Metrolinx Hazel McCallion Line’s First Station to be Built at Matheson
Metrolinx crews are continuing work on the Hazel McCallion Line in Brampton and Mississauga along Hurontario Street, the transit agency announced this week.
Author: Kyra Senese
Rain Delays San Clemente Railroad Stabilization Project Reopening Until March
The Orange County Transportation Authority’s San Clemente slope stabilization project is facing further delays to restore its service between San Diego and Orange counties following several days of heavy rain.
Norfolk Southern Works to Repair Alabama Lift Bridge
After being damaged by a vessel, Norfolk Southern’s lift bridge spanning the Tennessee River in Decatur, Ala., is expected to remain out of service for up to five days, the railroad announced in a service alert on Jan. 17.
SMART Trains See Delays After Novato Flooding
Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) passengers in Marin and Sonoma counties faced delays Jan. 17, a day after heavy flooding in Novato, California, closed the train tracks near Hanna Ranch Road.
Metrolinx Launches Tunneling Project on Scarborough Subway Extension
Metrolinx announced on Jan. 18 that tunneling for Scarborough’s 4.8-mile subway expansion has begun.
WMATA, Regulator Clash Over Safety, Plan to Use Suspended Rail Cars
New conflicts between the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority and its regulator have called into question the effectiveness of an oversight arrangement established by Congress six years ago to make service safer, lawmakers say.
Balfour Beatty Shakes Up Buildings & Civils Executive Leadership Team
Balfour Beatty has announced changes to its US Buildings & Civils Executive Leadership team that will take effect in April of 2023.
BART to Launch East Bay Track Projects, Enhance Reliability
Bay Area Rapid Transit’s Yellow Line in the East Bay will be the focus of significant trackway repairs come February.
Union Pacific Completes Multi-Year Texas Siding Projects to Expedite Track Speed
East of Dallas, Union Pacific recently completed a multi-year infrastructure project that started in December 2020. In order to improve the state’s rail potential, the Class 1 has had 12 construction, rail, signal, surface, and tie teams working on a wide range of track projects.
Rhode Island Transit Officials Set Opening for Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation, the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority and Rhode Island Public Transit Authority announced Jan. 9 that the opening date for the new Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center will be Jan. 23.
LA Metro to Host Open Houses for Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority has announced that it will hold three community open houses this month for the Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project, a massive project to construct a heavy rail line or monorail between the San Fernando Valley and the West Los Angeles area south of the Santa Monica mountains.
Chicago, Philadelphia Transit Leaders Sign Deal to Support Minority-Owned Businesses
A first-of-its-kind agreement struck Jan. 9 by the heads of the transit systems in Chicago and Philadelphia is intended to make it simpler for minority-owned companies to do business with both systems.
PennDOT Work Underway to Revive Coatesville Station After 25 Years
With an anticipated completion date in the fall of 2025, work is underway for a new $65 million train station project in Coatesville, Pennsylvania.
Ottawa Ice Storm Immobilizes OC Transpo Service
After weekend efforts to restore full service along Ottawa’s light rail system, OC Transpo, in time for Monday’s return to work and school failed, officials said the system will not be fully operational until at least Jan. 10.
Sacramento Regional Transit District Aims to Complete Light Rail Modernization in 2024
The Sacramento Regional Transit District has announced updates to its Light Rail Modernization Project as the new year gets underway.
Metrolinx to Widen Bridge, Expand Service on Lakeshore East GO Line
Beginning in January 2023, Metrolinx will have crews working to widen the Woodbine Bridge in Toronto’s east end. The bridge will eventually be able to accommodate a fourth track by adding a span on the north side.
Rain Delays Work on San Clemente Railroad Stabilization Project
The Orange County Transportation Authority’s San Clemente slope stabilization project has been halted recently due to rain, raising questions about whether the delay will extend the suspension of passenger train service on the county’s sole railroad link between Orange and San Diego counties.
Michigan DOT to Resume Work on Bridge Replacement Projects
The Michigan Department of Transportation has announced that it will resume work to replace two century-old railroad bridges in Jackson as of March.
GoTriangle Commuter Rail Study Outlines Service Along Existing NCRR Corridor
North Carolina’s regional GoTriangle transportation service released the findings of a commuter rail feasibility study on Jan. 4 and is looking for feedback on the options for future commuter rail service identified in the report.
Michael Baker International Selects Chris Statham as EVP, CFO
Chris Statham has joined Michael Baker International as executive vice president and chief financial officer, the company announced on Jan. 5.