Latest United States News
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Amtrak Restores Services After Removal of Horizon Railcars
Amtrak has resumed regular service across affected routes following the recent removal of Horizon railcars from operation.
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Maryland Purple Line Begins Dynamic Testing
The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) has confirmed that dynamic testing is underway for the Purple Line's light rail vehicles.
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Alstom to Continue Operation and Maintenance of JFK AirTrain
Alstom has secured a seven-year contract extension to operate and maintain the AirTrain system at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK…
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Amtrak Removes Horizon Cars from Service Due to Corrosion
Amtrak has removed several Horizon rail cars from service following routine inspections that identified corrosion.
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MBTA Launches South Coast Rail Service
MBTA has commenced service on the new Fall River/New Bedford Commuter Rail Line as part of the South Coast Rail project.
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Brightline West Secures $2.5 Billion in Private Activity Bonds for High-Speed Rail
Brightline West has secured 2.5 billion USD in senior subordinated private activity bonds to support its high-speed rail development.
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Metra Announces 2025 Construction Programme
Metra has unveiled its 2025 construction programme, detailing a series of infrastructure improvements across its network.
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Amtrak Showcases NEC Infrastructure Investments in New Video
Amtrak has released a new video highlighting major infrastructure projects along the Northeast Corridor (NEC).
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US: ABB and Stadler Partner on Sustainable Passenger Rail Projects
ABB will supply traction converters and Pro Series Traction Batteries for Metra's and Caltrans' new Stadler trainsets in the US.
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Legislators Call for $2 Billion for Public Transport Across California
Sacramento lawmakers have called upon the state to invest $2 billion to support transit initiatives across California.
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US: Federal Spending Bill Secures Billions for Public Transit in FY25
The United States Congress has passed a full-year spending bill, which maintains core funding levels for public transit and rail services.
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Hitachi Rail Presents HMAX Platform at NVIDIA GTC 2025
Hitachi Rail has presented its HMAX solution at the annual NVIDIA GTC, taking place in San Jose from 17 to 21 March 2025.
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California High-Speed Rail Provides 2025 Project Update
At the start of this month, the California High-Speed Rail Authority’s 2025 Project Update Report was submitted to the state legislature.
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Amtrak Introduces New Features to Mobile App
Amtrak has announced a number of updates to its mobile app, aiming to streamline customer experience and simplify navigation.
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Amtrak Trains Undergo Design Overhaul
Amtrak is introducing a new visual identity for its trains as part of a broader initiative to enhance passenger experience and wayfinding.
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MTA Introduces Open-Gangway Trains on New York's G Line
The MTA has introduced open-gangway subway cars on the G line, marking a further step in modernising New York City’s transit system.
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Amtrak Presents Details of New Airo Trains
Amtrak has outlined the latest details for its new fleet of Airo trains, which are scheduled to debut in 2026.
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Siemens to Supply an Additional 18 Light Rail Vehicles in Cleveland
The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) has ordered an additional 18 S200 Light Rail Vehicles (LRVs) from Siemens Mobility.
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Alstom to Overhaul Multilevel II Railcar Trucks for NJ TRANSIT
Alstom has announced the signing of new 25 million USD contract with NJ TRANSIT for an overhaul of its fleet of Multilevel II Trucks.
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California High-Speed Rail Seeks Public Input on Renewable Energy Infrastructure
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has commenced the public scoping process to develop renewable energy infrastructure for the network…
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US DOT to Review Funding for California High-Speed Rail
The US DOT is reviewing the California High-Speed Rail project to assess whether federal funding commitments should continue.
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Amtrak Releases Map Displaying Major Infrastructure Projects
Amtrak has published a map displaying many of its major infrastructure investments contributing to a 'New Era of Rail' in the US.
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STV to Support Metra in Procuring Battery-Powered Trains
Chicago’s Metra Metropolitan Rail (Metra) has contracted STV to provide procurement support for battery-powered trainsets.
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IN PICTURES: Dreamstar Releases Renderings for US Overnight Rail Service
Dreamstar Lines has released interior design renderings for trains set to operate on overnight rail services in the US.