Pueblo, Colo. –– The 30th Annual AAR Research review, hosted by MxV Rail from April 29 to May 1, 2025, brought together more than 300 attendees from around the world, including Class I and short line railroads, university students, and suppliers inspired by three days of learning, dialogue, and knowledge sharing in service of moving the industry forward.
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has approved upgrades in Coshocton, Franklin, Wyandot, Fayette, and Washington counties.
SAN CLEMENTE – Passenger service is set to resume on June 7th through South Orange County.
DENVER – The Regional Transportation District (RTD) lifted the last of its 31 light rail speed restrictions located on a 400-foot southbound segment north of Southmoor Station.
FORT WORTH, Texas – DavRail showcases its Center Lift Technique in a mud spot remediation project.
GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo. – Union Pacific’s Inside Track focuses on the efforts of its rockfall mitigation teams.
ONTARIO – The Government of Ontario and Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy introduced a tax credit for shortlines in Ontario.
CUMBERLAND, Md. – Severe weather on Tuesday, May 13th led to shipment delays for CSX across Maryland, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
SAN CLEMENTE – In the second week of emergency work, crews have begun placing riprap in Areas 1 and 2, and OCTA has acquired a permit to construct a catchment wall.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate has introduced a Short Line Railroad Tax Credit bill that serves as a companion to House Bill H.R. 516 that was introduced in January.
NEW YORK CITY – After N.Y. Governor Hochul wrote to Amtrak urging it to shift to a repair-in-place method for its East River Tunnel Rehab project, Amtrak President Roger Harris responded with an update on the project.
PARRISH, Ala. – Norfolk Southern announced its trains are now operating on the Berry Branch in Alabama.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer for Pinsly Railroad and Executive Board Member of ASLRRA Kristin Bevil testifies on May 6, 2025 before the House of Representatives committee on Transportation and Infrastructure’s Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
ATLANTA – From the May 2025 issue of Railway Track & Structures, Jeff Tuzik writes about track geometry based on a Wheel/Rail Interaction presentation.
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. – OCTA has begun maintenance work to stabilize the track in San Clemente.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has approved rail safety upgrades across Rock Island, Henry, and Bureau Counties.
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. – Metrolink and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service will be suspended for six weeks starting Monday, April 28th. During this six-week closure, crews will work on emergency construction to stabilize the track.
SEATTLE – From Sound Transit, The Platform details the recent work performed south of International District/Chinatown Station from April 14th – 23rd.
DENVER – The Regional Transportation District (RTD) announced it has eliminated speed restrictions on its D, H, and R lines and will complete important maintenance work on the A Line between Denver Airport and Union Stations from April 26th to May 8th.
ORANGE COUNTY – The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Board of Directors authorized emergency actions to stabilize track in San Clemente.