New Jersey Power Outage Disrupts Commutes via Amtrak
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy slammed Amtrak for a power outage that disrupted Amtrak and NJ Transit services for hours, calling it an "unmitigated disaster."
High-Speed Rail to Connect Las Vegas and Los Angeles by 2028
Get ready for a new era of travel between Las Vegas and the Los Angeles area!
Canadian Railways On The Brink of Work Stoppage Amid Contract Deadlock
The union representing nearly 9,300 workers at Canada’s top two rail companies is signaling a potential work stoppage due to stalled negotiations over working conditions and wage hikes.
China's Hyperloop Dream is Breaking Speed Barriers and Redefining Travel
Imagine zipping from New York to Los Angeles in less than an hour or hopping from London to Paris in just 15 minutes.
Improperly Licensed Truck Driver Blamed for Fatal Metra Train Collision in Illinois
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has determined that the actions of an improperly licensed truck driver were the probable cause of a fatal grade-crossing collision involving a Metra commuter train in Clarendon Hills, Illinois, in May 2022.
Deutsche Bahn Launches Sale of DB Schenker to Focus on Core Railway Business
Deutsche Bahn, Germany's national railway operator, has initiated the sale of its logistics unit, DB Schenker, as part of its strategy to concentrate on its core railway business.
Train Derailment Sparks Chemical Spillage and Evacuation in Eastern Kentucky
A train derailment in eastern Kentucky caused the spillage of a chemical, leading officials to advise the evacuation of Livingston, a small town of about 200 residents, due to concerns about air quality.
President Biden Announces $16 Billion Investment in Northeast Corridor Rail Upgrades
The federal government plans to allocate over $16 billion to enhance the Northeast Corridor, the busiest rail line in the country, connecting cities like Washington, New York, and Boston.
Green Line Extension Faces Major Track Repairs Amid Controversy
A significant portion of the Green Line Extension in Massachusetts needs track repairs due to narrowness issues, with 50% of the Union Branch tracks and around 80% of the Medford/Tufts Branch tracks requiring widening.
Major Coal Train Derailment Closes I-25, Stranding Commuters and Prompting Traffic Solution
Over 30 coal cars derailed near I-25 due to a broken rail, causing a bridge collapse and closing the interstate.
Fatal Coal Train Derailment Shuts Down Interstate 25 in Southern Colorado
A coal train derailed over Interstate 25 in southern Colorado, killing the driver of a semi-truck.
Norfolk Southern Anticipates Weeks for Train Backlog Recovery
Norfolk Southern, an Atlanta-based railroad, is facing a significant backlog of trains following a recent service outage.
The Brightline Transformation in the U.S. is Revolutionizing Passenger Rail
Brightline, a Florida-based company owned by Fortress Investment Group, is challenging the traditional passenger rail model in the U.S. by offering a privately funded and operated alternative.
Jim Vena Takes Over as CEO of Union Pacific, Replacing Lance Fritz
Union Pacific, the second-largest freight railroad company in the U.S., has announced a change in its leadership.
Union Pacific Railroad to Test Conductors in Trucks as it Renews Push for 1-Person Crews
Union Pacific (UP) is set to resume its efforts to implement one-person train crews by conducting a pilot program in Nebraska and Colorado.
Daimler Truck Sets Ambitious Revenue Growth Targets as it Shifts to Zero-Emissions Powertrains
Daimler Truck, the truck division of Daimler AG, has outlined its plans for a transition to zero-emissions powertrains and projected revenue growth of 40%-60% in the second half of the decade.
Railroad Industry Challenges Ohio's Minimum Crew-Size Requirement After Train Derailment
The railroad industry has filed a lawsuit to block a new rule in Ohio that mandates a two-person crew for freight trains and imposes stricter regulations on wayside detectors.
Record Railroad Profits Call for 'Do No Harm,' Not Harmful Legislation
The recent legislation proposed by Senators Tammy Baldwin and Roger Marshall called the "Reliable Rail Service Act," has raised concerns reminiscent of the 2008 financial crisis.
CSX and CPKC Railroads to Enhance Southeast Traffic with Network Connection Investment
CSX and CPKC railroads have announced a partnership to strengthen a currently underutilized connection between their networks in the southeastern region of the United States.
Norfolk Southern Railroad CEO's Focus on Safety Intensifies Following Ohio Derailment
Norfolk Southern's CEO, Alan Shaw, has emphasized the importance of safety and better service, particularly after a train derailed and caught fire in Ohio.