the Brightline Florida rail corridor.
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MTA Breaks Ground on Construction of Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 Project
Ground has officially been broken on the major construction stage of the Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 project.
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Designs Revealed for New York Penn Station Redevelopment
New design renderings have been unveiled for the redevelopment of New York Penn Station, with ground expected to break by the end of 2027.
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US: FRA Issues 25% More Rail Safety Fines in 2025
The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has announced a 25% year-over-year increase in rail safety fines…
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US: Alstom Launches New Plane Train Upgrades at ATL
Alstom and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport have unveiled upgrades to the existing Plane Train system.
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Amtrak Opens Preclearance for Cascade Passengers
Amtrak has introduced US preclearance for customers travelling from Vancouver – the first such experience for passenger rail in the country.