January 2026 – Railfanning.org

Central of Georgia Seeks Trackage Rights Exemption

January 31, 2026 The Turntable

The Central of Georgia Railroad Company has filed a verified notice of exemption to acquire more than 2.6 miles of trackage rights near Savannah, Georgia.

BNSF Announces $3.6 Billion 2026 Capital Investment Plan

January 31, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

BNSF Railway announced its $3.6 billion capital investment plan for 2026, which it says demonstrates a continued dedication to operating a safe and reliable network prepared to meet customers’ anticipated needs.

Canadian National Railway Company in Chicago.

CN Reports Higher Earnings, Improved Efficiency in Fourth Quarter and Full Year

January 31, 2026 The Turntable

Canadian National Railway reported improved financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended Dec. 31, driven by higher revenues, higher operating income and continued efficiency gains.

NY Operation Lifesaver Announces 2027 Rail Photo Contest

January 31, 2026 The Turntable

NY Operation Lifesaver is asking railfans to participate in a photo contest for its 2027 calendar, offering prizes and publication opportunities for winning entries.

C&EI Heritage Unit Passes Through Smyrna, Georgia

January 31, 2026 Todd DeFeo

CSX Transportation’s Chicago & Eastern Illinois pulled a northbound freight through Smyrna, Georgia, on the evening of Friday, Jan. 30, shortly after the city unveiled its new Jonquil statue downtown.

David Ivan Named President, CEO of BNSF Logistics

January 31, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

BNSF Logistics LLC, a multi-modal third-party logistics service provider, announced that David Ivan has been named president and chief executive officer, effective immediately.

Ohio Rail Development Commission Approves Funding for Projects, Safety

January 28, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Ohio Rail Development Commission approved two projects for grant funding at its Jan. 22 bi-monthly meeting, projects resulting in nearly $400,000 in rail infrastructure investment serving companies in the State of Ohio.

Gateway Tunnel Project Could Halt Amid $12 Billion Federal Funding Freeze

January 27, 2026 The Center Square

Construction on New York’s $16.6 billion Hudson River tunnel project could grind to a halt next week unless the Trump administration releases federal funding, state officials said Tuesday.

MARTA to Resume Normal Operations on Tuesday

January 26, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

All MARTA rail, bus, and paratransit services will resume normal operations tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, after three days of reduced service due to inclement weather and hazardous road conditions.

NJ Transit to Suspend Bus, Light Rail and Access Link Services on Sunday

January 24, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Based on the latest weather forecast from the National Weather Service, and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of customers and employees, NJ Transit bus, light rail and Access Link services will be temporarily suspended systemwide at the start of the service day at 4 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 25.