Railpace Hot News
Keep up to date on the latest railroad news from the northeastern United States and Canada, edited by Carl Perelman.
February 21, 2022
Toronto’s Union Station Enhancement Project Begins
On February 16 work commenced on the renovation of the south end of Toronto Union Station’s trainshed. The first step is closing platforms 24 to 27 at Toronto’s main transit hub so work can start on the Union Station Enhancement Project (USEP).
February 21, 2022
CTDOT Releases Updated Five-Year Capital Plan
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) released an interim five-year Capital Plan, covering fiscal years 2022 – 2026 with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emission, protecting natural and community resources, and improving the health and safety of residents. The interim five-year Plan includes capital investments in roadways and bridges, public transportation, and bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure.
February 18, 2022
Norfolk Southern Offering Starting Bonuses Of Up To $5,000 For Conductor Trainees
Norfolk Southern Corporation announced that it is offering starting bonuses of up to $5,000 for conductor trainees in priority locations, and $2,500 for other locations.
February 18, 2022
New SEPTA Transit Schedules
SEPTA will adjust some bus and Market-Frankford Line schedules to reflect ridership trends, improve service reliability and prepare for more customers this spring. The changes are part of the annual Spring Transit Schedules that go into effect on Feb. 27-28.
February 17, 2022
Norfolk Southern Appoints Paul B. Duncan Vice President Network Planning and Operations
Norfolk Southern Corporation announced today that Paul B. Duncan has been appointed Vice President Network Planning and Operations. Duncan succeeds John Friedmann, who is retiring on March 1, 2022, after 27 years with Norfolk Southern. He will join the company in March, and report to Chief Operating Officer Cindy Sanborn.
February 17, 2022
Rail Traffic for the Week Ending February 12, 2022
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported U.S. rail traffic for the week ending February 12, 2022. For this week, total U.S. weekly rail traffic was 504,482 carloads and intermodal units, up 5 percent compared with the same week last year.
February 16, 2022
VRE Fredericksburg Station Rehabilitation Project Progresses
Rehabilitation of the Virginia Railway Express’ (VRE) Fredericksburg station took a
step forward on January 21, 2022 when the commuter rail service’s Operations Board approved a task order for construction management services. Construction on the $5 million project is expected to begin this summer, following the selection of a construction contractor.
February 15, 2022
Brightline Completes First Major Construction Zone For Orlando Extension
Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail in America, has completed its first major construction zone (Zone 2) on its 170-mile extension from West Palm Beach to Orlando International Airport (OIA).
February 14, 2022
Saratoga Corinth & Hudson Railway
The Saratoga Corinth & Hudson Railway has announced that it will commence tourist train excursions over the former D&H Adirondack Branch, between Corinth and Greenfield, NY, beginning this spring.
February 11, 2022
MTA Announces Catherine Rinaldi to Serve as Interim President of MTA Long Island Rail Road
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Chair and CEO Janno Lieber announced he has appointed Catherine Rinaldi to serve as Interim President of MTA Long Island Rail Road. Rinaldi will concurrently serve as President of Metro-North Railroad, a role she has held since 2018. Rinaldi will succeed Phillip Eng, who is retiring after nearly four years as LIRR President.
