Railpace Hot News
Keep up to date on the latest railroad news from the northeastern United States and Canada, edited by Carl Perelman.
June 6, 2024
VPRA and Norfolk Southern in Discussions for New Rail Agreement
The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) announced that it is in preliminary discussions with Norfolk Southern Corporation to purchase the Manassas Line and to pursue an option to extend passenger rail service to the New River Valley (NRV) on the Norfolk Southern main line (N-Line). While negotiations are in the early stages, VPRA and Norfolk Southern have established a mutually beneficial framework for both passenger and freight rail service.
June 5, 2024
Weekly Rail Traffic for May and the Week Ending June 1, 2024
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported U.S. rail traffic for the week ending June 1, 2024, as well as volumes for May 2024.
June 4, 2024
Ontario Awards Contracts to Advance Northeastern Passenger Rail
The Ontario government is delivering on its promise to bring back northeastern passenger rail service by awarding three contracts to design and manufacture nine new station shelters, enhance rail safety and complete warning system upgrades. The contracts mark a significant milestone in reinstating train service between Timmins and Toronto, providing a safe and reliable transportation option for northern and central communities and unlocking Ontario’s full economic potential.
June 3, 2024
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $343 Million to Modernize Transit Stations, Improve Accessibility Across the Country
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced that eight transit systems in eight states will receive a total of $343 million in federal funding to retrofit some of the nation’s oldest and busiest rail transit systems to make it easier for Americans to access public transportation.
June 3, 2024
MTA Chair and CEO Lieber Appoints Demetrius Crichlow to Serve as Interim President of MTA New York City Transit
MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber appointed Demetrius Crichlow as Interim President of MTA New York City Transit, effective June 14.
June 3, 2024
NCDOT Announces Special Train in June from Raleigh to the U.S. Open in Pinehurst
The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Rail Division announced that NC By Train, the state’s passenger rail service, will run a special train from Raleigh to this year’s U.S. Open in Pinehurst.
May 23, 2024
CSX Reopens Curtis Bay Coal Piers After Tragic Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse
CSX is ramping up loading operations at its Curtis Bay coal piers just two months after the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge
May 23, 2024
Norfolk Southern Reaches Agreement to Resolve Federal East Palestine Derailment Claims and Investigations
Norfolk Southern Corporation has reached an agreement on a consent decree with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) to resolve all their claims and investigations arising from the derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
May 23, 2024
Weekly Rail Traffic for the Week Ending May 18, 2024
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported U.S. rail traffic for the week ending May 18, 2024. For this week, total U.S. weekly rail traffic was 474,886 carloads and intermodal units, up 0.9 percent compared with the same week last year.
May 22, 2024
Amtrak Reinvents Cafe Acela Menu
Amtrak Acela guests can now enjoy a brand-new food and beverage onboard experience with today’s reveal of a new Cafe Acela menu featuring more gourmet and artisan products from sustainably sourced, health-conscious, and local brands. Additional upgrades include a redesigned physical menu and upgraded, more sustainable packaging. To view the full menu and see photos of the new items, please click here.
