Railpace Hot News
Keep up to date on the latest railroad news from the northeastern United States and Canada, edited by Carl Perelman.
March 3, 2021
Amtrak Expands Carry-On Pet Program To Weekday Acela Trains
Amtrak announced today the expansion of its pet program allowing customers to travel with their dogs and cats up to 20 pounds onboard weekday Acela trains for only $26 or 800 Amtrak Guest Rewards points.
March 2, 2021
Railroads Stake Out Positions on Addressing Climate Change
he Association of American Railroads (AAR) outlined policy proposals aimed at safely and effectively combatting climate change. As the leader in fuel-efficient surface transportation, railroads know more must be done to drive down greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Armed with the right policies, railroads – and the nation – can make real progress toward a cleaner, more sustainable economy.
March 2, 2021
MTA Metro-North Railroad Launches WhatsApp Chat Feature for Customer Service
MTA Metro-North Railroad President Catherine Rinaldi announced that Metro-North customers can now communicate with the railroad in real time using the popular messaging platform WhatsApp.
March 1, 2021
Governor Cuomo Announces Elimination of Eighth and Final Grade Crossing as Part of LIRR Expansion Project
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s LIRR Expansion Project is closing the Main Street railroad crossing in Mineola, the eighth of eight railroad crossings to be permanently eliminated on time and on budget as part of the project. The crossings had created nuisances to nearby residents with the sounding of train horns and crossing bells, and to motorists who had to experience traffic backups with the closure of crossing gates
February 27, 2021
Pan Am Merger Application Filed
On February 25 CSX filed an application with the Surface Transportation Board concerning its merger with Pan Am Railways. CSX proposes to assume control of the four Pan Am component railroads; Boston & Maine, Maine Central, Portland Terminal, and Springfield Terminal
February 26, 2021
Plans for the Resumption of Amtrak Gulf Coast Service
Amtrak plans to resume passenger service between New Orleans, Louisiana and Mobile, Alabama in early 2022.
February 26, 2021
Wabtec Donates $30,000 to Support Texas Storm Relief Efforts
The Wabtec Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Wabtec Corporation, today announced a donation of $30,000 to support local relief efforts in Texas following last week’s winter storm and destructive power outages. The donation will be split among three nonprofits: Salvation Army of North Texas, Tarrant Area Food Bank, and the Tarrant County Homeless Coalition
February 25, 2021
SEPTA Board Approves Five-Year Strategic Plan
The SEPTA Board today approved a five-year Strategic Plan for fiscal years 2021 through 2026. The plan – “SEPTA Forward: A Vision for a Stronger Future” – provides a framework for the Authority’s recovery from COVID-19 and sets a vision for future growth.
February 24, 2021
Rail Traffic for the Week Ending February 20, 2021
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported U.S. rail traffic for the week ending February 20, 2021. For this week, total U.S. weekly rail traffic was 377,904 carloads and intermodal units, down 21.7 percent compared with the same week last year. Total carloads for the week ending February 20 were 171,642 carloads, down 26.3 percent compared with the same week in 2020, while U.S. weekly intermodal volume was 206,262 containers and trailers, down 17.4 percent compared to 2020.
February 23, 2021
Want To Upgrade To Amtrak Premium Services? BIDUP
All Amtrak passengers enjoy roomy seats and legroom. But for those who want a more premium experience – with even more comfort and amenities. Amtrak passengers now can make BidUpSM offers for upgrades to Business Class or First Class.
