CSX’s Blue Ridge Subdivision Recovery is Underway
AVERY COUNTY, N.C. – CSX states work is currently underway on the Blue Ridge Subdivision Recovery with crews pulling track materials out of the Nolichucky River.
Transportation Safety Board of Canada Continues To Call For PTC-Like System After Review of 2024 Collision
Calgary, Alberta –– This week, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) released its investigation report (R24C0020) into a 2024 accident where a train collided with a second stationary train near Greely, British Columbia (BC).
Escalator Replacement Complete at Yankee Stadium Subway Station
BRONX, N.Y. – Forte Construction Corp. has replaced two escalators between the underground B/D trains and the elevated 4 train at Yankee Stadium subway station.
Railway Innovative Solutions, LLC Introduces Tietan
INDIANAPOLIS – Railway Innovation Solutions, LLC has introduced Tietan, an advanced asphalt coating to help increase wood tie longevity.
Texas High-Speed Rail Faces Another Obstacle
HOUSTON –– The Texas state legislature has prepared a bill that would prevent the construction of high-speed rail service between Houston and Dallas from interfering with or altering any existing roads or highways, making routing of the proposed service much more difficult.
What’s All The Fuss About Tariffs?
ATLANTA –– From the April 2025 issue of Railway Track & Structures, FROM THE DOME.
Railway Track & Structures April Issue Now Available
ATLANTA – The April 2025 issue of Railway Track & Structures is now available online.
Sound Transit’s Downtown Redmond Link Extension Opens May 10th; Shares Construction Photos
SEATTLE – Sound Transit’s Downtown Redmond Link Extension is set to open on May 10, 2025. Two new light rail stations will be added to the line.
CTA Celebrates Austin Green Line Station Reconstruction Project Groundbreaking
CHICAGO – The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) held a groundbreaking ceremony as it begins major accessibility project work on the Austin Green Line station. The work comes as part of it’s All Stations Accessibility Program (ASAP).
ICC Approves Annual Five-Year Crossing Safety Improvement Program
CHICAGO – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved its annual five-year Crossing Safety Improvement Program. The program (FY 2026-2030) seeks to implement safety upgrades at crossings across the state.
OCTA Submits Emergency Coastal Develop Permit
ORANGE COUNTY – The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) submitted an Emergency Coastal Develop Permit to the California Coastal Commission to allow it to expedite work to stabilize four vulnerable areas through San Clemente.
MBTA Installs Mini-High Platforms at Walpole Station
BOSTON – Walpole Station opened March 31, 2025 following upgrades to make the station more accessible.
UTA Celebrates South Jordan Downtown Station Opening
SOUTH JORDAN, Utah – Utah Transit Authority announces the South Jordan Downtown Station is now open on the TRAX Red Line.
WATCH: TriMet’s East Burnside MAX Improvements Project
PORTLAND, Ore. – TriMet details an upcoming project that will take place from April 27th to May 10th to improve the original line’s durability.
MTA Construction & Development Releases 2024 Year in Review and 2025 Strategic Plan
NEW YORK CITY – The MTA Construction & Development (C&D) released its 2024 Year in Review and 2025 Strategic Plan, where it reports $3 billion was saved on capital project delivery in the first five years.
Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority Cancels Design-Build Procurement; Pursues New Plan for Pomona to Montclair Project
MONROVIA, Calif. – The Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority announced it is not possible to move forward with Kiewit’s final bid on the Pomona to Montclair project.
ORDC Approves $705,994 for CUOH To Extend Siding
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Ohio Rail Development Commission (ORDC) has approved a $705,994 grant to Columbus & Ohio River Rail Road.
New Rail Spur for Cirba Solutions’ Lancaster Facility
LANCASTER, Ohio – The Ohio Rail Development Commission (ORDC) has approved a $150,000 grant for a new rail spur installation at Cirba Solutions’ facility in Lancaster.
RT&S Top Projects 2025 Nomination Period Now Open!
ATLANTA – Railway Track & Structures opens up nominations for Top Projects 2025.
MDOT MTA Purple Line Newsletter Released for March 2025
BALTIMORE – The MDOT MTA released its Purple Line Newsletter for March 2025 with construction updates.