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NJ Transit Launches ‘Ricardo Says’ Courtesy Campaign

June 6, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

NJ Transit announced a new customer courtesy campaign featuring the famous Ricardo the Bull, designed to enhance the customer experience.

Frozen Poultry Exports up 8.5% at Georgia Ports

June 6, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Frozen poultry exports through the Port of Savannah are up by 8.5% in the latest 12-month figures.

Amtrak Celebrates Upgrades at Iowa Stations

June 6, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Amtrak said its passengers have a more welcoming experience at two Iowa stations following about $20 million in upgrades.

FedEx Completes Spin-Off of FedEx Freight

June 6, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

FedEx Corp. recently completed the spin-off of FedEx Freight Holding Company, establishing FedEx Freight as an independent, publicly traded company and a focused leader in the North American less-than-truckload industry.

Gateway Development Commission Awards Contract for Third Hudson Tunnel Project Construction

June 6, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Gateway Development Commission this week awarded Skanska Creamer Sanzari NJSA JV the contract for Hudson Tunnel Project Construction Package 3: The New Jersey Surface Alignment.

Operation Lifesaver Urges Farmers and Agricultural Workers to Practice Safety When Working Around Tracks and Trains

June 6, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

With farmers and agricultural workers across the nation preparing for harvest season, Operation Lifesaver is urging everyone in the agricultural community to make safe choices around tracks and trains.

Former Union Pacific Chairman and CEO Dick Davidson Passes

June 6, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Richard “Dick” Davidson, the former chairman and chief executive officer of Union Pacific Railroad who helped shape the modern railroad by expanding its footprint and advancing its technology, has died. He was 84.

CN to Support BHP’s Jansen Potash Mine with Rail Service

June 6, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

CN has entered into a transportation agreement with BHP to support the movement of potash from the Jansen Potash Mine in Saskatchewan to export terminals on Canada’s West Coast, helping connect one of the world’s largest new potash developments to global markets.

Feds Launch Probe MARTA Security Spending and Safety Plans

June 4, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has directed the Federal Transit Administration to launch an investigation of Atlanta’s Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority.

Union Pacific Railroad’s Newest Commemorative Locomotive No. 4547 Embarks on First Freight Mission Hauling Artemis III Rocket Parts

June 4, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Marking a milestone in innovation and collaboration, Union Pacific Railroad on Tuesday unveiled its newest commemorative locomotive with Northrop Grumman and Wabtec, as No. 4547 began its first mission hauling Space Launch System solid rocket motor segments for NASA’s Artemis III lunar exploration program.