Today’s Rail Rundown highlights safety measures, inspection updates, and infrastructure projects. From transit safety initiatives in Philadelphia and New York to major logistics developments in Arizona and ongoing service challenges in the U.K., here’s what’s moving the rails this Friday.
Top Stories
SEPTA Requests Federal Extension
Philadelphia’s SEPTA has asked federal regulators for additional time to complete mandatory inspections of its Silverliner IV fleet, aiming to minimize service disruptions as checks continue.
👉 Source: 6 ABC Philadelphia
Subway Safety
New York’s MTA is expanding the use of platform barriers in key stations as part of its effort to deter subway surfing and improve passenger safety following a rise in fatal incidents.
👉 Source: New York Post
Transportation & Infrastructure
Arizona Logistics Park
Business leaders across Arizona have voiced support for BNSF Railway’s proposed Phoenix Logistics Park, a major development expected to boost regional freight capacity and create new industrial opportunities in the state.
👉 Source: Progressive Railroading
Rail Service & Administration
Terrible Weekend Ahead for UK Rail Travel
Passengers in Britain are being warned to expect major disruptions across the East and West Coast Main Lines and CrossCountry routes this weekend due to maintenance, signaling upgrades, and ongoing staff shortages.
👉 Source: The Independent
Britain’s Double-Decker Trains
A renewed discussion around double-deck railcars in Britain highlights past attempts and the limitations of existing infrastructure compared with systems like France’s TGV Duplex and Eurostar, which have successfully adopted multi-level train designs.
👉 Source: The Telegraph
