Grade separation planned in Columbus, Ind.

A $30-million grade separation will be built in Columbus, Ind., in anticipation of increased train traffic following planned upgrades CSX is making on the Louisville & Indiana (L&I) Railroad line between Louisville, Ky., and Indianapolis, Ind.

MTA opens rehabbed South Ferry Terminal

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) re-opened the South Ferry Terminal Complex July 2, marking a major milestone in its Superstorm Sandy recover and resiliency efforts.

Illinois Sens.: FASTLANE change could delay key rail projects

A pair of U.S. senators from Illinois say the restructuring of the Fostering Advancements in Shipping and Transportation for the Long-term Achievement of National Efficiencies (FASTLANE) grant program could delay progress on two key rail projects: the 75th Street Corridor Improvement Project and Merchants Railroad Bridge Project.

Sound Transit begins East Link construction on I-90 bridge across Lake Washington

Sound Transit’s East Link construction is now underway in the center lanes of the Homer M. Hadley floating bridge across Lake Washington.

WMATA begins pilot program to combat water infiltration

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) approved a pilot program that it says could have long-term benefits for Red Line riders.

Union Pacific implementing technology to monitor bridges

Union Pacific is incorporating “smart monitoring,” a technique the railroad says has the potential to revolutionize how the railroad’s 18,000 bridges are inspected.

MTA begins M line repairs July 1

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced that the $163 million project to rebuild and improve the reliability of century-old sections of the M line will begin on July 1.

MTA awards L.K. Comstock $66-million LIRR contract

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) awarded $66.5-million contract for track and system installation for a second track on the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) to L.K. Comstock & Company Inc.

Union Pacific to invest $2.5 million over two key projects in Wisconsin rail maintenance

Union Pacific is planning a $2.5 million infrastructure investment in Wisconsin this year as a part of its $3.1 billion 2017 capital program.

Calgary Transit upcycles retired car into inspection vehicle

Calgary Transit has transformed one of its retired CTrain cars into an inspection vehicle to gather information on the system’s rails, tracks and overhead cables.

Skanska selected to perform $150 million in station improvements for NYCT

New York City Transit selected Skanska to renovate four subway stations. The contract for the Queens stations is worth $150 million.

Union Pacific releases $5.1 million Washington infrastructure investment plan

As a part of its $3.1 billion 2017 capital program, Union Pacific says plans to invest $5.1 million in its Washington rail infrastructure.

Massachusetts senator takes whistle-stop tour to rally support for HSR

A state senator from Massachusetts is tapping into a mode of public communication not seen since last century: The whistle-stop tour (but by car).

FONSI issued for Susquehanna River Bridge

A Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) has been issued for the Susquehanna River Rail Bridge Project.

Union Pacific releases $14 million Minnesota infrastructure investment plan

As a part of its $3.1 billion 2017 capital program, Union Pacific says plans to invest $14 million in its Minnesota rail infrastructure.

Denver sees G Line testing begin

Denver Regional Transportation District and its contractor, Denver Transit Partners (DTP), have been given regulatory approval to begin testing along the G Line on June 14.

APTA pushes to preserve federal transit funding

Public transit leaders joined together at the American Public Transportation Association’s (APTA) annual conference in Baltimore, Md., to discuss and express their concerns regarding the Trump Administration’s FY18 budget proposal to phase out the Capital Improvement Grant (CIG) program.

Union Pacific to invest $22 million in two key projects in New Mexico rail maintenance

Union Pacific will invest $23 million of its allotted $3.1-billion 2017 capital program in its New Mexico rail infrastructure.

RFQ issued for Barrie Rail expansion project

The planned expansion of the Barrie GO line in Toronto, ON, Canada is taking a step forward with the issuance of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ).

Washouts, high water force OmniTRAX to suspend HBR service

Severe flooding and washout conditions have caused OminTRAX Inc. to suspend operations June 9 on northern segment of the Hudson Bay Railway (HBR) between Amery and Churchill, Manitoba.

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