January 2024 – Railfanning.org

Amtrak Wants to Double Ridership by 2040

January 31, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Amtrak plans to advance several key initiatives in 2024 to achieve its goal of doubling annual ridership to 66 million by fiscal 2040.

Norfolk Southern, Unions Join One-Year Federal Rail Safety Program

January 30, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Norfolk Southern Corp. and two unions will partner with the Federal Railroad Administration on a one-year pilot program that officials say will enhance railroad safety.

Georgia Looking to Eliminate Grade Crossings

January 30, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Georgia officials are exploring ways to address blocked railroad crossings, including working with railroads to install more sidings and eliminate grade crossings.

Norfolk Southern, Unions Partner with FRA to Launch Safety Pilot Program

January 29, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Norfolk Southern Corp. and unions, in partnership with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), announced Monday their joint participation in an FRA Confidential Close Call Reporting System pilot program designed to enhance railroad safety.

Rail Accident Investigation Branch Probing London Underground Passenger Death in December

January 23, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

The United Kingdom’s Rail Accident Investigation Branch is probing the Dec. 26, 2023, death of a passenger at Stratford station on London Underground’s Jubilee line.

One Killed by Train in Meadowbank, New Zealand

January 22, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

One person has died after being struck by a train in Meadowbank, New Zealand, this morning, authorities said.

New Jersey Bill to Improve Transportation from Atlantic City Airport to Tourism District Signed

January 19, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has signed a measure aimed at improving transportation between the Atlantic City International Airport and Atlantic City’s tourism district was signed into law this week.

Savannah Railroad Quiet Zone Goes Into Effect

January 10, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Following an extensive application process, a federally designated Quiet Zone will be implemented on the Old Fort Rail line that runs through downtown Savannah starting Jan. 10.

KiwiRail Opens New Auckland Railway Station Building

January 5, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

KiwiRail last month opened a new station building in central Auckland, for travelers to check in and relax before boarding their Northern Explorer scenic or Te Huia train journey.

Amtrak Wants Ideas for Chicago Union Station Improvements

January 5, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Amtrak is reimagining the Concourse at Chicago Union Station and wants ideas from the traveling public, other station users, and area residents. Improvements to the boarding process, modernized amenities and new services are among the changes to be designed.