TraPac utilizes Tideworks management system to automate rail operations

TraPac, LLC, launched the use of a planning management system by Tideworks Technology Inc. at its Los Angeles container facility.

Mathieu to lead OmniTRAX Energy Solutions

OmniTRAX has named Pierre-Luc Mathieu to lead OmniTRAX Energy Solutions (EOS) as president, effective immediately.

MTA aligns FASTRACK work with Subway Action Plan on Q line

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) began what its calling “an extensive list of maintenance, cleaning and repair work” yesterday on the Q line.

MRT Holdings launches two new products

MRT Holdings has introduced two new systems designed to help freight railroads and transit agencies improve track geometry inspection operations and work-zone sign management.

New MTA 53rd Street R Station is first of 33 to open

The new Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) New York City Transit 53 Street R Station in Sunset Park, Brooklyn opened ahead of schedule.

CHSRA appoints Post, Rodriguez

California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) appointed Thomas Post as director of engineering and Alice Rodriguez as deputy director of external affairs.

MTA cleans up with Keep it Clean initiative

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo revealed a new initiative to discourage subway littering. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) will run a public awareness campaign for the Keep it Clean initiative.

Penn State Altoona offers first ABET-accredited rail degree in U.S.

Penn State Altoona says it now offers the first and only ABET-accredited rail transportation engineering degree.

LIRR continues Ronkonkoma Double Track Project

Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) crews will conduct critical work to advance the LIRR’s Ronkonkoma Branch Double Track Project during the weekends of Sept. 9-10 and 16-17.

Union Pacific replaces Deval diamond in 48 hours

Union Pacific credits teamwork and planning for the successful replacement of the 100,000-pound, five-track Deval diamond in a little over 48 hours.

Keith Parker steps down from MARTA

Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) General Manager and CEO Keith Parker will step down after nearly five years of service.

LACMTA releases Draft EIS/EIR for proposed East San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) has released the Draft Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report (EIS/EIR) for the proposed East San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor (ESFV project).

GWI, SEACOR to own, operate rail ferry service

Genessee & Wyoming Inc. (GWI) and SEACOR Holdings Inc. will own and operate CG Railway (CGR), LCC, through a 50/50 joint venture.

New CTA Loop ā€œLā€ station opens at Washington/Wabash

Chicago’s first new downtown “L” station in 20 years opened yesterday. The Washington/Wabash Station is considered to be a gateway to Millennium Park and the east Loop.

SYSTRA acquires bridge design company IBT

SYSTRA has acquired bridge design company International Bridge Technologies (IBT).

Rep. Banks joins Press-Seal for facility tour, public policy discussion

U.S. Rep. Jim Banks (R-Ind.-3) joined representatives from Press-Seal Corporation and passenger rail advocacy groups to tour Press-Seal’s Fort Wayne, Ind., facility.

Aspen Equipment adds new service branch, technical staff

Aspen Equipment has added a new service branch in Davenport, Iowa, as well as a technical staff to operate it.

Capital Metro contracts Modern Railway Systems to provide PTC

Texas’ Capital Metro board of directors approved a contract with Modern Railway Systems, Inc. to design, build and commission a positive train control (PTC) system.

KCS, Bulkmatic enter JV to expand the exportation of liquid fuels from U.S. to Mexico

Kansas City Southern (KCS) is entering a 50/50 joint venture investment with Bulkmatic Transport Company, which aims to facilitate and expand the exportation of liquid fuels from the United States to Mexico.

Spearing named HNTB PM/CM practice leader

HNTB Corporation named Thomas J. Spearing III national transit program management/construction management (PM/CM) practice leader.

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