R. J. Corman Completes Rail Scale Rehab in Illinois

ROBINSON, Ill. – R. J. Corman announced it finished rail scale rehabilitation for Rain Carbon Inc in Illinois.

UP’s Robotic Welding Technology in Track Maintenance

OMAHA, Neb. – Union Pacific is utilizing robotic welding technology for track maintenance.

CSX Upgrades Willard Yard

WILLARD, Ohio – CSX completed infrastructure upgrades at Willard Yard in Ohio.

MTA Service Changes Announced for Switch Replacement Project

NEW YORK CITY – The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced service changes will take place on the 4 and 5 subway lines to allow for a switch replacement project.

WMATA’s Green Line Construction Ends, Yellow Line Extends to Greenbelt

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Construction on WMATA’s Green Line ended December 30, and its Yellow Line now extends to Greenbelt.

MTA Completes 10 Station Accessibility Projects in 2025

NEW YORK CITY – The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has completed 10 station accessibility projects in 2025.

Elevator Replacement Program Continues at TransLink Stations

VANCOUVER, B.C. – TransLink completed elevator replacements at Nanaimo and 22nd Street SkyTrain stations.

Select Weekend Service Suspension to Take Place at North Station Through April

BOSTON – MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services announced commuter rail at North Station will be suspended during select weekends from January through April.

2026 MDOT Grade Crossing Surface Repair Recipients Announced

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced recipients for the 10th annual Local Grade Crossing Surface Program.

Valley Stream LIRR Station Now Renovated

NEW YORK CITY – The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced its Valley Stream Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) Station has been renovated.

East River Tunnel Rehab Project is Chugging Along

NEW YORK CITY – Amtrak has shared progress on its East River Tunnel Rehab project.

Quantico Station Improvements Project Wins ACEC Virginia Grand Award

QUANTICO, Va. – The Quantico Station Improvements Project was awarded with a Grand Award by the American Council of Engineering Companies of Virginia (ACEC Virginia).

MTA Announces Public-Private Partnerships for Grand Central Train Shed Rebuild

NEW YORK CITY – The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced it is advancing two major public-private partnerships with JPMorganChase and Vornado to rebuild the Grand Central Train Shed.

TriMet Station Renovation Nears Completion, Platform Reopens

PORTLAND, Ore. – TriMet’s NE 82nd Ave MAX Station platform is set to reopen as crews begin to complete renovations.

CTA’s 2025 ‘Refresh & Renew’ Program Completed

CHICAGO – The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) announced it has completed the 2025 Refresh & Renew Program.

Heavy Rainfall Causes BNSF Subdivision Closures in Washington (Updated 12/22)

EVERETT, Wash. – 10 to 17 inches of rain inundated western Washington, causing moderate to major flooding along BNSF’s subdivisions with multiple out of service. Crews are working to repair damage and resume operations.

Short Line Tax Credit Modernization Bill Gains Momentum

WASHINGTON, D.C. – H.R. 516 and S. 1532 bills are gaining support in Congress.

Dragonfly Energy Partners with NRS, AREMA Approves First Lithium Battery Standard

RENO, Nev. – Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp. announced a distribution partnership with National Railway Supply LLC (NRS), a supplier of signaling and communications equipment. AREMA passed its first lithium battery Manual Part through ballot approval.

BART Board of Directors Approves $12M for Station Improvements

SAN MATEO COUNTY, Calif. – The BART Board of Directors approved nearly $12 million for investments made to passenger stations to bring them up to a state of good repair.

ICC Approves Safety Improvements in DuPage County

CHICAGO – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved more than $115,000 in funds from the Grade Crossing Protection Fund (GCPF). These funds will go toward improving public safety and deterring pedestrians trespassing on Metra tracks.

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