Penn Station Transformation Project Timeline Announced
NEW YORK – Amtrak and the USDOT announced the timeline for the Penn Station Transformation project.
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Jacobs/HDR JV Selected for Engineering Services on IBX Project
NEW YORK – Jacobs, in a joint venture with HDR, was selected to provide engineering consultant services for MTA’s Interborough Express (IBX) Light Rail project.
Jacobs/HDR JV Selected for Engineering Services on IBX Project
NEW YORK – Jacobs, in a joint venture with HDR, was selected to provide engineering consultant services for MTA’s Interborough Express (IBX) Light Rail project.
MBTA Orange Line Reaches 55 MPH After Track Work
BOSTON – As of August 24, the MBTA’s Orange Line is now able to reach 55 mph on select portions for the first time.
RTD Begins Next Phase of Track Work September 2
DENVER – The Regional Transportation District (RTD) will begin the next phase of track work on September 2.
CHSRA Completes Avenue 88 Grade Separation Project
TULARE COUNTY, Calif. – CHSRA announced August 21 the completion of the Avenue 88 grade separation in Tulare County.
CHSRA To Hold Industry Outreach Event for Planned Procurement on Sept. 3
FRESNO, Calif. – The California High-Speed Rail Authority will hold a Fresno Station Early Works Industry Outreach event on Wednesday, Sept. 3.
MDOT MTA Purple Line Newsletter Released for August 2025
BALTIMORE – The MDOT MTA released the August 2025 Purple Line newsletter. It includes construction updates, a business spotlight, and a testing update.
STV Celebrates Moreno Valley/March Field Station Upgrades
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. – STV announced on Aug. 20 the completion of the Moreno Valley/March Field Metrolink Station Improvement Project.
Amtrak Awards Three Design-Build Contracts for East Coast Rail Yard Modernization Projects
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Amtrak has awarded design-build contracts for three rail yard modernization projects located along the Northeast Corridor (NEC).
MDOT MTA Shares Purple Line Progress
BALTIMORE – The MDOT MTA published a video highlighting the progress made on its Purple Line at Piney Branch and University Boulevard.
MTA Approves Tunnel-Boring Contract for Second Avenue Subway Project
NEW YORK CITY – The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) approved a tunnel-boring contract for the Second Avenue Subway project.
SEPTA Still Experiencing Regional Rail Delays
PHILADELPHIA – SEPTA is still experiencing delays and cancellations due to a fire at Paoli Station last month.
CTDOT Issues RFP Request for Stamford Transportation Center
STAMFORD, Conn. – The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Stewart B. McKinney Stamford Transportation Center (STC).
Grayland Station is now open on Metra, and Agency Dedicates New Bridge Over Milwaukee Avenue
CHICAGO –– This week, Metra and local officials gathered to celebrate the reconstruction of Grayland Station and the replacement of an adjacent bridge over Milwaukee Avenue on the North Side of Chicago which had been in service since 1899.
Ontario Government Breaks Ground on Second Ontario Line Tunnel
TORONTO – The Ontario government has broken ground on its second Ontario Line tunnel near the future Gerrard Station.
VTA Staying With Single-Bore Tunnel for BART Silicon Valley Extension
SAN JOSE, Calif. – Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) discussed the possibility of switching to twin tunnels. After analysis, it concluded a single-bore tunnel was more financially viable.
TriMet’s Robertson Tunnel Closes Sept 7 for Track and Overhead Wire Work
PORTLAND, Ore. – TriMet will close its tunnel under Washington Park to allow for MAX improvements from September 7 to 13.
Metrolinx has selected tunneling team for Yonge North Subway Extension
ONTARIO – The Ontario government and Metrolinx are moving closer to breaking ground on major construction for the Yonge North Subway Extension.
Metra’s Beverly Branch Temporarily Suspended Starting August 22
CHICAGO – Metra will shut down the Beverly Branch of its Rock Island Line from August 22 to 24 to allow crews to replace the Morgan Street Bridge. Service will return August 25.