February 2026 – Page 3 – Railfanning.org

Sherrill: Feds Release Money for Gateway Tunnel Project

February 18, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Democratic New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said Wednesday that federal tax dollars have resumed for the Gateway Tunnel project after a months-long funding freeze that halted construction and put roughly 1,000 workers on the sidelines.

Georgia Court of Appeals to Hear Oral Argument in Lawsuit Challenging Georgia Railroad’s Attempt to Take Private Land

February 17, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Georgia Court of Appeals is set to hear oral arguments in a lawsuit challenging a private railroad company’s attempt to use the state’s eminent domain power to take land from several property owners in Sparta, Georgia.

The Adventure Onboard Flying Scotsman Traces Milestone Journey and Rail Enthusiast’s Tribute to the Golden Age of Steam

February 16, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

At 7:45 a.m. on June 30, 2023, Sam Lovatt stepped aboard the Flying Scotsman 60103 in London King’s Cross, embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime journey aboard the world’s most celebrated steam locomotive.

Bipartisan Ohio Legislators Seek Answers from CSX on Collinwood Rail Yard Changes

February 16, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

A bipartisan group of Ohio lawmakers sent a letter to CSX Transportation President and CEO Steve Angel, seeking clarification on freight pool changes affecting the Collinwood rail yard in Cleveland and the potential impact on workers across Ohio.

A southbound CSX Transportation train passes through Ringgold, Georgia, in early June 2018.

CSX Inks $670 Million Deal With Wabtec to Upgrade Fleet

February 16, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

CSX has signed a $670 million deal with Wabtec Corp. to upgrade its fleet with 100 new Evolution Series locomotives, 50 modernized locomotives, and a suite of digital solutions and services.

First Phase of MARTA’s Rapid A-Line Bus Rapid Transit to Open April 18

February 14, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority’s first bus rapid transit line will launch in two phases, with the first phase beginning Saturday, April 18, as part of the NextGen Bus Network.

Feds Say Funding for Gateway Project is Coming After States Sound Alarm

February 13, 2026 New Jersey Monitor

The federal government insisted on Friday that it was moving to restart payments for the stalled Gateway project after state officials raised alarms that no money had been received nearly a day after funding was to resume under a court order.

Amtrak Previews New Airo Fleet During Event

February 12, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

At a preview event this week, Amtrak President Roger Harris and federal dignitaries showcased the first new Airo train, a new-generation train designed to elevate the customer experience and strengthen service across the national network.

Wabtec Completes Acquisition of Swedish Company Dellner Couplers

February 12, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Wabtec Corp. has completed its acquisition of Dellner Couplers, a Swedish company specializing in couplers and gangways for passenger rail rolling stock.

Union Pacific Recognized as Industry Leader in Intermodal Service in 2025

February 11, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Journal of Commerce has rated Union Pacific as North America’s best performing railroad for intermodal service in 2025 in its Intermodal Service Scorecard.