IO, Metrolinx issue RFQ for Lakeshore East expansion
Infrastructure Ontario (IO) and Metrolinx have issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for interested parties to build and finance the Lakeshore East – Central Corridor Expansion project.
Author: Mischa Wanek-Libman
PHMSA awards Short Line Safety Institute grant
The Short Line Safety Institute (SLSI) has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) for hazardous material training.
Rep. Walz tours Miller Ingenuity, discusses rail safety
Miller Ingenuity, Operation Lifesaver, Inc., and local railroads hosted U.S. Rep. Tim Walz (D-MN-1) for a roadway worker safety demonstration, as well as a discussion on rail safety programs on Aug. 22.
Groundbreaking held for Glacier Rail Park
Federal, state and local dignitaries kicked off construction of the Glacier Rail Park in Kalispell, Mont., Aug. 22.
MBTA kicks off Ruggles Station improvement project
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) began a $38.5-million improvement project at Ruggles Orange Line and Commuter Rail Station on Aug. 22.
NCDOT looking to improve CSX tracks in two counties
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) will hold an informal public meeting on Aug. 31 regarding a proposal to improve sections of CSX tracks in Scotland and Bladen counties.
NY, NJ senators ask USDOT to reconsider sleep apnea testing mandate
New York and New Jersey’s senatorial delegation are asking the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) to reconsider a rule that would require sleep apnea testing of rail workers and commercial truck drivers.
Port Freeport breaks ground on rail project
Port Freeport in Texas held a groundbreaking ceremony Aug. 18 for Phase 1 of the Parcel 14 Rail Development project.
Caltrans publishes report on rail’s economic impact on state
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) released a research report that details the impact freight and passenger rail operations have on the state economy.
SMART to begin rail service Aug. 25
The Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) District received approval from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to begin full passenger train service on Aug. 25.
IO, Metrolinx issue RFP, RFQ for two Ontario transit projects
Infrastructure Ontario (IO) and Metrolinx are moving forward with the procurement process for the Hurontario Light Rail Transit project and Davenport Diamond Rail Grade Separation project.
SamTrans recommends multimodal approach to Dumbarton Bridge
A phased, multi-modal approach to the Dumbarton Highway and Rail Bridges will improve transport options and times between Alameda and San Mateo counties in California, according to a recently released study.
Metra names Derwinski as executive director/CEO
Metra’s Board of Directors has elevated its chief mechanical officer to serve as the commuter agency’s next executive director/CEO.
CN taps Barletta chief of staff as government affairs director
Andrea Waldock Niethold, former chief of staff to Rep. Lou Barletta (R-PA), has been named the director of government affairs for Canadian National.
Presidential Executive Order to streamline permitting process
A newly signed presidential Executive Order aims to reduce the time it takes projects to move through the federal permitting and review processes.
MBTA taps strategic consultant as next GM/CEO
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has named Luis Manuel Ramírez as its next General Manager/CEO, effective Sept. 12.
Al-Qaeda calls for U.S. rail and transit attacks
The latest issue of Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula’s (AQAP) magazine, Inspire, calls for attacks on U.S. railways and transit systems and goes as far as including many steps to help carry out acts of terror.
AAR, GoRail recognize Rep. DeFazio with Railroad Achievement Award
U.S. Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-Ore.) was honored Aug. 14 with the Railroad Achievement Award by the Association of American Railroads (AAR) and GoRail.
Gateway Program wants private sector ideas
The Gateway Program Development Corporation (GDC) is turning to the private sector to issue ideas on how to deliver the Hudson Tunnel Project.
LACMTA releases Draft EIR of Union Station improvements
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) has released its Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Los Angeles Union Station Forecourt and Esplanade Improvement Project.