CSX makes DiversityInc’s 25 Noteworthy Companies list
CSX was named to DiversityInc‘s 25 Noteworthy Companies list and ranked number one on the list of Top 10 Companies for Veterans.
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California forms Freight Advisory Committee
California’s Business, Transportation and Housing Agency has formed the California Freight Advisory Committee, which will help determine the state’s plans for freight-related transportation investments in California.
NS CEO Moorman supports the long view before U.S. House rail panel
America needs fair and clear long-term policies that encourage continued investment in railroad infrastructure, technology and sustainability initiatives, Norfolk Southern CEO Wick Moorman told a federal panel.
Capitol Corridor’s Yolo Causeway West Crossover Project now complete
The Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority‘s Yolo Causeway West Crossover project was completed on April 14, 2013, by Union Pacific crews.
Fifth round of TIGER funding makes $474 million available
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has made $474 million available for the fifth round of the Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grant program.
Pace appointed vice-chairman of CN board
Canadian National (CN) Board of Directors appointed Robert Pace as its vice-chairman, effective immediately.
Union Pacific upgrading Kansas infrastructure
Union Pacific plans to strengthen Kansas’ transportation infrastructure by investing $19 million in the rail line between Salina and an area near Oakley.
Illinois six-year transportation construction program includes public transit and rail investment
A six-year, $12.62-billion construction program in Illinois has been put in place, which includes public transit and rail projects throughout the state.
BNSF recognizes 2012 Employees of the Year
BNSF honored the accomplishments of employees from across its network at an awards ceremony recently in Fort Worth, Texas.
SANDAG, NCTD to install crossovers, perform maintenance along LOSSAN
On April 20 and 21 in Southern California, North County Transit District (NCTD)’s COASTER commuter rail service, Amtrak and BNSF will cease operations for track maintenance.
House T&I special panel to discuss freight transportation improvements
U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure has put together a special panel tasked with examining the current state of freight transportation in the United States and how improving freight transportation can strengthen the U.S. economy.
New Mexico crude oil rail project planned
HollyFrontier Corporation and Holly Energy Partners, L.P., are collaborating to construct a rail facility that will enable crude oil loading and unloading near HollyFrontier’s Artesia and/or Lovington, N. M. refining facilities.
President includes $77 billion for USDOT in proposed budget
President Obama released his fiscal year 2014 budget on April 10 and included $77 million for the U.S. Department of Transportation. The figure is six percent above the FY 2012 enacted levels and the administration says the budget provides immediate transportation investment in key areas.
UP begins Wyoming rail line rehab
Union Pacific (UP) plans to strengthen Wyoming’s transportation infrastructure by investing $12 million in the rail line between Granite and Rawlins. The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of July.
KCS Officer on a Train event in Mississippi
Kansas City Southern (KCS) and the West Point Police Department hosted an Officer on a Train event April 9 to promote public safety at railroad crossings in West Point, Miss.
CN funds AREMA endowment for education
Canadian National has committed a $50,000 endowment to the American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA) Educational Foundation, according to a release from the association.
North Dakota rail line to benefit from TIGER III money
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood has obligated $10 million to rebuild a rail line near Devils Lake, N.D.
Six Class 1s recognized for transport safety
Six Class 1 railroads were recognized by Transportation Community Awareness and Emergency Response (TRANSCAER) through its 2012 National Awards Recognition Program.
Thelen retires; Schnautz to lead NS’ research and technology group
Norfolk Southern (NS) promoted Tom Schnautz to assistant vice president of research and advanced technology. He has assumed some of the responsibilities of Gerhard Thelen, including Positive Train Control (PTC) and research. Thelen retired March 31 as vice president operations planning and support.
UP putting $7 million into Nebraska infrastructure
Union Pacific (UP) plans to strengthen Nebraska’s transportation infrastructure by investing nearly $7 million in the rail line between North Bend and Grand Island. The project, funded entirely by UP without taxpayer dollars, is scheduled to be completed by the end of June.