Québec commits to funding public transit studies
The Québec government will invest up to CA$14.75 million (US$11.25 million) for various studies to evaluate public transit development by the Autorité régionale de transport métropolitain (ARTM).
Author: Mischa Wanek-Libman
Rail’s role in trade, border security on display during tour with Rep. Hurd
Union Pacific’s Clarks Park Yard provided a fitting setting to highlight the importance of border security and international trade to the rail industry during a July 5 tour for Rep. Will Hurd
Lac-Mégantic five years after: Much accomplished, much to do
On the fifth anniversary of one of the most horrific rail accidents in modern times, Canadian officials issued a series of statements with a common thread: We remember, we will learn and
Oberman nominated for STB slot
President Donald Trump has nominated Martin J. Oberman to fill the final open slot on the Surface Transportation Board (STB) the White House announced July 5, 2018.
Hudson Bay Railway says sale has “fallen apart”
The ongoing saga concerning the fate of the Hudson Bay Railway (HBR) continued with the railroad saying negotiations on a potential sale have fallen apart.
SEPTA readies for fifth annual Trolley Tunnel Blitz
As has been the case for the past four summers, Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) will again close its Center City tunnel for nine days to perform a maintenance blitz.
Newman to lead Alaska Railroad’s ATCS department
The Alaska Railroad (ARRC) has promoted George Newman from director of Advanced Train Control Systems (ATCS) to senior director effective July 2.
FEIS published for Palmetto Railways proposed Navy Base ICTF
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District, has published the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the proposed Palmetto Railways intermodal facility at a former naval base near Charleston, S.C.
Washington delegation urges federal funding for Lynnwood Link Extension
Federal funding for Sound Transit’s Lynnwood Link Extension was the subject of a letter to U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Secretary Elaine Chao from several of Washington state’s congressional representatives.
LACMTA Board approves light-rail option for East San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) Board has approved a 9.2-mile, at grade, light-rail option as the Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA) for the East San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor.
Carolina Connector back on table with NCDOT agreement
The planned intermodal terminal known as the Carolina Connector (CCX) looks to be moving forward following an agreement reached between the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and CSX.
SCVTA to launch safety pilot by year’s end
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (SCVTA) will launch a six-month pilot program by the end of 2018 designed to increase safety near light rail in downtown San Jose.
Uncontrolled train movement prompts TSB to call for updated employee qualification standards
An incident involving a train rolling uncontrolled for three miles has prompted the Transportation Safety Board of Canada to recommend an update to employee qualification standards.
TRC acquires Vali Cooper & Associates, Inc.
TRC, a provider of end-to-end engineering, consulting and construction management solutions, has acquired infrastructure management firm Vali Cooper & Associates, Inc. (VC&A).
Getzner opens first North American facility
Getzner USA, Inc., is opening its first production facility in North America, which the company explains will allow it to expand its product range domestically.
MBTA Green Line Extension breaks ground
A groundbreaking ceremony was held for the 4.7-mile Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Green Line Extension (GLX) where officials from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) said federal funding had been released
Governor’s signature moves LaGuardia AirTrain forward
New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo signed legislation on June 25 to advance the process to build a new AirTrain connection to LaGuardia Airport.
Brightline wants to extend to Tampa, FDOT opens full bidding process
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) began the process to allow a high-speed rail connection between Orlando and Tampa through private investment.
Canada invests in port, rail projects at Port of Vancouver
The government of Canada, through the National Trade Corridors Fund, is granting CA$167 million (US$128.46 million) for three projects at the Port of Vancouver in British Columbia.
Alabama funding refusal; missed CRISI deadline sets Gulf Coast Amtrak restoration back
An effort to restore Amtrak service along the Gulf Coast absorbed a series of blows toward its progress with Alabama refusing to commit financially to the project along with the deadline passing