Latest United States News
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Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Submit Combination Application to STB
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have filed an application with the Surface Transportation Board requesting to combine the two railroads.
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KC Streetcar Reaches Riverfront for First Time
Last week, Kansas City welcomed the first-ever streetcar to arrive at its Riverfront area, reaching a new milestone in its extension project…
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How Amorim Cork Solutions Delivers Next-Generation Track Materials for Rail Systems
Amorim Cork Solutions is reinventing materials innovation by combining vibration control and sustainable innovation for rail systems.
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MTA, JPMorganChase and Vornado to Rebuild Grand Central Train Shed
The MTA, JPMorganChase and Vornado have announced a new project to rebuild New York's Grand Central Train Shed.
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High-Speed Rail Authority Invites Bids for Retrofit and Restoration of Fresno Depot
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has issued an invitation to bid on a contract for the retrofitting and restoration of Fresno Depot.
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Draft Environmental Study Published for Los Angeles–Anaheim High-Speed Rail
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has released a draft environmental study for the high-speed rail section from Los Angeles to Anahei…
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DDAP RAX LLC Strengthens Its Position in the International Market: Company Successfully Passes Annual AAR/IQC Audit
DDAP RAX ha passed annual AAR/IQC audit, strengthening its position as a trusted international manufacturer of high-quality railway axles.
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Seattle: Sound Transit Opens Light Rail Extension to Federal Way
Sound Transit has begun operating its light rail extension to Federal Way, extending the 1 Line nearly eight miles further south.
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CDOT Announces Construction Date for New State/Lake Loop Elevated Station
The Chicago Department of Transportation has announced that construction will begin on the new State/Lake Loop Elevated station in January.
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US: FRA Approves Waiver to Expand Field Tests of ATI Technology
The FRA's Railroad Safety Board has approved a waiver allowing railroads to expand the field testing of automated track inspection technolog…
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The Leadership Imperative: Securing the C-Suite Through Proactive Succession
Stahl Recruiting highlights why proactive C-suite succession planning is essential for rail operators, helping organisations secure future-r…
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Amtrak Mardi Gras Service Trains Carry 46,000+ Passengers Since Introduction
Amtrak has announced that over 46,000 customers have ridden Amtrak Mardi Gras Service trains since their introduction in August.
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BNSF Petitions STB to Revisit Union Pacific–Southern Pacific Merger Conditions
BNSF has filed a petition for STB to enforce conditions established during the 1996 Union Pacific (UP) and Southern Pacific (SP) merger.
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IHHA & WCRR 2025: Goldschmidt Presents Solutions for RCF Prevention
Goldschmidt showcases at this year’s Rail Research Week in Colorado Springs (USA), how innovative inspection technologies help detect RCF at…
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neomind and SEKISUI KYDEX Win the Prestigious RedCabin Rail Interiors Award
neomind and SEKISUI KYDEX win Collaboration of the Year at the RedCabin Rail Interiors Awards for IdeenzugUrban.
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Maryland Transit Administration Receives Final Light Rail Vehicle for Purple Line
The Maryland Transit Administration has announced the delivery of the 28th and final light rail vehicle (LRV) for the Purple Line project.
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PennDOT Allocates $219.9 Million to SEPTA Following Federal Intervention
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will provide 220 million USD in new capital funding for SEPTA, following a series of federal interventions.
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US: Alstom & CTDOT Unveil Models of New Commuter Cars at Union Station
Alstom and the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) have unveiled a life-sized model of the state's future commuter rail cars.
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US: TriMet Celebrates Delivery of Final Type 6 MAX Unit
TriMet has celebrated the delivery of the final Type 6 MAX unit at its Ruby Junction Rail Operations Facility.
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MBTA Replaces Track to Prepare for Battery-Electric Trains
MBTA has replaced more than 28 miles of rail on the Fairmount Line, marking a significant step toward introducing battery-electric trains.
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MTA Opens New Railcar Acceptance and Testing Facility in Brooklyn
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has opened a new Railcar Acceptance and Testing Facility in Sunset Park, Brooklyn.
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Brightline West Sets Out Bond Exchange Plan to Support High-Speed Rail Funding
Brightline West has agreed a transaction support arrangement to advance the refinancing of its Series 2025A Bonds, which total $2.5 billion.
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Amtrak Advises Early Bookings for Record-Breaking Thanksgiving Travel
With Thanksgiving around the corner, Amtrak is encouraging passengers to book their journeys early to secure the best fares and seats.
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COMET Industries Earns AAR Certification for Increased Component Life (ICL)
COMET Industries earns AAR ICL certification, enabling freight car bolsters and side frames to remain in service up to 67 years.