Railpace Hot News
Keep up to date on the latest railroad news from the northeastern United States and Canada, edited by Carl Perelman.
May 7, 2024
G&AR Rebrands as Pinsly Railroad Company
Gulf & Atlantic Railways, LLC (G&AR) announced May 1 that it is rebranding as Pinsly Railroad Company following the October 2023 acquisition of Pioneer Valley Railroad, Pinsly’s last short line railroad company.
May 7, 2024
MTA Reports Details of Nearly $300 Million in Capital Savings
MTA Construction & Development (MTA C&D) today outlined details of nearly $300 million in capital program cost savings as part of its 2023 Year in Review and 2024 Strategic Plan, which outlines initiatives to improve the delivery of capital projects and modernize the transit system better, faster, and cheaper.
May 6, 2024
Operation Toy Train Doings
Operation Toy Train will be participating in a pair of events this Saturday, May 11, at Port Jervis, N.Y, and Phillipsburg, NJ
May 6, 2024
Amtrak Harrisburg Line Track Work
An Amtrak work crew, that includes an undercutter and the TLM (Track Laying Machine), is presently working to replace rail, ties and renew ballast between Harrisburg and Middletown, PA.
May 3, 2024
CVSR Trains Return Effective Today
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (CVSR) announces its return to the rails on today, following a voluntary two-month hiatus aimed at enhancing passenger safety and operational protocols.
May 3, 2024
CSX Introduces the Pere Marquette Heritage Locomotive
CSX has introduced the latest addition in its heritage locomotive series, paying homage to the rich history of the Pere Marquette Railroad. This new unit showcases the Pere Marquette’s legacy, dating back to its inception on November 1, 1899.
May 2, 2024
Introducing Amtrak Borealis trains with Expanded Service between St. Paul and Chicago via Milwaukee
Tickets are now available for a second daily Amtrak service between the Twin Cities and Chicago, via Milwaukee: new state-sponsored Borealis trains originate from St. Paul at midday and from Chicago in the late morning. Travelers seeking a more comfortable, sustainable and productive choice than driving will have double the current rail options, starting May 21, 2024.
May 2, 2024
Weekly Rail Traffic for April and the Week Ending April 27, 2024
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported U.S. rail traffic for the week ending April 27, 2024, as well as volumes for April 2024.
May 1, 2024
STB Adopts Final Rule For Reciprocal Switching
The Surface Transportation Board announced that it has adopted a final rule, by unanimous vote, to implement new regulations at 49 CFR part 1145 which sets forth a path for shippers and receivers to petition the Board for the prescription of a reciprocal switching agreement. Today’s final rule is designed to promote adequate rail service.
