Miscellaneous

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[ January 28, 2026 ] Ohio Rail Development Commission Approves Funding for Projects, Safety Miscellaneous
[ January 27, 2026 ] Gateway Tunnel Project Could Halt Amid $12 Billion Federal Funding Freeze Amtrak
[ January 26, 2026 ] MARTA to Resume Normal Operations on Tuesday Transit
[ January 24, 2026 ] NJ Transit to Suspend Bus, Light Rail and Access Link Services on Sunday Commuter Rail
[ January 24, 2026 ] MARTA Running Reduced Services Amid Winter Weather Transit

GATX, Brookfield Infrastructure Complete Acquisition of Wells Fargo’s Rail Assets

January 5, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

GATX Corp. announced the successful closing of the acquisition of Wells Fargo’s rail operating lease portfolio on Jan. 1.

FreightCar America Acquires Distributor of Railcar Components

January 5, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

FreightCar America, a diversified manufacturer and supplier of railroad freight cars, railcar parts and components, has completed the acquisition of Carly Railcar Components, a family-owned, leading distributor of railcar components.

Southeastern Railway Museum Raising Money to Restore Historic U.S. Army Transportation Corps Locomotive Crane

December 15, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Southeastern Railway Museum is hoping to raise $25,000 to finish the restoration of historic U.S. Army Transportation Corps Locomotive Crane C-271.

Popular Rail Shows Featuring Michael Portillo Returning in 2026

December 15, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

Two popular train series are returning, giving viewers a chance to revisit the journeys that made former UK Member of Parliament Michael Portillo well-known among railway fans.

Georgia Officials Award Contract to Replace 1928 Lowndes County Bridge

December 11, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Georgia Department of Transportation has awarded a $5.8 million construction contract to replace a Lowndes County bridge built in 1928 and closed by the county due to its deterioration.

Union Tank Car Company Donates Rail Tank Car to Enhance Chicagoland First Responder Training

December 7, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

Union Tank Car Company donated a rail tank car to support hands-on training for the Chicago Fire Department, Calumet City Fire Department, and nearby municipalities.

The Rail Rundown for Friday, October 31, 2025

October 31, 2025 The Turntable

Today’s Rail Rundown highlights safety measures, inspection updates, and infrastructure projects. From transit safety initiatives in Philadelphia and New York to major logistics developments in Arizona and ongoing service challenges in the U.K., here’s what’s moving the rails this Friday.