Class I Briefs: CSX, NS, CPKC
CSX is recognized for its work helping veterans achieve post-military employment and holds its 2024 women in rail leadership event. Also, Norfolk Southern (NS) hosts its annual short line conference...
View ArticleRailPulse, Amsted Team on Telematics
Amsted Digital Solutions has signed a multi-year agreement allowing RailPulse™—the coalition established in late 2020 to “facilitate and accelerate the adoption of GPS and other telematics technology...
View ArticlePinsly, R.J. Corman, Transtar, W&LE Land ORDC Grants (UPDATED)
The Ohio Rail Development Commission (ORDC) has awarded rehabilitation project grants totaling more than $2.89 million to Pinsly Railroad Company’s Camp Chase Railway (CAMY), R.J. Corman Railroad...
View ArticleIntermodal Briefs: Ports of Indiana, Port of Los Angeles
The Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor kicks off the construction season with more than $77 million in projects under way. Also, the Port of Los Angeles, Calif., logs its ninth consecutive month of...
View ArticleClass I Briefs: NS, CPKC, BNSF
Norfolk Southern (NS) is named “Railroad of the Year” by Evergreen Line. Also, NS restores and donates the historic East Palestine train depot; Canadian Pacific Kansas City’s (CPKC) Shreveport Terminal...
View ArticleIndustrial Development Briefs: Third Coast, UIPA
BNSF-served Third Coast, a chemical contract manufacturer, is expanding its Pearland, Tex., operations to better serve the U.S. Gulf Coast chemical industry. Also, Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA)...
View ArticleCSX Adds SCL to Heritage Fleet
CSX recently revealed its latest heritage locomotive—a tribute to the Seaboard Coast Line (SCL)—fresh out of the Class I railroad’s paint shop in Waycross, Ga. The post CSX Adds SCL to Heritage Fleet...
View ArticleU.S. Rail Traffic Remains Flat in Week 20, AAR
For the week ending May 18, 2024 (Week 20), total U.S. rail traffic came in at 474,886 carloads and intermodal units, up 0.9%—virtually flat—vs. the same week last year, according to a May 22...
View ArticlePeople News: IntelliTrans, GATX, Port NOLA, STV
IntelliTrans hires Jim Bell as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Also, GATX Corporation (GATX) announces a transition plan for Vice President – Government and Industry Affairs at Rail North America; the...
View ArticleSupply Side: Rail Vision, North American Rail Solutions/Strategic Rail
Rail Vision Ltd. receives a U.S. patent notice of allowance for its AI (Artificial Intelligence)-based railway obstacle detection system. Also, North American Rail Solutions acquires Strategic Rail,...
View Article‘Railroad Happy Hour’ Report: Market Leaders Point to ‘Mixed Conditions’...
“Leaders in the railroad market pointed to mixed conditions across the railroad and intermodal network,” according to TD Cowen’s latest Railroad Happy Hour report. “Improved operations are aiding...
View ArticleCN-IANR Merger Proposal: ‘Value Add’ for Ag
To be competitive and profitable, agricultural producers across the country are focusing on their cost of production, managing margins, and being forward-thinking on their grain and livestock...
View ArticlePeople News: RAC, HNTB/WTS
Railway Association of Canada (RAC) appoints Janet Drysdale of CN as Board Chair, succeeding Jeffrey J. Ellis of Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC). Also, HNTB’s Jeff Watson earns the WTS Man of the...
View ArticleASLRRA Honors 385 Railroads With Jake Awards
The American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) on May 29 reported its annual Jake Safety Award recipients, recognizing a “record” 385 member railroads for their...
View ArticleHitachi Rail Finalizes Thales GTS Acquisition
Hitachi Rail on May 31 completed its $1.8 billion acquisition of Thales’ Ground Transportation Systems (GTS) business, expanding its global presence to 51 countries with the majority of its revenues...
View ArticleTransport Canada: C$51.2MM for 19 Digital Infrastructure Projects
Transport Canada on May 31 announced up to C$51.2 million for 19 digital infrastructure projects under the National Trade Corridors Fund. The post Transport Canada: C$51.2MM for 19 Digital...
View ArticleBLET Members Ratify New Implementing Agreement
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) members have voted in favor of an implementing agreement regarding CN’s proposed acquisition of Iowa Northern, the union reported in the May 31...
View ArticleAlberta Premier Danielle Smith Discusses Railways – Rail Group On Air
Danielle Smith, Premier of Canada’s Alberta Province, discusses freight and passenger rail in the Province from economic, social and environmental standpoints with Railway Age Editor-in-Chief William...
View ArticleNow On Line: Railway Age June 2024 Digital Edition
Railway Age’s June 2024 issue is now available digitally. In addition to featuring the annual Equipment Leasing Guide, it includes Editor-in-Chief William C. Vantuono’s coverage of the Canadian Pacific...
View ArticleVerdigris Southern Becomes Watco’s 46th Short Line Railroad
Watco recently welcomed the Verdigris Southern Railroad (VESO), a three-mile line that serves the Port of Inola in Tulsa, Okla., as its 46th short line railroad. The post Verdigris Southern Becomes...
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