BART Red line service restored March 22
RT&S reported on March 9 that BART suspended Red line service due to a damaged power cable. Here is an update on that story.
Metra BNSF schedule changes coming March 28
Metra’s BNSF line will see schedule changes and service increase to nearly pre-pandemic levels.
March editorial: Watch for childish behavior
My youngest stepped on pavement the same way he stepped on grass.
Enhanced Service Zones in Seattle area would target areas for light-rail expansion, project acceleration
If residents in the Seattle area want light-rail projects to be executed a little quicker they may have to be faster on the draw with their pocketbook.
CP work stoppage continues in Canada (UPDATED)
A shutdown of Canadian Pacific (CP) train operations began March 20, following an ongoing dispute between the Class I railroad and the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC). However, on Day 2, the parties remain at the bargaining table.
RailWorks, L.K. Comstock National Transit rehabilitating Metro Blue Line in Minneapolis
RailWorks Corp., one of North America’s leading rail infrastructure solutions provider, and L.K. Comstock National Transit will be rehabilitating and upgrading a key part of Minneapolis’ busy transit network.
Bells & Whistles—Stop the madness in March; Minn. light-rail project under audit
The top news stories RT&S was following this week.
Montreal’s mega light-rail project now sits in purgatory after design revisions released
Despite new designs released for the second phase of the $10 billion REM de L’Est light-rail project in Montreal, a new delay could mean a late start in terms of construction.
CTA holds meeting on Red Line Extension Project, with focus on future contracted work
As part of its commitment to extend contracting opportunities to the communities it serves, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) hosted a virtual meeting for local small businesses and disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs).
A new look at Toronto’s Metrolinx Finch West LRT route from underground to street level
Excavation is almost done for the brand-new Finch West light rail transit (LRT) station at Keele Street and Finch Avenue West in Toronto’s northwest end.
2022 RT&S Top Projects nominations now open
You can now nominate your project for consideration of this year’s RT&S Top Projects list.
Rail Group On Air: Both sides of the fence
RT&S Editor-in-Chief Bill Wilson digs deeper into a rail fence controversy in Del Mar, Calif.
Chip Knowlton joins HDR as infrastructure consulting business transformation director
With more than 30 years advising industry leaders, Chip Knowlton has joined HDR as infrastructure consulting business transformation director.
Watco chosen by Port of Corpus Christi to provide rail service
The Port of Corpus Christi and Watco have announced the signing of a ten-year contract for Watco to become the operator of the short line railroad servicing the Port of Corpus Christi.
BNSF toughens its stance on rail bridge ownership
Regarding the Bismarck-Mandan Rail Bridge, BNSF is no longer playing around.
MBTA: Lechmere Viaduct now substantially complete
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) announced the substantial completion of the $87.4 million Lechmere Viaduct Rehabilitation Project.
Canadian National to donate over $1M toward helping displaced Ukrainians
Canadian National has joined Canadian Pacific, Wabtec, and Kansas City Southern in donating to help Ukranian victims of the horrific war in their country.
The Port of Victoria announced plans for new regional logistics hub, the Texas Logistics Center
The Victoria County Navigation District announced the Texas Logistics Center at the Port of Victoria (TXLC).
Charleston, S.C., looking at major project to eliminate at-grade railroad crossings
The city of Charleston, S.C., wants to eliminate some at-grade rail crossings, and is ready to put up some serious money to do so.
Southwest light-rail project to be placed under state auditor watch
The Southwest light-rail project in Minneapolis has caught the eyes of many the last few months.