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[ December 19, 2024 ] Amtrak Awards Contracts to Advance Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project Amtrak
[ December 19, 2024 ] Norfolk Southern Names Michael Barr Vice President Investor Relations and Treasurer Norfolk Southern
[ December 19, 2024 ] FRA Issues Final Rule to Strengthen Freight Car Safety Standards to Help Protect America’s Rail Network and the Public FRA
[ December 18, 2024 ] Dozens of Rail Teamsters Ratify Contracts Miscellaneous
[ December 18, 2024 ] Amtrak Completes Early Construction Activity for Susquehanna River Bridge Project Amtrak

BTS Data: Nearly 4 Percent of Urban Rail Transit Maintenance Facilities Are in Excellent Condition

October 31, 2024 Todd DeFeo

A mere 3.9 percent of urban rail transit maintenance facilities ranked as excellent in 2023, according to new data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics.

Georgia Democrats Criticize Congressman Who Claimed Credit for CRISI Grant After Voting Against Infrastructure Law

October 30, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Georgia Democrats are crying foul, saying a Peach State congressman is taking credit for federal funding he opposed.

AAR: Inaugural Jobs Report Shows How Industry Careers Deliver for America’s Railroaders

October 29, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Association of American Railroads released a report that the association said provides a comprehensive review of the benefits and opportunities of freight rail careers.

Delta Railroad Services Expands East Coast Footprint, Opens New York Office

October 29, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Delta Railroad Services, a railroad construction and equipment rental company serving the growing railroad infrastructure needs throughout North America, is opening its East Coast Headquarters in Queens.

California Awards More than $189 Million to LOSSAN Rail Corridor

October 28, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

The California State Transportation Agency has awarded more than $189 million in funding to support projects that strengthen infrastructure resilience and increase passenger and freight capacity along the LOSSAN rail corridor.

Eco-Energy Starts Operations at Newton, Iowa, Renewable Feedstock Distribution Terminal

October 16, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

Eco-Energy has started operations at its newly built renewable feedstock distribution facility in Newton, Iowa.

South Carolina DOT to Temporarily Close Bridge Over Abandoned Railroad in Chester County

October 14, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

The South Carolina Department of Transportation will temporarily close the Catawba River Road bridge in Chester County for repairs starting Oct. 21.

Feds Award Millions for Projects in Rural Communities to Improve Rail Safety

October 12, 2024 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Federal Railroad Administration has awarded more than $108 million in funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which some call the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, to nine projects in Alaska, South Dakota and Wyoming.

Union Dockworkers Along East Coast, Including Charleston, Strike Over Pay, Technology

October 1, 2024 South Carolina Daily Gazette

After failing to reach a final-hour agreement, some 45,000 members of the International Longshoreman Association walked off the job Tuesday, shutting down 36 seaports from Maine to Texas, including in Charleston.