MTA ready for major track renewal project
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced critical infrastructure work coming to its 6 Avenue and 8 Avenue lines in Manhattan this summer.
Bells & Whistles—Handful of NYC Transit track inspectors fail on the job
With one big veto, Maryland governor chooses roads over rail Fixing a financial crisis with a people mover? Details of HART’s light-rail options released MTA Inspector General ‘alarmed and appalled’ by reports
Réseau express métropolitain provides semi-annual update
The Réseau express métropolitain (REM) is a major public transit project under construction.
Fixing a financial crisis with a people mover? Details of HART’s light-rail options released
The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) said it would be more transparent with the public regarding next steps for its light-rail line currently under construction.
MTA Inspector General ‘alarmed and appalled’ by reports of track inspectors’ malfeasance
Something stinks at MTA, and the agency’s Inspector General is furious.
Getting hit with lights: Abandoned rail bridge in Rhode Island escapes the wrecking ball
Instead of demolishing an abandoned rail bridge in Providence, R.I., officials are looking to use the span to play dress up.
Cement mixer strikes railroad bridge with a freight train approaching in Fla.
If it were all turned around, the entire country would have been tuned into Melbourne, Fla., on June 2.
MTA completes replacement of 10th Avenue Bridge in Mount Vernon
MTA’s work on vehicle and pedestrian bridges that cross Metro-North’s New Haven commuter line is underway. Tenth Avenue Bridge is complete.
MBTA bridge replacement this weekend
Robert Street in Roslindale will be closed from 8 PM on Friday, June 4, 2021, to 4 AM on Monday, June 7, 2021.
Metrolinx President and CEO on court appeal: ‘Contracts defines new approach to pandemic risk’
Metrolinx and Infrastructure Ontario are launching an appeal to a court decision involving project builder Crosslinx Transit Solutions.
Finch West LRT project moving at a smooth pace
The Finch West light-rail transit route has checked off key advances that literally put it on track for important vehicle testing to come later this year, including track work and needed elements for the maintenance and storage facility.
Illinois Commerce Commission approves grade crossing improvements
Grade crossing improvements are coming to two areas in Illinois.
With one big veto, Maryland governor chooses roads over rail
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has rejected a bill that would have provided millions of dollars a year to rail and bus systems.
Governor Cuomo announces completion of major construction of East Side Access
A major LIRR project has been completed in New York.
Less than THREE days to nominate for RT&S’s first-ever Women in Railroad Engineering
Railway Track & Structures presents its first-ever Women in Railroad Engineering awards in which the magazine will profile 10 individuals who have made an impact in their respective fields and within their company.
Government of Canada approves changes to improve railway track safety
The Government of Canada is taking action to improve railway track safety to better protect those living and working near Canada’s rail corridors, while also ensuring that railway tracks are in optimal condition to safely move Canadian goods to market.
Transpo Secretary unveils once-in-a-generation investment in light rail and other forms of transportation
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has announced the recommendation of $2.5 billion to advance the construction or completion of 25 rail, bus rapid transit (BRT) and streetcar projects in 12 states, as well as other projects that may become ready for funding in FY 2022.
Railroad crossing work on Jackrabbit Lane in Belgrade, Mont., will take years to develop
Jackrabbit Lane in Belgrade, Mont., doesn’t have the legs to move traffic when a train is moving through, so the Montana Department of Transportation has a plan in place.
REMSA hires TGA Association Management Solutions for association management and government affairs
REMSA posted news on Monday, June 1, 2021
Bells & Whistles—Will it be Biden’s infrastructure bill, or something less?
The top news stories RT&S was following the week ending May 28.