Hafeet Rail Procures 27 EMD Locomotives for Freight Transport Across Oman and the UAE from Progress Rail

Progress Rail has signed a contract with Hafeet Rail for 27 EMD® SD70ACS freight locomotives, which will be used to connect Oman and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The new EMD units will work in concert with Etihad Rail’s current fleet of 38 locomotives. Through leveraging proven SD70AC platform technology and integration of custom design features and advanced technologies, the high-powered SD70ACS is specifically designed to perform reliably and safely in unique and challenging desert environments.

Features include the proven EMD 710 engine, AC traction, EM2000 microprocessor control system and specially designed sand filtration system. Additionally, the units will be fitted with the company’s ECM™ train control system, which complies with European Train Control System (ETCS) standards.

-via Press Release

Phase One Milestone of MTA Park Avenue Viaduct Replacement Project

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a major Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) milestone with the completion of bridge replacement work on Phase 1 of the Park Avenue Viaduct Replacement Project. Through 128 bridge installations, the project replaced 8,240 track feet of the aging 132-year-old structure, all without disrupting Metro-North service. Thanks to strong project management and an innovative construction approach, the project as a whole is $93 million under budget and 51 months ahead of schedule.

Historic Railroad Equipment Display at Hoboken Terminal

On Sunday, October 12, the public is invited to Historic Hoboken Terminal to join NJ TRANSIT in celebrating New Jersey’s rich railroad history with some of the agency’s iconic heritage locomotives and railroad equipment – all while learning about career opportunities available on the railroad. “Meet Our Rail Fleet” will be held on Sunday, October 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. near Track 17 in Hoboken Terminal. Admission is free.