Latest United States News
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Performance, Not Prescriptions: Enhancing Rail Investments
At the APTA Rail Conference, Gabriel J. Lopez-Bernal, President of Icomera North America spoke with us about optimising investments in rail.
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Advance Construction to Begin on Chicago's Red Line Extension
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has announced that advance construction work is set to begin on its Red Line Extension this summer.
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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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How to Get More Tracks for Your Greenbacks
During a recent webinar, the High-Speed Rail Alliance invited Paul Lewis from DB E.C.O. to discuss the systemic cost problem for rail in the…
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US: Over $2 Billion Announced in Northeast Corridor Funding
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has announced over 2 billion USD in funding for projects on the Northeast Corridor (NEC).
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MTA Modernises Metro-North's Maintenance and Operations Hub
New York's MTA has completed a multi-year modernisation project at the Metro-North Railroad's Croton-on-Hudson hub.
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US: DART Commences Testing Silver Line Stadler Trains
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) has commenced the testing phase for its Silver Line trains, manufactured by Stadler.
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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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Siemens Mobility to Manufacture High-Speed Trains for Brightline West
Brightline West has selected Siemens Mobility as the preferred bidder to manufacture its high-speed trains.
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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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California High-Speed Rail Presents Preliminary Seating Designs
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has released preliminary interior design renderings for the seating of its future trains.
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California High-Speed Rail Presents Its Sustainability Strategies
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has highlighted its progress in sustainability while delivering its electric high-speed rail line.
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IN PICTURES: Interior Train Renderings for Brightline West
Earlier this week, Brightline West broke ground on its high-speed rail line. These images display its vision for the future train interiors.…
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Brightline West Breaks Ground on High-Speed Rail Line
Brightline West has officially broken ground on its high-speed rail project to connect Las Vegas and Southern California.
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Caltrain Completes Integrated Testing between San Francisco and San Jose
Caltrain's electric trains have completed integrated testing between San Francisco and San Jose in California.
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California High-Speed Rail Releases RFP for Electric Train Contract
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has approved the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) to procure its electric high-speed trains…
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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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Chicago Metra Launches $332 Million Construction Plan for 2024
Chicago's commuter rail system, Metra, has announced a comprehensive list of construction projects planned for 2024.
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California High-Speed Rail Releases Train Interior Design Renderings
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has released new preliminary interior design renderings for its future train amenities.
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PATH Forward to Enhance Rail Network in New Jersey
PANYNJ has launched PATH Forward: a two-year programme to provide enhanced services and infrastructure on New Jersey's PATH rail network.
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LA Metro Completes Tunnelling for D Line Subway Extension
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro) has completed tunnelling for the D Line Subway Extension Project.
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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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$2.4 Billion in CRISI Grants to Improve US Rail Infrastructure
The FRA has announced over 2.4 billion USD in Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program grants.
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Caltrain Retires Diesel Trains Ahead of Electrified Service Launch
Caltrain has retired 32 diesel passenger cars ahead of the launch of its new electric fleet in autumn 2024.