Latest United States News
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Amtrak Upgrades Accessibility at Pair of Wisconsin Stations
Two Winconsin stations have undergone upgrade works as part of a $11 million scheme to improve accessibility at both Columbus and Tomah.
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New Bridge in San Juan to Improve Rail Reliability Along LOSSAN Corridor
Train traffic has begun operating across the brand-new Suan Juan Creek Bridge, replacing infrastructure that had stood for 100 years.
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Amtrak Breaks Ground on Set of Rail Yard Modernisation Projects
Amtrak has broken ground on a set of two different rail yard modernisation projects in Boston and Washington DC.
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Amtrak's Winter Park Express Train Returns to Rocky Mountains for 2025–26 Season
Amtrak has announced the return of the Winter Park Express train for the 2025–26 ski season, with rail services beginning on 19 December.
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Amtrak Announces Winter Wanderlust Fare Sale
Amtrak has announced its new Winter Wanderlust Sale, which offers travellers up to 30% off regularly priced fares on a number of routes.
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New York's MTA Orders 378 New R268 Subway Cars
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is purchasing 378 new R268 subway cars as part of its fleet modernisation programme.
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DDOT to End DC Streetcar Service in 2026
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has announced that DC Streetcar services will end on 31 March 2026.
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Can Permitting Reform Unlock US High-Speed Rail?
Could permitting reform, federal authority, and enforceable deadlines finally speed up progress on US high-speed rail?
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California Passenger Rail Enters New Phase with Gold Runner Rebrand
The San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority (SJJPA) has rebranded the Amtrak San Joaquins service to Gold Runner, effective 3 November 2025.
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US: Alstom to Hire 120 New Employees in Plattsburgh for Rail Car Production
Alstom has announced plans to recruit around 120 new employees for its rail car manufacturing facility in Plattsburgh, New York.
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California High-Speed Rail Completes Its Ninth Structure in 2025
The California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) has completed the Hanford Armona Road grade separation in Kings County.
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Amtrak Shares Update on Construction of Connecticut River Bridge
Amtrak has shared an update on construction of a modern bridge replacement between Old Saybrook and Old Lyme in Connecticut.
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MTA Completes Five Year Upgrade Project at Grand Central-42 St. Station
The MTA has announced the completion of a major upgrade of Grand Central-42 St subway station – finalising five years worth of works.
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US: DART Officially Launches Silver Line
DART has officially launched its 26-mile regional Silver Line rail service, which connects seven cities across North Texas.
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Utah Transit Authority Orders 20 Additional Stadler Light Rail Vehicles
The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) has chosen to order an additional 20 Citylink light rail vehicles from Stadler.
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California High-Speed Rail Supports Small Business Participation
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has hosted its annual Small Business Diversity and Resources Fair in Burlingame.
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Amtrak Airo Moves from Colorado to Northeast for Testing
Amtrak’s first new Airo train has completed testing in Pueblo, Colorado, and is now being transferred to the Northeast Corridor.
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MBTA Secures Funding to Procure New Commuter Rail Locomotives
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has secured funding to procure new commuter rail locomotives.
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Brightline West and California High-Speed Rail: What Signalling Systems Will They Use?
WDF explored how Brightline West and California High-Speed Rail plan to adopt advanced signalling and train-control systems.
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New Rail Services to Run Between Albany and New York City
Metro-North Railroad will launch new services between Albany and New York City from spring 2026, while Amtrak will restore suspended trips.
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Amtrak Announces Roomette Companion Sale
Amtrak has announced a new sale allowing customers booking a Roomette to bring a companion for free – for a limited time.
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North America Sees Gradual Shift in Rail Signalling
At WDF, Jonathan Hu and Richard Plokhaar from WSP, highlighted the diversity and complexity of signalling systems across North America.
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New York: MTA Begins Environmental Review Process for IBX
The MTA has announced the beginning of its environmental review process for the new Interborough Express (IBX).
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US: STV to Provide Engineering and Procurement Support for New MTA Fleet
STV has been selected by the MTA's Metro-North Railroad to provide engineering and procurement support for new battery electric locomotives.