Railfanning.org News Wire – Page 71

Northern Explorer Launches Premium Scenic Dining Experience

September 26, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Great Journeys New Zealand has officially brought its premium dining experience to the Northern Explorer scenic train journey between Auckland and Wellington.

Assembly Agrees to Amend Bill Increasing Accessible Transportation

September 26, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

The New Jersey Assembly on Thursday concurred with the governor’s recommended amendments to a bill expanding accessible transportation options for New Jersey residents with disabilities and seniors.

Norfolk Southern Names Brian Barr Vice President and Chief Mechanical Officer

September 26, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Norfolk Southern Corp. has named Brian Barr as vice president and chief mechanical officer.

MARTA Unveils Mosaic Art Installation at Airport Station

September 26, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority unveiled a mosaic art installation by local artist Michael Jones at Airport Station on Tuesday, Sept. 24.

MARTA on Track to Receive First CQ400 Rail Car in January

September 26, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority officials said the agency is on track to receive its first CQ400 rail car in January.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit Named Agency of the Year by Latinos In Transit

September 25, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Agency received the recognition at the Latinos In Transit Annual Leadership Summit.

Feds: Class I Freight Railroads Should Guarantee Paid Sick Leave

September 25, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and U.S. Department of Labor Acting Secretary Julie Su today sent letters to the CEOs of three Class I freight railroads – CPKC, CN, and CSX – calling on them to guarantee paid sick leave to all of their employees.

Amtrak Names Byl Herrmann Executive Vice President and General Counsel

September 25, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Amtrak has appointed Byl Herrmann as executive vice president and general counsel, responsible for setting the long-term strategic vision, priorities, and annual operating plan for the department within the context of Amtrak’s strategic and corporate plans and objectives.

New Directive Requires Transit Agencies to Address Transit Worker Assaults

September 25, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Federal Transit Administration announced a new directive to require transit agencies nationwide to address assaults against transit workers.

MARTA Trains to Skip Brookhaven Station From Oct. 7 to Nov. 15

September 25, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

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