Metrom Rail debuts new AURA PTC System for transit lines
Metrom Rail, a developer of rail safety technology, released a new, modular PTC offering Nov. 2 that the company says can be implemented without significantly affecting train throughput.
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AAR’s 2016 Professional Environmental Excellence Award goes to Norfolk Southern’s Russ McDaniel
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) awarded the 2016 Professional Environmental Excellence Award, described as the highest honor for environmental professionals in the railroad industry, to Russ McDaniel of Norfolk Southern (NS) today.
HNTB hires PTC expert Michael Steffen
HNTB Corporation (HNTB) has hired Michael Steffen as its new senior systems project manager, specializing in positive train control.
KCS invests $14.3 million in New Orleans Subdivision improvements
The Kansas City Southern Railway Company (KCSR) has announced it will invest about $14.3 million in construction on its New Orleans Subdivision before the calendar year ends.
TWU on strike amid SEPTA contract dispute
The Transport Workers Union (TWU) Local 234 has about 5,000 workers on strike today following the expiration of the union’s contract with Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), a regional public transportation authority serving the greater Philadelphia area, at 12:01 a.m.
TSB raises new concerns in Watchlist 2016
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has released this year’s safety Watchlist and announced efforts to include government and industry leaders in conversations and efforts to enhance the safety of Canada’s transportation network.
WMATA to propose ‘reality check’ budget for FY18
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) officials say they plan to present a stringent budget recommendation to the board’s Finance Committee at its Nov. 3 meeting.
Metra completes Pullman Station rehab
Metra, a commuter rail service for the Chicago suburbs, has completed renovations to its 111th Street/Pullman Station, located in the city’s historic Pullman neighborhood.
Greenbriar Equity acquires Frauscher Sensor Technology
New York-based private equity firm Greenbriar Equity Group LLC has acquired Frauscher Sensor Technology, a global supplier of train tracking solutions for the railway signaling industry.
Metrolinx, Infrastructure Ontario issue RFQ for Hurontario light-rail project
Infrastructure Ontario (IO) and Metrolinx issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Oct. 18 for interested companies to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Hurontario Light Rail Transit (LRT) project.
Harsco appoints Gill to lead rail business
Harsco Corporation has appointed Jeswant Gill as president of Harsco Rail, effective Nov. 1, 2016.
LACMTA completes decking for future subway station ahead of schedule
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) has completed construction on a station along its Purple Line extension six weeks ahead of schedule.
Valley Metro kicks off Mesa extension construction
The Valley Metro Regional Public Transportation Authority and the city of Mesa, Ariz., celebrated the start of construction on the system’s Gilbert Road Extension Oct. 15 at a community fall festival.
Union Pacific completes spike replacement in Columbia River Gorge
Union Pacific (UP) has announced the completion of its rail fastening system replacement throughout the curved track in the Columbia River Gorge, which saw the June 2016 UP derailment involving 16 tank cars near the town of Mosier, Ore.
KCS plans crosstie, crossing improvements on Louisville Sub
Kansas City Southern Railway (KCS) is investing about $5.6 million toward construction and renovation work on its Louisville Subdivision.
RTD incorporating old rail bridge into new route
Regional Transportation District (RTD) is reusing materials to replace an old bridge along its North Metro Rail Line rather than building it new.
Contractors wanted: MBTA Green Line extension moves forward
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is now taking letters of interest from contracting firms for its Green Line Extension (GLX) project.
Chicago Rail Link testing grade-crossing safety pilot project
OmniTRAX’s Chicago Rail Link (CRL), a 72-mile shortline railroad on Chicago’s South Side, may soon have a remedy for its current local grade-crossing that can no longer withstand harsh conditions with traditional track circuits for its signal system.
Flexovit celebrates facility reopening; hosts Rep. Collins for tour
U.S. Rep. Chris Collins (R-NY-27) toured Flexovit USA Inc.’s Angola, N.Y., manufacturing facility Oct. 5 and met with local officials and industry stakeholders in an event coordinated by the Railway Engineering-Maintenance Suppliers Association (REMSA).
Rep. Thornberry visits Rocla Concrete Tie
U.S. Rep. Mac Thornberry (R-TX-13) visited Rocla Concrete Tie, Inc., in Amarillo, Texas, for a tour of the supplier’s facility on Oct. 3.