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Amtrak Renovates Ivy City and Prepares for the ‘Airo’ Era

06/11/2025

Amtrak has embarked on a massive $705 million project to renovate the Ivy City Railway Station in Washington DC and make the station suitable for the next generation of ‘Airo’ trains scheduled to enter platforms in 2027. This comprehensive effort reinforces Amtrak’s plan to ensure reliability and comfort on its 🚄

Amtrak San Joaquins, Gold Runner A symbol of innovation and heritage

05/11/2025

California’s expanding passenger train service, formerly known as San Joaquins, now has a new identity: Gold Runner. This rebranding was promoted as the first step in a long-term strategy that integrates with the innovative vision of California’s sustainable transport plan for the future. Gold Runner A symbol of innovation and 🚄

West Coast Express Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Renewable Diesel

05/11/2025

TransLink, Vancouver’s public transit agency, celebrated the 30th anniversary of the West Coast Express (WCE) route, the only commuter rail service in Western Canada, with significant achievements in innovation and sustainability. WCE, which connects downtown Vancouver to Mission City via eight main stations and operates Monday-Friday rush hour service, has 🚄

NJ Transit Completes Mahwah Station Renovation

05/11/2025

NJ Transit continues its statewide effort to improve the rail system throughout New Jersey, providing passengers with greater comfort, safety and improved connectivity. In this context, the extensive exterior renovation of Mahwah Station in Bergen County was successfully completed. By prioritising safety, accessibility and sustainability, the company increases the long-term 🚄

Alarm Bells in US Freight Transport

03/11/2025

Union Pacific Railroad’s (UP) proposed takeover of Norfolk Southern (NS), with an estimated value of approximately $85 billion, has the potential to significantly reshape US freight logistics. However, the proposed merger has been met with stiff opposition from industry rivals Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC), Canadian National (CN) and BNSF 🚄

Train Accident in Canada Raises Environmental Concern

03/11/2025

A freight train operated by Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) derailed Saturday night near Cherry Creek, about 20 kilometres west of Kamloops, raising serious environmental concerns. A total of 17 wagons were derailed, four of them were carrying fuel, five were carrying gypsum and one was carrying pulp and paper 🚄

New York’s Subway Fleet is Renewed

03/11/2025

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced that it will invest $1.5 billion in 378 new R268 subway cars to accelerate the modernisation of the New York City subway system, replace aging fleets and significantly improve passenger comfort. MTA Leads Next Generation Fleet Renewal Governor Kathy Hochul confirmed that the MTA 🚄

Via Rail Canada Launches Winter Travel Discounts

02/11/2025

Via Rail Canada has relaunched the “Canada Strong Pass” campaign to support Canadian families and young travellers during the winter season. This campaign offers free and discounted travel for children and young people. Here is the outline of the campaign: Campaign Details and Validity Dates Ticket Purchase Period: 27 October 🚄