A Smooth Ride: Friction Management Solutions
ATLANTA – From the December 2024 issue of Railway Track & Structures, here is a lineup of friction management solutions from suppliers across the industry.
News and Opinion
Examining the Role of Wheel/Rail Interaction in a Unit Train Derailment
ATLANTA – From the December 2024 issue of Railway Track & Structures, this article looks at the role of wheel/rail interaction in a unit train derailment.
Railroads Experienced a Successful 2024
ATLANTA – From the December 2024 issue of Railway Track and Structures, here is the State of the Industry for 2024 and a Maintenance of Way Outlook for 2025.
HDR and Mott MacDonald Win 2024 Going Digital Award for Enterprise Engineering
TORONTO – HDR and Mott MacDonald won a 2024 Going Digital Award for Enterprise Engineering, presented by Bentley Systems.
ACEC Florida Awards HNTB With Grand Award
LAKE MARY, Fla. – HNTB was recognized by the American Council of Engineering Companies of Florida with a Grand Award for its work on the Brightline Florida East-West Connector project.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer Signs Senate Bill 271; Old Railroad Ties as Alternative Energy Source
DETROIT – Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Senate Bill 271 on November 28th.
MDOT Seeking Developers for Odenton MARC Station’s Surrounding Community
HANOVER, Md. – The Maryland Department of Transportation has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a team to develop the area surrounding Odenton MARC station.
Pandrol SAS Awarded Gold Medal from EcoVadis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Pandrol SAS was awarded a Gold Medal in the latest EcoVadis sustainability ratings for the fourth year in a row.
Now On Line: Railway Track and Structures December 2024 Digital Edition
ATLANTA – The digital version of Railway Track & Structures’ December 2024 issue now available online.
Brazilian Mining Railroad Running ENSCO’s ATGMS
Mining railroad VALE EFVM (Estrada de Ferro Vitória a Minas) in Brazil has equipped locomotive No. 1256 with ENSCO Rail’s Autonomous Track Geometry Measurement System (ATGMS), according to the supplier. The system is described as providing “continuous,
Railway Age/RT&S Women in Rail 2024 Conference Roundup
Railway Age and Railway Track & Structures on Nov. 5-6 returned to Chicago for our second-annual in-person Women in Rail Conference featuring trailblazing women and their allies, who are influencing today’s freight, passenger and transit rail industry.
LIRR Provides Pumper Tanks to Local Fire Departments
SPEONK, N.Y. – The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) provided pumper tanks to Suffolk County fire departments in order to battle brush fires.
Norfolk Southern Names Joe Carpenter Vice President Law
ATLANTA –– Norfolk Southern Corporation announced the appointment this week of Joseph H. Carpenter IV as Vice President Law. Carpenter brings more than 22 years of experience in the rail industry, with expertise in managing complex litigation and driving strategic legal initiatives.
We’re Not the Weather Service, But . . .
ATLANTA –– While RT&S does not cover the weather, given the tough hurricane season we’ve had so far this year, we thought it appropriate to post a report from the National Weather Service.
Canadian Ports Face Striking Workers
MONTREAL –– This week, workers at two Montreal ports went on strike, and most port terminals in British Columbia face a walkout early next week.
RSI Announces New Directors
WASHINGTON, D.C. –– The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) on Oct. 31 named three new members to its Board of Directors.
Washington Rail Projects Receive $115MM
SPOKANE, Wash. – Projects across the state of Washington have received $115 million for infrastructure upgrades.
Delta Railroad Services Expands to East Coast With Headquarters in New York
NEW YORK CITY – Delta Railroad Services has expanded its East Coast footprint with offices in New York City.
November 2024 Issue of Railway Track & Structures Available Online
ATLANTA – The digital edition of Railway Track & Structures’ November 2024 issue is available online.
BMWED Reaches Agreement With Norfolk Southern, But Not CSX
NOVI, Mich. –– The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division-International Brotherhood of Teamsters (BMWED) announced this week that members have ratified an agreement with Norfolk Southern but have yet to ratify an agreement with CSX.