California High-Speed Rail Completes 60th Major Structure in Central Valley Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 26, 20260 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has completed the Road 26 grade separation in Madera County, marking the 60th major structure finished along the first 119 miles of active high-speed rail construction in California’s Central Valley. The newly opened overpass, located north of Madera between Club Drive and Avenue 18½, is designed
PODCAST: All Routes Considered: California High-Speed Rail’s New Delivery Strategy Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 22, 20260 Welcome back to All Routes Considered – a podcast brought to you by the a2b Global Media transport news network! We bring you the latest news, trending topics and in-depth discussion on the biggest events in transport from across the rail, bus and airport sectors. [embedded content] In this latest episode, we discuss the latest changes to
California High-Speed Rail Authority Announces Board Changes for New Project Phase Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 11, 20260 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has announced changes to its Board of Directors as the state’s rail programme moves from major civil construction towards track laying and rail systems delivery. In a statement issued on 8 May, Authority Chief Executive Ian Choudri thanked outgoing Board Chair Tom Richards and Board Vice
California: Parsons Awarded Contract for Pomona–Claremont Light Rail Extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 16, 20260 Parsons has been awarded a contract to carry out design and engineering work for a new light rail extension in eastern Los Angeles County, marking a further stage in the Foothill Gold Line project. The Parsons Transportation Group has received a 60 million USD, six-year contract from the Foothill Gold Line
California High Speed Rail Moves Towards Track Laying Phase Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 5, 20260 Governor Gavin Newsom has announced the completion of a key logistics facility for California’s high-speed rail project, enabling the next phase of construction to begin with the installation of track and systems. The Southern Railhead Facility, located near Wasco in Kern County, has been completed after a year of construction. The
San Francisco Bay Area Transit Avoids Service Cuts with $590m State Loan Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 5, 20260 An agreement has been reached between the Office of Governor Gavin Newsom, the California Department of Finance and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) on a 590 million USD loan package for major Bay Area transit agencies. The funding is intended to prevent planned service reductions across several networks during the 2026–27
California’s $1 Billion Transport Funding Package Includes Rail Investment Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 4, 20260 The California Transportation Commission (CTC) has approved a transport funding package worth nearly 1 billion USD, with a portion directed towards rail and public transport schemes. The 988.7 million USD allocation forms part of the state government’s Build More, Faster – For All infrastructure agenda and combines 184 million USD from
California Directs $202 Million Towards Lower-Emission Rail and Transit Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 15, 20260 California is investing 202 million USD in rail and public transport projects aimed at reducing emissions and improving mobility in communities most affected by air pollution. The funding has been awarded to 143 local projects through the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP), which forms part of the state’s California Climate
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner to Add Daily Los Angeles–San Diego Roundtrip Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 A new daily Amtrak Pacific Surfliner roundtrip between Los Angeles and San Diego will be introduced from 26 January 2026, increasing service frequency along Southern California’s main intercity rail corridor. The Los Angeles–San Diego–San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor Agency announced that the additional service will bring the total number of
California High-Speed Rail Authority Drops Legal Challenge Over Withdrawn Federal Funding Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 8, 20260 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has voluntarily dismissed its legal challenge to the termination of federal grant funding for the state’s high-speed rail programme, according to court records filed on 23 December 2025. The action had been brought against the US Department of Transportation and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) after
California High-Speed Rail Opens Route to Private Investment Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 2, 20260 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has begun a formal process to attract private investors and developers, with the aim of bringing a private partner consortium on board by summer 2026. On 19 December, the Authority issued a Request for Qualifications for a Co-Development Agreement (CDA). The procurement is intended to identify
Draft Environmental Study Published for Los Angeles–Anaheim High-Speed Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 15, 20250 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has released a draft environmental document for the proposed high-speed rail section between Los Angeles and Anaheim. The document was published on 5 December 2025 and is available for public review and comment until 3 February 2026. California High-Speed Rail © State of California The Draft Environmental Impact Report
New Bridge in San Juan to Improve Rail Reliability Along LOSSAN Corridor Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 12, 20250 Train traffic has begun operating across the brand-new Suan Juan Creek Bridge in San Juan Capistrano, marking the replacement of a bridge that had been in place for more than 100 years. The new bridge was installed as part of a project led by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) in
California Passenger Rail Enters New Phase with Gold Runner Rebrand Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 4, 20250 The San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority (SJJPA) has rebranded the Amtrak San Joaquins service to Gold Runner, effective 3 November 2025. The change marks a new phase in the development of California’s intercity passenger rail and bus services, with a brand that reflects the state’s history and its forward-looking transport ambitions. Amtrak
California High-Speed Rail Completes Its Ninth Structure in 2025 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 3, 20250 The California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) has completed the Hanford Armona Road grade separation in Kings County, opening the structure to traffic less than a year after work began. The project marks the ninth structure completed in 2025 and the third in Kings County alone, contributing to a total of 58
California: US DOT Withdraws Funding for Four Additional Rail Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 27, 20250 US Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced that the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) will withdraw federal funding for four projects linked to California’s High-Speed Rail programme. The decision affects a total of approximately 175 million USD in planned federal support. The California High-Speed Rail Authority is currently working to extend
California High-Speed Rail: Supplemental Update Sets Out Path to 2039 Connections Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 26, 20250 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has released a supplemental update to its 2025 Project Update Report, setting out a pathway to connect the state’s major population centres through high-speed rail. The plan outlines a phased approach to completing connections to Northern Los Angeles County at Palmdale and to the electrified Caltrain
LAX Metro Transit Center Opening Spurs Significant Rise in K Line Ridership Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 29, 20250 The opening of the LAX/Metro Transit Center on 6 June 2025 has led to a substantial increase in ridership on the Los Angeles Metro K Line, according to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro). The new station offers a direct rail connection to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX),
LA Metro A Line Extension to Pomona to Open on 19 September Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 25, 20250 LA Metro has confirmed that its A Line light rail service will extend to Pomona from 19 September 2025. This addition will serve four new stations in the San Gabriel Valley, improving public transport links to key destinations including schools, parks, and cultural centres. The A Line Extension to Glendora, San Dimas,
US DOT Terminates $4 Billion in Funding for California High-Speed Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 17, 20250 The United States Department of Transportation (US DOT) has announced it is terminating approximately 4 billion USD in unspent federal funding allocated to the California High-Speed Rail project. The decision, outlined by Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy on 16 July, follows a compliance review conducted by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
Hydrogen Trains in the US: Planning and Safety in the Shift to Clean Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 10, 20250 Last month, the APTA Rail Conference examined the progress in deploying hydrogen fuel cell (HFC) trains in the US, drawing on insights from real-world implementation. A panel discussion titled “Hydrogen Trainsets and Locomotives: Infrastructure Readiness and Planning Considerations” brought together representatives from Jacobs, HDR, Ricardo LLC, and the San Bernardino County
Governor Newsom Signs Reforms Accelerating Rail Development in California Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 8, 20250 Governor Gavin Newsom has signed into law a sweeping legislative package that redefines California’s approach to housing and infrastructure delivery, with major implications for rail-oriented projects across the state. The reforms, embedded in Assembly Bill 130 and Senate Bill 131, overhaul environmental review processes, fast-track permitting, and introduce new financing and
San Francisco Bay Area Readies for California High-Speed Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 1, 20250 While the California High-Speed Rail project has faced delays, cost overruns, and political scrutiny, the San Francisco Bay Area continues to ready itself to become a vital terminus. Despite the controversy surrounding the project, regional leaders are steadily preparing infrastructure for its arrival. During the APTA High-Speed Rail Seminar, Andrew Fremier,
HDR Appointed to Lead Design of California’s High Desert Rail Corridor Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 24, 20250 Engineering firm, HDR has been appointed by the High Desert Corridor Joint Powers Agency to deliver design and advisory services for a new intercity passenger rail line in Southern California. The 54-mile corridor will link Palmdale in Los Angeles County with Victorville in San Bernardino County, forming part of the wider
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner Increases Frequency in Southern California Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 18, 20250 The LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency has announced the addition of a 12th daily roundtrip on the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service between San Diego and Los Angeles. This increased frequency provides passengers with more flexible travel options along the busy Southern California rail corridor. Amtrak Pacific Surfliner © Amtrak The updated timetable, which took effect
First OC Streetcar Vehicle Unveiled in Santa Ana, California Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 12, 20250 The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) has unveiled the first vehicle for the upcoming OC Streetcar system. This marks a major step in developing Orange County’s first modern electric streetcar, which will serve Santa Ana and Garden Grove in California. The vehicle was built by Siemens Mobility in Sacramento and is the
California High-Speed Rail Outlines Sustainability Initiatives Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 23, 20250 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has presented key developments in its approach to sustainable infrastructure. The project, which is currently under construction between Merced and Bakersfield, forms part of California’s broader efforts to reduce transport-related emissions and promote economic growth. Once operational, the high-speed rail system will run on electricity generated entirely
Caltrain Ridership Increases Following Electrification Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 11, 20250 Newly released data has demonstrated that ridership numbers on Caltrain have risen substantially since the launch of its electric train service in September 2024. The service, which operates between San Francisco and San Jose, recorded a 41% year-on-year increase in ridership in December, amounting to more than 500,000 additional journeys. This
Industry Insider Week 31 – 12 Must-Read Rail Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 6, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider Week 31 for 29 July–02 August 2019: Rail yard behind the Virginia Museum of Transportation in Roanoke, Virginia © Donnie Nunley under licence Business Stadler manufactures the Berlin S-Bahn at its Pankow site © Railway-News Stadler
25 More Light Rail Vehicles for San Diego Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 31, 20190 Siemens Mobility has been awarded a contract for 25 S700 low-floor Light Rail Vehicles (LRV’s) from San Diego’s Metropolitan Transit System (MTS). The first Siemans S70 from the 2011 order, departs the San Diego Train Station © Paul Sullivan under license Changing Standards The new vehicles, which will replace the existing Siemens Mobility
Industry Insider Week 30 – 10 Must-Read Rail News Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 29, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider Week 30 for 22–26 July 2019: Current Westbahn KISS interior © Westbahn Rolling Stock Siemens, Bombardier and DB reach an agreement about the ICE 4 trains © www.siemens.com/press Deutsche Bahn Will Resume Acceptance of ICE 4
Low-Emission Locomotives Enter Service on California Northern Railroad Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 25, 20190 Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) have announced that two new US EPA Tier 4 compliant low-emission locomotives are now in service with subsidiary company California Northern Railroad Company (CFNR), after successfully completing trials. Built by Knoxville Locomotive Works in Tennessee, the 2,400-horsepower diesel locomotives use selective catalytic reduction technology to meet
California Northern Railroad commissions low-emission locos Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 23, 20190 USA: Two Knoxville Locomotive Works low-emission diesel locos have entered service on Genesee & Wyoming’s California Northern Railroad following the completion of trials. The 1·79 MW locomotives have 12-cylinder MTU engines and use selective catalytic reduction technology to meet Tier 4 emissions requirements. They are expected to provide fuel savings of
California High-Speed Rail Authority issues Track & Systems RFQ Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 23, 20190 USA: California High-Speed Rail Authority has issued a request for qualifications for its Phase I Track & Systems contract, which has an estimate value of $1·6bn. This would cover design, construction, and testing of the trackwork, electrification, signalling, train control and other railway systems for the 190 km route between Merced
World rolling stock market – July 2019 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 21, 20190 Belarus: TMH’s Tver works is to supply BC with 14 Type 61-4447.02 platskartny cars, eight Type 61-440.00 sleeping cars and eight Type 61-445.03 sleeping cars with staff compartments. The order is being financed through BelVEBlizing. Europe: Traktionssysteme Austria is supplying traction motors for the 30 three-car M7 metro trains which CAF
BART Trains Get Bike Straps Encouraging Active Travel Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 18, 20190 Sometimes it is the simple ideas which prove the most popular. Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) has found out, this is the case with its straps for cyclists to secure their bikes to the rail. The old style of bike rack on BART train © Nick Doty under licence BART Bike Strap Design The
Industry Insider Week 27 – 9 Must-Read Rail Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 8, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider Week 27 for 01–05 July 2019: Siemens Mobility Avenio tram for Munich © www.siemens.com/press Infrastructure DART station on the Blue Line © Michael Barera under licence Dallas Light Rail Gets 60 Million Grant from FTA
BART Begins Traction Power Substation Upgrade Works Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 2, 20190 San Leandro station is the first on the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) network to get a new traction power substation. Train at San Leandro station © Pi. 1415926535 under licence In November 2016 Californians voted in favour of Measure RR. The question put to voters was: “To keep BART safe; prevent accidents/breakdowns/delays;
Bombardier to Operate and Maintain San Francisco APM Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 27, 20190 The automated people mover serving San Francisco airport is known as the SFO AirTrain. It first opened in 2003 and consists of two lines. The total AirTrain fleet consists of 38 Innovia APM 100 vehicles. The AirTrain serves nine stations over 10km. It runs on an elevated guideway, stopping at
Virgin Trains breaks ground on Orlando extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 25, 20190 USA: Virgin Trains USA held a ‘Red Spike’ groundbreaking ceremony at Orlando International Airport on June 24 to launch construction work on its 275 km Phase 2 extension from West Palm Beach. Contracts were awarded in May for construction of Phase 2, which represents a private-sector investment of $4bn. The project
Industry Insider Week 25 – 9 Must-Read Rail Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 24, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider Week 25 for 17–21 June 2019: Newag IMPULS for FSE © Edoardo Rizzo Rolling Stock ZEFIRO Express intercity train wins German design award © Bombardier Transportation Bombardier’s ZEFIRO Wins German Design Award The Brandenburg Design Award
FRA awards $326m for rail infrastructure works Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 21, 20190 USA: More than $326m in Consolidated Rail Infrastructure & Safety Improvements and Special Transportation Circumstances grant funding for 45 rail infrastructure projects in 29 states has been announced by the Federal Railroad Administration. ‘These investments in inter-city passenger and freight rail will benefit surrounding communities, make grade crossings safer and improve
Nomad Digital Secures Next Generation WiFi Services Contract in California Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 18, 20190 The Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA), an intercity passenger train system in California, has formally awarded Nomad Digital with the “Next Generation WiFi Services Contract”. CCJPA has procured, by the selection of Nomad Digital, the future installation, testing, operation, and maintenance of a next-generation WiFi network on board Capitol Corridor trains
Bombardier to Open Rail Car Assembly Site in California Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 17, 20190 US: Bombardier will open a new rail car assembly plant in Pittsburg, California. It has a contract with Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) for 775 ‘Fleet of the Future’ cars. Bombardier is currently manufacturing these rail cars in New York state. Opening this new assembly plant on the US west coast
Industry Insider Week 21 – 12 Must-Read Rail Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 28, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider Week 21 for 20–24 May 2019: Stadler’s Euro Dual Locomotive for ELP © Stadler Rolling Stock Euro Dual Hybrid Locomotive © Stadler Stadler Delivers More Hybrid Locomotives for European Freight Corridors Stadler have entered into a contract
Talgo-SYSTRA JV to Refurbish Metrolink Rail Cars Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 23, 20190 Metrolink (California) has awarded a contract to refurbish 121 Bombardier rail cars to a Talgo-SYSTRA joint venture. This contract is worth 138.9 million USD (124.74 million euros). The initial order is for 50 rail cars, but the contract also includes an option for a further 71 cars. A Metrolink train in
Virgin Trains USA Begin Construction of Orlando Expansion Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 22, 20190 In January 2017 Brightline began operating rail services in Florida, USA. In November that year Brightline and Virgin Group formed a strategic partnership. Brightline rebranded as Virgin Trains USA with plans to continue growing the country’s first privately funded intercity passenger trains in more than 100 years. Fast forward to April
Federal funding for California high speed rail pulled Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 17, 20190 USA: The Federal Railroad Administration announced on May 16 that it had terminated a $928·6m 2010 funding agreement with the California High-Speed Rail Authority. This follows a notice of intention to cancel the funding which had been issued by the FRA in March, after newly-elected Governor of California Gavin Newsom announced
Metrolink fleet modernisation contract awarded Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 15, 20190 USA: Southern California Regional Rail Authority has awarded a joint venture of Talgo and Systra a contract worth up to $138·9m for the refurbishment of up to 121 Bombardier BiLevel coaches used on Metrolink commuter services. There is a firm order for the modernisation of an initial 50 coaches, with work
Orlando bonds approved as Brightline becomes Virgin Trains USA Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 9, 20190 USA: Virgin Trains USA has been granted approval by the Florida Development Finance Corp to raise $950m in Private Activity Bond sales to fund the second phase of the inter-city passenger project formerly branded as Brightline. Announced on April 5, the sale of tax-exempt bonds will help fund the 275 km Phase
‘Chargers’ for Amtrak and VIA Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 27, 20190 BOTH major national passenger rail operators in North America placed orders for significant numbers of Siemens 4,400HP ‘Charger’ diesel-electric loco in December. Canadian national passenger company VIA Rail ordered 32 ‘Chargers’ in early-December, along with 32 new push-pull trains which the locos will operate. One of the first operators for the new
Redlands Passenger Rail construction contract awarded Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 26, 20190 USA: Construction work for the 14·5 km Redlands Passenger Rail Project in southern California is on course to start later this year, following the selection of Flatiron Construction Corp as preferred bidder for the $154m main works contract. The $312m Redlands project is being promoted by San Bernadino County Transit Authority. The
FRA pulls funds from California high speed project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 20, 20190 USA: The Federal Railroad Administration announced on February 19 that it intended to cancel $929m of federal grant destined for the high speed rail project in California. In addition, FRA ‘is actively exploring every legal option to seek the return from California of $2·5bn in Federal funds FRA previously granted
BNSF announces $3·57bn capital investment plan Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 19, 20190 USA: BNSF is planning to spend $3·57bn under its 2019 capital investment plan, up from $3·4bn in 2018 and 2017. It said the emphasis would continue to be on maintaining and expanding its 52 000 route-km network in 28 US states and three Canadian provinces. The infrastructure and rolling stock maintenance