Railfanning.org News Wire – Page 2

Feds Give Georgia Ports Permit for 3.5 Million TEU Container Terminal

October 14, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approved the Savannah Container Terminal permit after a three-year review process.

Amtrak Completes Improvements at Two Oklahoma Stations

October 9, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Amtrak officials said its passengers will have a more welcoming experience at two Oklahoma stations following about $8 million in improvements.

Feds Announce $426 Million to Eliminate Bottlenecks and Congested Highways Across U.S.

October 9, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

The feds recently announced a $426 million investment in infrastructure projects in 12 states through the Department of Transportation’s Nationally Significant Multimodal Freight & Highway Projects program.

Amtrak Advances Planning for Replacement of Bush and Gunpowder River Bridges in Maryland

October 8, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Amtrak has reached a major milestone on two bridge replacement projects in Maryland: the Bush River Bridge and the Gunpowder River Bridge, selecting HNTB for architectural and engineering services for both projects, including community engagement to inform the final design.

Machines With Vision Takes Aim at $78 Billion Rail Maintenance Sector Following Network Rail Deal

October 8, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Scottish technology company Machines With Vision is targeting the global $78 billion rail maintenance sector after securing a multi-million, multi-year contract with Network Rail, as imprecise defect location data is estimated to cost the industry $6 billion a year worldwide through repeat visits and wasted crew time.

Network Rail: £115m Investment Takes Flight at Manchester Airport Station

October 8, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Network Rail said a major £115 million investment in Manchester Airport station will start this winter to improve future connectivity at one of Britain’s most important transport hubs.

Rail Accident Investigation Branch: Bluebell Railway Should Review Coupling, Uncoupling Arrangements

October 8, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

The U.K. Rail Accident Investigation Branch recommended the Bluebell Railway undertake a risk-based review of its arrangements for coupling and uncoupling rail vehicles.

West Coast Main Line Passengers Should Check Before traveling in October

October 8, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Passengers are reminded to check before traveling on the West Coast Main Line ahead of railway improvements across two weekends.

AfDB, Germany Partner on Railway Development to Boost Africa’s Regional Connectivity, Integration

October 7, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

The African Development Bank Group has signed a letter of intent with the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, or BMZ, to cooperate on developing Africa’s railway systems and deepening regional economic integration.

Port of Savannah Achieves Record Container Volumes in September

October 7, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Port of Savannah posted a record September in container volumes, moving 504,015 twenty-foot equivalent container units last month, up 3.7% from September 2025.