2024 – Page 23 – Railfanning.org

Norfolk Southern Fires Shaw, Appoints Mark George

September 12, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Norfolk Southern Corp. Board of Directors has unanimously voted to fire President and CEO Alan H. Shaw for cause, effective immediately.

Norfolk Southern Investigating CEO Shaw Over Conduct Allegations

September 9, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Norfolk Southern Corp. said its Board of Directors has opened an investigation into allegations of potential conduct by CEO Alan Shaw that is inconsistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and company policy.

Investigators Cite Ineffective Management in 2023 Flying Scotsman Collision at Aviemore Station

September 5, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch identified ineffective management by the Strathspey Railway Company as an underlying factor in a collision involving the historic Flying Scotsman steam locomotive.

Central Japan Railway Company Uses AWS for Yamanashi Maglev Line

September 5, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Central Japan Railway Company is using Amazon Web Services technologies to enhance operations for its Yamanashi Maglev Line.

Georgia PSC Rules in Favor of Railroad in Eminent Domain Case

September 4, 2024 Todd DeFeo

The Georgia Public Service Commission has signed off on a hearing officer’s decision that a railroad can use eminent domain to seize land for a new rail spur.

Georgia PSC Could Issue Ruling this Week in Railroad Case

September 3, 2024 Todd DeFeo

The Georgia Public Service Commission could decide a high-profile case this week that pits long-time property owners against a railroad looking to seize land for a new rail spur.

Eurostar Picks Accommodations Plus International for Exclusive Crew Sourcing and Passenger Service Solutions

August 29, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Eurostar has selected Accommodations Plus International to provide exclusive crew sourcing, corporate travel management and innovative disrupted passenger services.

An Unexpected Steam Train Encounter in New Zealand

August 29, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Number 508, or Gertie, was built in 1877 by the Avonside Engine Company in Bristol, England.

MARTA Trains to Temporarily Bypass Brookhaven Station During Construction

August 28, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) trains will temporarily skip stopping at Brookhaven Station from Oct. 7 to Nov. 15 so construction crews can replace the 40-year-old pavers on the rail station platform.

Despite Criticism, NJ Transit Begins Week of Free Fares

August 26, 2024 The Center Square

New Jersey Transit is offering free rides on its trains and buses this week as the embattled agency struggles to regain public confidence amid chronic delays and service disruptions.