Railroad News

Biloxi, Miss., is considering the closure of six out of the city's 29 crossings to accommodate road extensions and is working with CSX to identify the best options.

"We share a commitment to safer rail traffic through Biloxi and we're working on a plan for consolidation that will address our safety concerns while assisting economic expansion in east and west Biloxi," said Biloxi Mayor Andrew Gilich.

2/6/2017    

Rail News: Safety

New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has reported record ridership numbers on the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), Metro-North Railroad and the newly-added Second Avenue Subway.

 

2/6/2017    

Rail News: Intermodal

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Rail News: Passenger Rail

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Rail News: CSX Transportation

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Rail News: CSX Transportation

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Rail News: Passenger Rail

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Rail News: Intermodal

2/3/2017    

Rail News: Passenger Rail

2/3/2017    

Rail News: Security

The Board of Directors of Union Pacific approved its $3.1 billion capital program for 2017.

 

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) will advance four unsolicited proposals that could accelerate two mega projects.

The four unsolicited proposals will move from Phase 1, an initial conceptual review, to Phase 2 analysis, which involves a more detailed qualitative and quantitative look. Two of the proposals are for the West Santa Ana Branch Transit Corridor and two are for the Sepulveda Pass Transit Corridor, both mega projects are included in LACMTA's Measure M transportation ballot. LACMTA says each proposal suggests a different approach to bringing innovation, acceleration, cost savings and/or other benefits to the respective projects, compared with Metro's planned project delivery method.

Sound Transit has announced a temporarily revised route for its Sounder South Line to allow crews to complete the second phase of work on its Tacoma Trestle Track & Signal Project from Feb. 17–22.

 

2/3/2017    

Rail News: People

2/3/2017    

Rail News: Union Pacific Railroad

2/3/2017    

Rail News: Union Pacific Railroad

Rail News Home Union Pacific Railroad 2/3/2017 Rail News: Union Pacific Railroad
Union Pacific Railroad's board yesterday approved a 2017 capital plan of $3.1 billion, down $400 million from last year's plan.The 2017 plan includes $300 million for the railroad's ongoing implementation of positive train control, UP officials said in a press release."The 2017 capital plan reflects our continued commitment to safety, productivity and future profitable growth," said UP Chief Financial Officer Rob Knight in a press release. "Our capital investments serve a critical role in adding value for our customers and shareholders."Most Class Is expect to spend less on capital expenditures, Progressive Railroading reported last week. However, Canadian Pacific has announced a 6 percent increase in its 2017 capex budget, while Norfolk Southern Corp. expects to spend about the same this year. Meanwhile, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) announced this week that the freight railroad industry will spend about $22 billion on capex in 2017. The railroads' investments will include upgraded track and locomotives, as well as advanced technology designed to meet demand and improve railroad safety, according to an AAR press release. Contact Progressive Railroading editorial staff. More News from 2/3/2017

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (GWI) Chairman of the Board of Directors Mortimer B. Fuller III has announced his retirement effective following the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting this May.

 

2/3/2017    

Rail News: Passenger Rail