PNR RailWorks Wins Five-Year Maintenance Contract for VIA Rail Canada
Written by Jennifer McLawhorn, Managing Editor
Courtesy of PNR RailWorks
TORONTO – PNR RailWorks has won a five-year contract for VIA Rail Canada to perform maintenance for track, signals, bridges, and right-of-way infrastructure.
According to the press release, the contract will be on as well as the Ottawa station in south Ontario and VIA-owned Alexandria, Beachburg, Smith Falls, Brockville and Chatham subdivisions.
With more than 60 years of rail infrastructure solutions throughout Canada, RailWorks “has engraved the safety culture into the day-to-day activities across all levels of the organization with employees being recognized for their safe practices and behavior resulting in an outstanding safety record.” PNR RailWorks is working toward the start of the maintenance contract, which begins on September 1, 2024.
PNR RailWorks Vice President of Operations, Joe Fenech said, “This contract solidifies PNR RailWorks’ presence outside of the greater Toronto and Hamilton Area and our expanded growth into the Ottawa region. . . With more staff and equipment strategically located across southern and eastern Ontario, we look forward to working with VIA on this project and future opportunities.”
“About PNR RailWorks Inc. – Founded in 1961, PNR RailWorks provides a complete range of construction, communications, rehabilitation, and maintenance services to Class I railroads, short lines, transit authorities, and rail- served commercial and industrial companies across Canada. PNR RailWorks is a trusted brand within RailWorks Corporation. For more information, visit www.pnrrailworks.com.
“About Bernhard Capital Partners – Bernhard Capital Partners is a services and infrastructure-focused private equity management firm established in 2013. Bernhard Capital Partners has deployed capital in four funds across several strategies, has approximately $3.4 billion of gross assets under management. Bernhard Capital Partners seeks to create sustainable value by leveraging its experience in acquiring, operating and growing services and infrastructure businesses. For more information, visit www.BernhardCapital.com.
