Union Pacific Details its Rockfall Mitigation Efforts

GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo. – Union Pacific’s Inside Track focuses on the efforts of its rockfall mitigation teams.

Government of Ontario Introduces Shortline Tax Credit, RAC Releases Statement of Support

ONTARIO – The Government of Ontario and Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy introduced a tax credit for shortlines in Ontario.

‘Torrential Rainfall’ Affects Service in CSX Subdivisions

CUMBERLAND, Md. – Severe weather on Tuesday, May 13th led to shipment delays for CSX across Maryland, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania.

Aberdeen Carolina and Western Railway is one of 12 North Carolina short lines to receive grant funding under the state’s Freight Rail and Rail Crossing Safety Improvement Program. (Aberdeen Carolina and Western Railway Photograph)

Senators Crapo and Wyden Introduce Short Line Railroad Tax Credit Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate has introduced a Short Line Railroad Tax Credit bill that serves as a companion to House Bill H.R. 516 that was introduced in January.

After Infrastructure Upgrades, NS Coal Train 702 Runs Through Alabama

PARRISH, Ala. – Norfolk Southern announced its trains are now operating on the Berry Branch in Alabama.

Cando Expands Executive Leadership Team

Duncan has more than 22 years of Class I railway industry experience. Most recently, he served as Norfolk Southern’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer with leadership responsibilities for Transportation, Network

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ASLRRA Executive Board Member Kristin Bevil Testifies on Federal Rail Assistance before Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee

WASHINGTON, D.C. – General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer for Pinsly Railroad and Executive Board Member of ASLRRA Kristin Bevil testifies on May 6, 2025 before the House of Representatives committee on Transportation and Infrastructure’s Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.

NTSB Issues RIR 25-07 for CSX MoW Accident

ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. – The NTSB issued Railroad Investigation Report 25-07 for an incident that occurred on February 13, 2024.

Just For Fun –– Union Pacific Unveils Commemorative Lincoln Locomotive No. 1616 with First Trip Planned in May

OMAHA –– Union Pacific has added another locomotive to its Heritage Fleet. The new addition honors the legacy of Abraham Lincoln, one of the most consequential presidents of the United States.

Stillwater Central Railroad Rebuilds Bridge After Oklahoma Wildfires

CHANDLER, Okla. – In Watco’s newsletter, it documented the Stillwater Central Railroad’s efforts to rebuild a rail bridge after it sustained damage from a wildfire on March 14th.

Mount Vernon Railroad and Southwest Indiana Creating ‘Mega Modal’ Opportunity

MOUNT VERNON, Ind. –– Indiana state and local officials this week opened what they term a “Mega Modal” opportunity at the Ports of Indiana – Mount Vernon with the addition of the Mount Vernon Railroad.

Making Sense of Tariffs and Inflation for Freight Rail –– Commentary

NEW YORK –– This commentary is reproduced from today’s Railway Age news feed and was written by the Railway Supply Institute (RSI)

ST&T’s 30-member team has an “unwavering commitment to safety,” according to owner CPKC, and has increased output from 460,000 ties in 2022 to more than 700,000 in 2024.

ST&T Marks Safety Milestone

Vivian, La.-based Superior Tie and Timber (ST&T) has celebrated 2,500 days without an injury, according to owner Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC). ST&T “holds the unique position of being the only crosstie

BNSF Works to Restore Service in Missouri and Arkansas After Severe Weather

MAMMOTH SPRING, Ark. – BNSF crews respond after severe weather hit the Thayer North and South Subdivisions in Arkansas.

$3.6M Awarded to 12 Rail Projects in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – $3.6 million in state grants was awarded to 12 rail projects in Kentucky improve safety, storage capacity, and maintenance.

San Joaquin Council of Governments Approves $14MM for Stockton Diamond Grade Separation Project

STOCKTON, Calif. – The San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) approved $14 million in Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) funding for SJRRC’s Stockton Diamond Grade Separation Project.

NS Efforts Mark a Major Milestone in Asheville River Arts District

ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Norfolk Southern announced a milestone in its efforts to restore service to Asheville, North Carolina after heavy flooding wiped out sections of track last September.

On The Roll Again: Crews Shut Down BNSF’s Tulsa Yard For Resiliency Upgrades, Quickly Resume Service

TULSA, Okla. – From BNSF’s Rail Talk, Stephen Manning writes about BNSF’s Engineering Team in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

OmniTRAX Names Current BNSF Executive Colby Tanner CEO As Part Of Planned CEO Succession

DENVER –– OmniTRAX, the Broe Group’s rail and real estate affiliate, has named Colby Tanner as its new CEO.

Windstorm Topples Section of CSX Intermodal Train

HANCOCK COUNTY, Ohio –– Part of a CSX intermodal train was blown off the tracks by a heavy windstorm associated with severe weather moving through Ohio.

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