Latest United States News
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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.
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US Passenger Rail Funding Faces Uncertain Future Under BUILD America 250
The proposed BUILD America 250 Act has provided a renewed outlook on the future of passenger rail funding in the US.
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Alstom to Transform Delaware Property into NextGen Acela Maintenance Site
Alstom has purchased a 20-acre property in Delaware that will serve as a maintenance site for NextGen Acela high-speed passenger trains.
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California High-Speed Rail Identifies Private Consortium for Future Network Expansion
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has identified a consortium of private companies that could help finance and develop the network.
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Sound Transit Launches New Sounder Rail Cars in Seattle
Sound Transit has begun introducing a new fleet of passenger rail cars on its Sounder commuter rail network.
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Alstom Invests in Future Rail Talent as US Operations Expand
Alstom has partnered with colleges and universities in the US to support workforce development for North America's rail industry.
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US DOT Invests $466 Million to Upgrade Washington Union Station
The US Department of Transportation has announced a 466 million USD investment in upgrading Washington Union Station.
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California High-Speed Rail Authority Awards Track and Systems Contract
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has contracted an American-led consortium to deliver track and systems installation.
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MBTA Tests New Red Line Digital Signalling System
MBTA has carried out testing and commissioning activities for a new digital signalling system on the Ashmont branch of the Red Line.