Pacific Harbor Line marks 20th anniversary
The Pacific Harbor Line (PHL) recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of railroad services in the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles area.
TransLink Mayors’ Council, British Columbia agree on regional funding transit expansion
The TransLink Mayors’ Council and the government of British Columbia have agreed on a plan to fund the CA$2.5 billion (US$1.91 billion) regional share of the Phase Two Plan for infrastructure.
DEIR released for LACMTA turnback facility
A Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) has been released for a Los Angeles County Metropolitan Authority (LACMTA) project that will speed the turnaround time Red and Purple line trains need at Union Station, which will allow more of these trains along the lines.
British Columbia to chip in for Pacific Northwest HSR study
Studying the potential of connecting Canada to the Pacific Northwest through ultra-high-speed rail service received a sign of support with the government of British Columbia agreeing to help fund analysis of such service.
APTA rails against public transit cuts in proposed budget
Public transit officials nationwide spoke out at a March 19 press briefing to express strong opposition to deep cuts to public transit in the Trump Administration’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2019.
Charlotte opens light rail Blue Line extension
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) opened an extension to its 15km (9.3-mile) Lynx Blue Line light rail line on March 16.
High-speed mapping for high-speed rail
The California High Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) is planning the first dedicated high-speed rail system in the U.S. When completed, it will enable passengers to travel from San Francisco to Los Angeles in under three hours, at speeds greater than 200 mph.
Ontario strikes multi-billion-dollar deal with Canada on infrastructure
The province of Ontario and the government of Canada have reached an agreement that will provide CA$11.8 billion (US$9.02 billion) toward infrastructure spending.
Latest safety stats a mixed bag with crossing, trespassing incidents up
Recently released statistics from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) reveal a mixed safety story for the rail industry with 2017 marking the lowest rate of track-caused and human factor-caused accidents ever, but the year also saw an increase in crossing incidents and in trespassing casualties.
Virginia DRPT, CSX agreement to help progress Potomac Shores train station development
The final design of a new Virginia Railway Express (VRE) train station is making progress, following the recently completed final contract amendment between the Virginia Department of Rail Public Transportation (DRPT) and CSX Transportation (CSX).
NH House votes to fund Boston to Manchester passenger rail study
The New Hampshire House of Representatives has voted to designate federal funding to conduct an in-depth financial, engineering and environmental study of a proposed passenger rail expansion project that would connect Boston, Mass., to Manchester.
Union Pacific targets $85 million capital program for Wyoming
Union Pacific (UP) has announced plans to invest $85 million in Wyoming’s transportation infrastructure in 2018.
Quebec’s RTM lays out investment plan to boost rail reliability
The Réseau de transport métropolitain (RTM) in Quebec detailed a five-year plan to improve service reliability along all rail lines and includes investments in infrastructure, rolling stock, operations, maintenance, as well as an enhanced winter operation plan.
Union Pacific plans $103.6 million capital program in Illinois
Union Pacific (UP) has announced it will support $103.6 million in Illinois’ transportation infrastructure work this year.
SEPTA to begin Woodland Ave. bridge project
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is collaborating with the city of Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) on the complete replacement of the Woodland Avenue bridge.
Protran Technology adds Holmstrom as director of sales
Protran Technology, a division of Harsco Rail, has tapped Kyley Holmstrom to serve as the company’s director of sales.
Capitol Hill this week: Shortlines discuss value and needs
The infrastructure needs and value brought by the shortline railroads in the United States were the topic of testimony given at two Congressional hearings this week.
Mott MacDonald-SNC Lavalin JV awarded Federal Way Link extension contract
Sound Transit has awarded South County Transit Partners, a joint venture of Mott MacDonald and SNC-Lavalin, a design-build contract for the project management of its Federal Way Link Extension in the Seattle area, SNC-Lavalin announced.
Union Pacific’s Kansas network to see $113 million investment in 2018
Union Pacific plans to invest $113 million into its Kansas network in 2018. The Class 1 says the investment will enhance safety, operating efficiency and support customer service.
MARTA names Parker sole finalist for GM role
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) has selected Atlanta transit executive Jeffrey A. Parker as the sole finalist in its search for a permanent general manager and CEO.