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February 27, 2026

Amtrak Announces New and Improved Long Distance Fleet Replacement Strategy

Following a comprehensive evaluation, Amtrak is announcing a revised long-distance fleet replacement strategy that prioritizes fleet standardization, broadens competition among potential carbuilders, reduces program risk, and accelerates the replacement of its aging passenger cars. Under this plan, all long-distance routes will transition to a universal single-level fleet, replacing today’s mix of bi-level and single-level equipment.

February 26, 2026

Construction Resumes on the Hudson Tunnel Project

The Gateway Development Commission (GDC) announced yesterday that construction of the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP) is resuming this week. Nearly 1,000 jobs that were impacted by a construction pause that began on February 6 will be restored.

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