$1.29 Billion Contract Awarded for Hudson Tunnel Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 5, 20260 The Gateway Development Commission (GDC) has awarded a major construction contract for the Hudson Tunnel Project, covering the section that will run beneath the Hudson River. The contract, known as Package 1C: The Hudson River Tunnel Section, has been awarded to the Traylor/Walsh/Skanska joint venture. The work includes boring new tunnel
Amtrak and NJ Transit Progress Work on Portal North Bridge Cutover Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 4, 20260 NJ Transit and Amtrak are advancing work to replace the 116-year-old Portal Bridge over the Hackensack River in New Jersey with a new fixed-span structure known as the Portal North Bridge. The replacement bridge has been designed to sit higher above the river, removing the need to open and close for
US: Hudson Tunnel Construction to Pause Without Restored Federal Funding Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 30, 20260 The Gateway Development Commission (GDC) has said construction of the Hudson Tunnel Project will be paused if federal funding disbursements do not resume in the coming days. The company has informed contractors that funds for current construction will be exhausted by 6 February. Contractors will spend the next two weeks winding
BREAKING: Amtrak NextGen Acela Trains to Debut on 28 August Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 7, 20250 Amtrak has announced that the NextGen Acela service will officially launch on Thursday, 28 August, between Boston and Washington, D.C. This new generation of high-speed trains will operate along the busy Northeast Corridor, stopping at major cities including New York. Amtrak’s NextGen Acela train, manufactured by Alstom The introduction of the new trains
East River Tunnel Rehabilitation Work Begins with Closure of Line 2 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 2, 20250 Amtrak has officially commenced long-term work on the East River Tunnel Rehabilitation Project, which will restore two of the four tunnel tubes used to connect Manhattan with Long Island and New Jersey. The initial stage involves a full closure of Line 2, one of the tubes damaged by Superstorm Sandy in
Revised Plan Announced for Northeast Corridor’s Dock Bridge Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 23, 20250 The US Department of Transportation (US DOT) has announced a revised plan for the rehabilitation of the Dock Bridge in New Jersey. The plan is expected to reduce project costs by approximately 140 million USD. The changes, jointly agreed upon by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Amtrak, aim to prioritise
Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT Present Progress on Rail Improvements Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 16, 20250 Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT have presented a detailed update on their ongoing rail improvement efforts, aimed at strengthening infrastructure, reducing service disruptions, and enhancing coordination ahead of the 2025 summer travel season. The update was delivered during a summit in Newark attended by Governor Phil Murphy and senior officials from both
Amtrak Showcases NEC Infrastructure Investments in New Video Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 20, 20250 Amtrak has released a new video highlighting major infrastructure projects along the Northeast Corridor (NEC), the busiest passenger rail route in the United States. Produced by The B1M, the world’s largest construction-focused video channel, the 38-minute documentary provides a behind-the-scenes look at the significant investments underway to modernise rail transport. The future
Amtrak Awards Contracts for Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 2, 20250 Amtrak has awarded critical contracts to advance progress on the Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project. The project is set to address long-standing structural issues and operational constraints on the Northeast Corridor (NEC), a vital rail artery in the United States. Amtrak’s Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project © Amtrak A joint venture comprising Skanska, Walsh, and Herzog
Amtrak Presents Details of Its NextGen Acela Fleet Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 5, 20240 Amtrak has presented details of its NextGen Acela high-speed trainsets, manufactured by Alstom. These units are set to enter service on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) in spring 2025 The new trainsets aim to modernise rail travel, offering enhanced comfort, improved sustainability, and state-of-the-art technology. Amtrak’s Acela II testing on the Northeast Corridor ©
US: $1.5 Billion in Funding for Northeast Corridor Upgrades Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 18, 20240 The Biden-Harris Administration, through the US Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), has announced nearly 1.5 billion USD in funding for 19 projects along the Northeast Corridor (NEC). This investment was made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, underscoring the administration’s commitment to modernising the nation’s busiest rail corridor. Amtrak’s Acela
Amtrak Breaks Ground on New Connecticut River Bridge Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 6, 20240 Amtrak has broken ground on constructing the new Connecticut River Bridge between Old Saybrook and Old Lyme in Connecticut. This project is supported by the Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law as a crucial investment in the Northeast Corridor (NEC) rail line. The new bridge will replace the ageing structure from 1907, improving
Amtrak Invests in Infrastructure Upgrades on Northeast Corridor Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 12, 20240 This summer, Amtrak is investing 260 million USD in infrastructure improvements on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) to enhance the reliability, safety, and efficiency of its rail services. This investment represents a 109% increase compared to last year’s summer infrastructure renewal programme. It will contribute to Amtrak’s broader strategy to increase annual
Amtrak Commences Work on Susquehanna River Rail Bridge Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 23, 20240 Amtrak and its key project partners have marked the start of the Susquehanna River Rail Bridge Project in Northeast Maryland, with early construction works underway. The event was attended by Amtrak CEO, Stephen Gardner; US Department of Transportation Deputy Secretary, Polly Trottenberg; Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Amit Bose; Maryland
IN PICTURES: Amtrak’s Renderings of West Baltimore MARC Station Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 22, 20240 Amtrak has published renderings of the future West Baltimore MARC Station that will be built as part of the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program. These updated designs were developed in close coordination with MDOT MTA and also incorporate feedback from members of the community. Northbound Looking West © Amtrak Amtrak Assistant Vice President Luigi Rosa
US: $11 Billion in Grants and Financing for Hudson River Tunnel Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 10, 20240 The Biden-Harris Administration has awarded 11 billion USD in grants and financing for the Hudson River Tunnel Project. Currently, a 114-year-old passenger rail tunnel spans a vital economic corridor between New York and New Jersey. This infrastructure is in critical need of modernisation and replacement following damage during 2012’s Superstorm Sandy. To
US: Over $2 Billion Announced in Northeast Corridor Funding Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 21, 20240 The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), providing over 2 billion USD in funding for projects on the Northeast Corridor (NEC). This funding is made possible by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. It aims to modernise and enhance the safety, speed
Amtrak Issues RFIs for Enhanced Wi-Fi Connectivity Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 3, 20240 Amtrak has issued two Request for Informations (RFIs) to support its delivery of high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity along the 450-mile Northeast Corridor (NEC) from Washington, D.C. to Boston. This initiative is part of Amtrak’s overall mission of advancing the digital experience for a new era of rail. The operator is seeking feedback from
Initial Demolition Begins for Amtrak’s Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 1, 20240 Amtrak has provided an update on the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program, with initial demolition having begun in Baltimore. This 6 billion USD project will transform a 10-mile section of the Northeast Corridor by overcoming the largest bottleneck between Washington, D.C. and New Jersey. Its centrepiece is a new tunnel to serve electrified
Amtrak Awards Construction Contract for Frederick Douglass Tunnel Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 12, 20240 Amtrak has awarded a contract to Kiewit/J.F. Shea Joint Venture to build the new Frederick Douglass Tunnel in Baltimore. The new passenger rail tunnel will serve electrified Amtrak and MARC commuter trains with two parallel, single-track tunnel tubes, each approximately two miles long. This new infrastructure will support significantly faster travel speeds
Amtrak Awards Contracts for Susquehanna River Rail Bridge Replacement Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 27, 20230 Amtrak has awarded a key contract to the Flatiron/Herzog Joint Venture for the Susquehanna River Rail Bridge Replacement Program, alongside two supporting contracts to an AECOM-led team and Fay Construction. The Flatiron/Herzog Joint Venture has been selected as the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) contractor for constructing two new bridges, as
Amtrak Awarded Nearly $10 Billion for NEC Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 6, 20230 The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has awarded nearly 10 billion USD to Amtrak for the modernisation of critical infrastructure and stations and to support a future increase in ridership on the Northeast Corridor (NEC). This funding will be used to replace ageing tunnels, bridges and tracks; improve safety, reliability and travel
Amtrak Awards Contracts for Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 12, 20230 Amtrak has selected the Clark Construction/Stacy and Witbeck Joint Venture as the first major contractor to deliver the Southern Approach package for the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program. This programme aims to transform the Northeast Corridor (NEC) in West Baltimore by replacing the ageing B&P Tunnel. The future Frederick Douglass Tunnel with electrified
Amtrak to Modernise Northeast Corridor Tracks Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 19, 20230 Amtrak has announced plans to complete track infrastructure improvements on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) to increase the reliability and on-time performance of its trains. To deliver these long-term improvements, the company is investing 124 million USD this summer in modernising the railway. NEC customers may experience minor delays this summer while infrastructure
Amtrak Publishes Renderings for B&P Tunnel Replacement Program Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 5, 20230 Early construction activities are now underway on Amtrak’s B&P Tunnel Replacement Program, which commenced in March 2023. This work includes replacing ageing wooden ties with new concrete ties, installing new rail and completing track drainage improvements. Meanwhile, Amtrak has also released renderings to display how the tunnel will look once the project
Amtrak to Commence Construction on B&P Tunnel Replacement Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 10, 20230 Amtrak is set to begin early construction work as part of the B&P Tunnel Replacement Program in Maryland. On 10 March, the first project for this programme will commence in the Halethorpe and West Baltimore areas. The planned work includes replacing ageing wooden ties (sleepers) with new concrete ties, installing new rail
President Biden Joins Amtrak to Kick Off B&P Tunnel Replacement Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 1, 20230 On 30 January 2023, Amtrak was joined by President Biden, the US Department of Transportation and Maryland officials to execute the Project Kickoff Agreement for the B&P Tunnel Replacement Program in Baltimore. The partners also celebrated the Project Labor Agreement (PLA) with the Baltimore-DC Building and Construction Trades Council for the first
US: $9 Billion in Funding to Improve Services on the Northeast Corridor Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 23, 20220 The US Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced nearly 9 billion USD in funding to upgrade and expand passenger rail services along the Northeast Corridor (NEC). These funds will be issued through the Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grant Program, which has grown significantly thanks to President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure
New Images of Amtrak Airo Unveiled Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 16, 20220 Amtrak has unveiled images of its upcoming train, the Amtrak Airo. A total of 83 vehicles will be manufactured in Sacramento, California by Siemens, procured using 7.3 billion USD (6.85bn EUR) of Amtrak’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funding. The contract includes an option for up to 130 additional trains. Amtrak Airo
Amtrak to Replace Northeast Corridor’s Susquehanna River Rail Bridge Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 21, 20220 Amtrak has announced that it will undertake a major infrastructure project to replace the 116-year-old Susquehanna River Rail Bridge in Havre de Grace Maryland. This project is estimated to have a construction cost of at least 1.5 billion USD. The current bridge will be replaced with two new structures, and its overhead
US: FRA Publishes Northeast Corridor Project Priorities Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 17, 20220 The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has published a list of priority projects to advance the improvement and development of the Northeast Corridor (NEC). The NEC is a commuter and intercity passenger rail network spanning from Boston to Washington, D.C. This Project Inventory will promote transparency on federal priorities for its envisioned
New Connecticut River Bridge to Improve Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 1, 20220 Amtrak has announced that in early 2023, it will enter the procurement phase to select a contractor for the construction of a new Connecticut River Bridge, which will improve services on the Northeast Corridor (NEC). The new Connecticut River Bridge will be delivered via the design-bid-build delivery method. Amtrak plans to
US: Aventura Station Nears Completion with Placement of Pedestrian Skybridge Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 17, 20220 Brightline and contractor Lemartec have topped off Aventura station in Florida with the placement of a 131-foot-long pedestrian skybridge. This is the final piece of the Aventura station’s structure and connects the station to the platform. The 68-tonne bridge was put into place onto two 41-foot-high vertical transportation towers in an hour
Over $230 Million Awarded to Modernise US Intercity Passenger Rail Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 19, 20220 The US Department of Transportation (DoT) has awarded over 233 million USD (231.02m EUR) in funding to 11 projects that will improve and modernise intercity passenger rail services across eight US states. This investment comes from the Federal-State Partnership for State of Good Repair Program (Partnership Program), which is administered by
US: Construction Begins on the Northeast Corridor’s Portal North Bridge Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 3, 20220 A groundbreaking ceremony was held on 1 August 2022 to celebrate the start of construction on the new Portal North Bridge, which will improve service, reliability and capacity for rail travel along the Northeast Corridor. The Portal Bridge is currently a 110-year old railroad swing bridge over the Hackensack River in
Arup Wins Design Contract for New York Penn Station Expansion Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 27, 20220 In partnership with NJ TRANSIT and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), Amtrak has contracted Arup to produce the preliminary designs for the expansion of New York Penn Station. The upcoming expansion project will add new tracks, platforms and concourses to New York Penn Station as part of the Gateway Project’s plan
US: Amtrak Launches First Procurement Phase for B&P Tunnel Replacement Programme Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 23, 20220 Amtrak has launched the procurement phase for the first of three major construction contracts for the B&P Tunnel Replacement Programme in Baltimore, Maryland. Amtrak has launched the procurement phase for the Southern Approach construction package. This programme aims to transform the Northeast Corridor (NEC) in West Baltimore, with almost five billion USD (4.73bn
Infrastructure Upgrades Speeding Up Train Travel Across US Northeast Corridor Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 16, 20220 Infrastructure improvements made by Amtrak have raised the speed trains can travel in parts of New Jersey. Speed upgrades will improve reliability for customers across the Northeast Corridor © Amtrak A 16-mile section of track between New Brunswick and South Brunswick has been upgraded to enable trains to travel at up to 150
Amtrak Commits to Infrastructure Improvements on Northeast Corridor Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 7, 20220 Amtrak has committed approximately 130 million USD to carry out infrastructure improvements and maintain the condition of the railroad between Washington DC and New York. Over 55 million USD of the funding will be spent this summer on projects that will reduce the likelihood of lengthy train delays and enhance the
FRA Establishes Corridor ID Program to Enhance Intercity Passenger Rail Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 17, 20220 The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has established a new Corridor Identification and Development (ID) Program to improve the US passenger rail network. The Corridor ID Program will identify projects that are ready for funding through President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to advance the development of new or
IN PICTURES: Amtrak Unveils Interiors for New Acela Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 1, 20220 The National Railroad Passenger Corporation, Amtrak, and rolling stock manufacturer Alstom have reached a milestone in the project to put new Acela trainsets into passenger service. Together they have unveiled the interiors of the fleet that will carry passengers on the Northeast Corridor (NEC), connecting New York, Washington and Boston. This
Next generation Acela trainsets take shape Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 14, 20190 USA: Alstom invited guests to its Hornell factory in New York state on June 12 to showcase the progress it is making in producing the next generation of Acela high speed trainsets for Amtrak. Amtrak says that ‘significant progress’ is being made in production of the fleet, which is expected to
Amtrak Continues New York Penn Station Renewal Works Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 3, 20190 United States – Starting this summer, Amtrak will continue its infrastructure renewal programme at Penn Station in New York. NYP Station Infrastructure Renewal Work © Amtrak As part of the works it will ensure that the JO railroad interlocking is in a good state of repair. This interlocking directs Amtrak, Long Island
Industry Insider Week 16 – 7 Must-Read Rail News Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 21, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider for 15–19 April 2019: Rolling Stock The RRX train, a Siemens Desiro HC, at InnoTrans 2018 © Railway-News RRX Train – a Siemens Mobility Desiro HC – a Success Project Partners of the RRX train, which
Amtrak Increases Acela Express Services on NEC Route Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 17, 20190 In the run-up to the new Acela Express fleet entering service on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) in 2021, Amtrak is increasing the number of services between Boston, New York and Washington, D.C. Effective as of 4 May 2019, Amtrak will run an additional trip each way between these major conurbations on