$153 Million to Improve US Intercity Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 15, 20240 The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for 153 million USD to improve the nation’s intercity passenger rail network. This funding will be issued under the Restoration and Enhancement (R&E) Grant Program. It will assist with projects that plan to: Establish service
US: CAF to Supply New Trams in Omaha, Nebraska Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 11, 20240 The Omaha Streetcar Authority has selected CAF to supply the trams for the city’s new tram network project. This contract includes the design and construction of the vehicles and related infrastructure, as well as the operation and maintenance of the system. The 5-kilometre tram network is scheduled to enter service in 2027
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
Tri-Rail Launches New Express Service to MiamiCentral Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 4, 20240 The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA) has launched a new Tri-Rail express train service from 1 July. This new service provides a seamless, one-seat ride between West Palm Beach and MiamiCentral stations. With this project, SFRTA aims to improve rail mobility in the South Florida Region The express train will depart West
Environmental Clearance for California High-Speed Rail from San Francisco to Los Angeles Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 1, 20240 The California High-Speed Rail Authority Board has cleared the final environmental milestone for its route between San Francisco and Los Angeles. This environmental document covers the Palmdale to Burbank segment of the high-speed rail connection. Beyond Los Angeles, Phase 1 of this project will also extend to Anaheim, with the Los
Maximizing Investments for Better Passenger Experience Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 27, 20240 A conversation with Gabriel J. Lopez-Bernal, President of Icomera North America. Supported by an infusion of federal funding, many rail operators across the US are tackling much-needed upgrades for end-of-life rolling stock and infrastructure. By procuring new products and technologies, agencies hope to retain passengers and improve customer satisfaction across their
Safety Matters on US Railroads Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 27, 20240 From 2-5 June the APTA Rail Conference convened in Cleveland to address the latest challenges and advancements for the US rail industry. A specific focus throughout the event explored factors to encourage more people to take the train, supporting a modal shift away from private cars. For rail to be an
Amtrak Publishes Its Latest Sustainability Report Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 21, 20240 Amtrak has released its fiscal year (FY) 2023 Sustainability report, detailing its progress towards net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2045. In FY23, the operator’s key accomplishments include replacing over a million gallons of fossil fuel with renewable diesel, integrating climate resilience and sustainability measures into capital projects, and planning to
Performance, Not Prescriptions: Enhancing Rail Investments Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 20, 20240 A conversation with Gabriel J. Lopez-Bernal, President of Icomera North America. With the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law unlocking unprecedented funding opportunities, transit operators across the United States are gearing up to address critical upgrades for aging rolling stock and infrastructure. Events like the APTA Rail Conference play a crucial role in facilitating discussions
Advance Construction to Begin on Chicago’s Red Line Extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 11, 20240 The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has announced that advance construction work is set to begin on its Red Line Extension this summer. This will include the start of utility relocation and demolition ahead of the project’s groundbreaking in late 2025. A rendering of a new station at 103rd Street © CTA The new 5.6-mile
Amtrak Completes Accessibility Upgrades at Bay Area Stations Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 7, 20240 Amtrak has invested 20.8 million USD to complete significant accessibility improvements at several Bay Area stations in Califonia. This investment will provide a more accessible and comfortable experience for all customers at the Martinez, Hayward, Fremont, and Oakland-Coliseum Stations. The improvements are part of Amtrak’s commitment to creating safer, more accessible facilities
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
MTA Modernises Metro-North’s Maintenance and Operations Hub Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 15, 20240 New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has completed a modernisation project at Metro-North Railroad’s Croton-on-Hudson hub. The successful conclusion of this multi-year upgrade project was announced by Governor Kathy Hochul. MTA officials celebrated the completion of the Harmon Yard megaproject © MTA The centrepiece of this endeavour is the newly inaugurated Harmon Shop, spanning
US: DART Commences Testing Silver Line Stadler Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 8, 20240 Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) has commenced the testing phase for its Silver Line trains, which are due to enter revenue service between late 2025 and early 2026. In collaboration with Trinity Metro, DART has secured track availability to conduct rigorous tests on the new vehicles. The Silver Line trains are operational
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
Siemens Mobility to Manufacture High-Speed Trains for Brightline West Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 2, 20240 Brightline West has selected Siemens Mobility as the preferred bidder to manufacture its high-speed trains. The contract with Siemens Mobility will include the production of ten American Pioneer 220 (AP 220) train sets to be delivered to Nevada for testing. This will pave the way for the start of the Brightline
Amtrak Highlights Plan for High-Speed Rail in Texas Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 1, 20240 Amtrak has provided an update on its plans for high-speed rail in the US, including a corridor between Dallas and Houston. In 2000, the operator introduced its Acela service, which travels at speeds of up to 150 miles per hour on select sections of the Northeast Corridor, making it the fastest
California High-Speed Rail Presents Preliminary Seating Designs Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 30, 20240 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has released preliminary interior design renderings for the seating of its future trains. The Authority states that it is considering multiple seating options for its high-speed rail passenger service. Its current designs include options for Premium, Cocoon, Compartment and Comfort arrangements. Premium A preliminary rendering of Premium seating ©
IN PICTURES: Interior Train Renderings for Brightline West Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 25, 20240 Earlier this week, Brightline West broke ground on its high-speed rail project to connect Las Vegas and Southern California by train. These images display the current vision for the interior of the future trains. Seating The renderings provide insight into how both the SMART and PREMIUM cabins may look. Brightline states that all
Brightline West Breaks Ground on High-Speed Rail Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 22, 20240 Brightline West has officially broken ground on its high-speed rail project to connect Las Vegas and Southern California. This 218-mile system will be constructed in the middle of the I-15 with zero grade crossings. It will stop in in Las Vegas, Nevada as well as Victor Valley, Hesperia and Rancho Cucamonga
Caltrain Completes Integrated Testing between San Francisco and San Jose Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 19, 20240 Caltrain’s electric trains have completed integrated testing between San Francisco and San Jose, marking an important milestone in the operator’s Electrification Project. During this process, tests were carried out on the electric trains, the overhead contact system, the grounding, the bonding and the existing infrastructure, especially in the final segment of
Amtrak Issues RFI for Zero-Emission Rail Technologies Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 17, 20240 Amtrak has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for solutions that could help transform its rail fleet with zero-emission technologies. This initiative is part of the company’s long-term goal of eliminating emissions used to power Amtrak trains. As part of Amtrak’s vision for the future, Amtrak aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas
Chicago Metra Launches $332 Million Construction Plan for 2024 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 16, 20240 Chicago’s commuter rail system, Metra, has announced a comprehensive list of construction projects planned for 2024. This programme includes major projects such as the replacement of ageing bridges on the UP North Line, as well as track, electrical and signal upgrades on the Metra Electric line. Meanwhile, the plan also includes
California High-Speed Rail Releases Train Interior Design Renderings Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 15, 20240 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has released new preliminary interior design renderings for its future train amenities. This includes a vision for the rolling stock’s café car, food service, bike storage and family areas. A rendering of the new food service area © California High Speed Rail Authority This follows an update in November
PATH Forward to Enhance Rail Network in New Jersey Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 11, 20240 The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) has launched PATH Forward: a comprehensive two-year programme to provide enhanced services and infrastructure on the PATH rail network in New Jersey. PATH Forward is a 430 million USD programme that will focus on delivering upgraded stations, enhanced reliability, and rehabilitated
LA Metro Completes Tunnelling for D Line Subway Extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 5, 20240 The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro) has completed tunnelling for the D Line Subway Extension Project. Over the last five years, this infrastructure project has added nine miles to the LA Metro D line connecting downtown LA with West LA. Mayor Bass celebrates the end of tunnelling © LA Metro Karen
Amtrak Selects Delivery Partner for Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 4, 20240 Amtrak has awarded its first ‘Delivery Partner’ contract to a team comprised of AECOM and Jacobs to support the 6 billion USD Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program. This construction management approach aims to help drive the successful execution of the project. The award follows a competitive procurement process that began in early
$2.4 Billion in CRISI Grants to Imporve US Rail Infrastructure Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 2, 20240 The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for over 2.4 billion USD in Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program grants. CRISI grants support projects to modernise America’s freight and intercity passenger rail infrastructure. This will help move people and
Caltrain Retires Diesel Trains Ahead of Electrified Service Launch Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 27, 20240 Caltrain has retired 32 diesel passenger cars ahead of the launch of its new electric fleet. Caltrain’s new electric trains will replace the retired diesel units, which are nearly 40 years old. These old units have now been shipped to Sonoma, California to be stored in Petaluma with Sonoma-Marin Area Rail
Amtrak Begins Harrisburg Line Track Renewal Project in Pennsylvania Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 20, 20240 Amtrak has begun a track maintenance project to renew the Harrisburg Line in Pennsylvania. This project will replace 1950s-era rail infrastructure to deliver greater service reliability and ride quality. It will involve a 122 million USD investment to improve the tracks between Lancaster and Harrisburg. The Philadelphia to Harrisburg Main Line is
US: Planning and Development Grants Support Intercity Passenger Rail Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 18, 20240 The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has awarded 900,000 USD to three agencies to enhance intercity passenger rail services. This funding, awarded through the Interstate Rail Compacts (IRC) Grant Program, will improve and expand passenger rail networks in the Midwest, South, and Southeast. This funding will aid SRC’s mission
Caltrain Expands Its Electric Train Testing Area Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 15, 20240 Caltrain has successfully tested its electric trains and overhead wires between Redwood City and Mountain View for the first time. This milestone enables the agency to expand its testing area ahead of the launch of its electrified service this autumn. Caltrain’s electric trains © Caltrain Between Redwood City and Mountain View, Caltrain commenced the
US: 55 Siemens LRVs Ordered for St. Louis Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 14, 20240 Siemens Mobility has been selected to deliver 55 S200 high-floor light rail vehicles (LRVs) to Metro Transit in St. Louis. This contract has been awarded by Bi-State Development, which operates Metro Transit. It will see Siemens Mobility design and manufacture 55 new hybrid battery S200 units to replace the agency’s oldest
Biden-Harris Administration Proposes $4 Billion for Key Transit Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 13, 20240 The Biden-Harris Administration has announced the availability of nearly 4 billion USD in federal support for 14 transit construction projects across the US. The recommended projects were announced by US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to be included in President Biden’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Budget Request to Congress. Spanning across 11 states,
Federal Funding to Deliver New Rail Services in Colarado Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 8, 20240 Thanks to federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, new passenger rail services are set to launch in Colorado. As part of this expansion, Governor Polis, Senate President Steve Fenberg, state legislators, and community leaders rode a demonstration train from Denver to Longmont on Thursday 7 March. This journey
Washington Metro to Present New Hitachi 8000 Series Rail Cars Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 7, 20240 At a public preview event, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro) is displaying its new 8000 series rail cars manufactured by Hitachi Rail. The new rail cars will be presented at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. on 20 March 2024. This follows Hitachi Rail’s award of a 2.2 billion
Brightline to Open New Rail Station in Stuart, Florida Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 6, 20240 Brightline has announced plans to open a new intercity rail station in the City of Stuart in Martin County, Florida. This location was chosen from a review of five proposals from private and public landowners along the Brightline/Florida East Coast Railway corridor. A Brightline train at Boca Raton station © Brightline The decision to
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
US: $631 Million in Federal Funding to Buy New Railcars Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 22, 20240 The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced 631 million USD in grants for transit agencies to buy new railcars. As part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, this funding will help improve rail safety and reliability for passengers through the purchase of American-made railcars. Alongside improving transit
Metra Orders 16 Battery-Electric Stadler Trains for Chicago Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 22, 20240 Metra has awarded a contract to Stadler to supply 16 battery-electric trains for operation in Chicago and the surrounding region. This contract marks the first competitive bid for battery trainsets in the US. The initial order is for eight, two-car multiple units. Rendering of the new Metra battery-electric train © Metra The Battery Electric
California Orders 6 Additional Stadler Hydrogen Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 16, 20240 The California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) and Caltrans have contracted Stadler to supply six additional hydrogen trains. This exercises a contract option under an agreement signed in October 2023 for 4 initial units. The newly ordered vehicles will thus expand the fleet to ten hydrogen trains. The Stadler FLIRT H2 for California ©
Norfolk Southern Completes $1 Billion in Infrastructure Upgrades Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 13, 20240 US freight railroad company, Norfolk Southern has completed 1 billion USD in infrastructure upgrades throughout 2023. The improvements were made across the company’s 22-state network to support its commitment to delivering a safe, reliable and resilient service. A Norfolk Southern intermodal train crossing the Tennessee River into Chattanooga, Tennessee. © Norfolk Southern /
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
AECOM Partners with Key Clients to Deliver Major US Rail Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 9, 20240 AECOM has secured funding for a slew of major rail projects across the US from the Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grant Program. The program has pledged roughly 16.4 billion USD in funding for a number of critical rail infrastructure works along the United State’s Northeast Corridor, as well as
US: Amtrak Plans to Double Ridership by 2040 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 2, 20240 Amtrak has announced plans to advance several key initiatives throughout 2024 as part of its goal to double annual ridership to 66 million passengers by 2040. This will include historic infrastructure investments that will enable new and expanded services, enhanced safety and reliability, improved accessibility and a greater customer experience, alongside
Valley Metro Light Rail Extension Opens in Phoenix Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 1, 20240 Federal, state and local leaders recently gathered to celebrate the inauguration of the Northwest Phase II extension of light rail in Phoenix. The opening, which was attended by over 2,000 people, celebrates just one of a series of recent achievements for Valley Metro and the local community, including the fist elevated
Freight Rail Lines to Be Upgraded in California Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 30, 20240 The US Department of Transportation has announced the provision of a 31.4 million USD loan to upgrade key freight rail lines in California. The Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing (RRIF) loan is being provided by the Build America Bureau for the Sierra Northern Railway (SNR) and Mendocino Railway (MRY) to expand
$2.5 Billion in Private Activity Bonds Approved for Brightline West Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 25, 20240 The US Department of Transportation (DOT) has approved the allocation of 2.5 billion USD in private activity bonds for the Brightline West High-Speed Intercity Passenger Rail project that will connect Las Vegas and Southern California. The 218-mile, high-speed rail line will primarily run along the I-15 median with trains travelling at
New York’s Interborough Express Project Moves Forward Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 18, 20240 Under Governor Kathy Hochul’s direction, New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is set to initiate engineering work for the Interborough Express (IBX). This new light rail service in Brooklyn and Queens will use the existing freight rail line from Bay Ridge to Jackson Heights. This route will connect ethnically and socioeconomically
US: BART’s Fleet of the Future Set to Deliver Under Budget Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20240 Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) has announced that its Fleet of the Future project will be delivered millions of USD under budget. The project has been able to save approximately 394 million USD due to a tight, revised schedule, as well as an accelerated monthly delivery rate of new rail units. The
US: Caltrain Electric Trains Complete Testing Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 11, 20240 Caltrain has finalised testing for three new electric trains, with each of the new units having completed a thousand miles of testing along the Californian line. The three trains, which form part of a set of 23, have passed the line’s 1,000-mile testing process to meet various safety and quality standards,
Network Rail Consulting to Support California High-Speed Rail Construction Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 10, 20240 UK consultancy company, Network Rail Consulting has been awarded a 73.2 million USD contract to provide systems engineering services for California’s High-Speed Rail Program. This project will see trains operating at 200 mph between Los Angeles and San Francisco, as well as later connections to Sacramento and San Diego. The California High-Speed
Tri-Rail Services Extend to MiamiCentral from 13 January Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 9, 20240 The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA) has announced that Tri-Rail services will extend to MiamiCentral Station from Saturday 13 January, marking the completion of the Downtown Miami Link Project (DTML). This is a result of a multi-year, coordinated effort to provide passenger rail service between the South Florida Rail Corridor
San Francisco’s Muni Metro to Undergo Train Control Upgrade Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 5, 20240 The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) has announced plans to modernise the train control system for the city’s Muni Metro network. This project will see the service’s current Automatic Train Control System (ATCS) replaced with a state-of-the-art Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) system to help deliver faster, more reliable services. Muni Metro,
Amtrak Seeks Public Ideas for Chicago Union Station Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 4, 20240 Amtrak is calling on the public to contribute their ideas for the improvement of Chicago Union Station. As part of the Government of Illinois’ Chicago Hub Improvement Program, Amtrak is reimagining the Concourse at Chicago Union Station. This will include improvements to the boarding process, modernised amenities, and new services. To commence the
Amtrak Issues RFP for New Long Distance Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 2, 20240 Amtrak has issued a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) to railcar manufacturers to replace its existing Long Distance fleet. This multi-billion-dollar procurement process marks the next major milestone in transforming long-distance train services across the US. It is made possible thanks to funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Congress. Amtrak
DAMM Australia and Zetron Partner to Integrate Mission Critical Communication Systems Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 26, 20190 For more information, visit the Zetron (#73) and DAMM Australia (#71) booths at Comms Connect 2019 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on November 27th and 28th. About Zetron, Inc. Zetron has been designing and manufacturing integrated mission critical communications systems since 1980. Its offerings include NG9-1-1 call taking, CAD, mapping,
Salini Impregilo to Deliver Vestfold Line Upgrade Works Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 10, 20190 Engineering company Salini Impregilo says it has won its first project in Norway. The contract with Bane NOR is for upgrade works to a 13.6km stretch of railway line between the villages of Nykirke and Barkaker on the Vestfold Line, which connects Drammen with Skien via Tønsberg. The contract is
Harsco Rail Unveils New TX16 Tamper at Railway Interchange 2019 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 2, 20190 About Harsco Corporation Harsco Corporation is a global market leader providing environmental solutions for industrial and specialty waste streams, and innovative technologies for the rail sector. Based in Camp Hill, PA, the 11,000-employee company operates in more than 30 countries. Harsco’s common stock is a component of the S&P SmallCap 600
Official Kick-Off for Robel North America Corporation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 27, 20190 Robel machines are working on the railroad tracks of around 100 countries worldwide. Now the time has come for the next step on the company’s path to strategic internationalisation. Robel is establishing close proximity to the market and the customer by setting up a separate company in North America. At the
Industry Focus: AQSEPTENCE GROUP Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 27, 20190 RN: In 2017 then chief executive of Network Rail (UK) Mark Carne said to The Guardian newspaper that he had secured a pledge from the government that toilets on trains allowing raw sewage to be dumped on to the tracks were to be phased out by 2019 in favour of
Ground-Breaking for Dallas Area Rapid Transit Silver Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 25, 20190 Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) and local dignitaries broke ground on the Silver Line on 19 September. This new 26-mile regional railway line will connect Plano to Dallas Forth Worth International Airport. Events to mark the ground-breaking took place in five cities – Addison, Plano, Dallas, Carrollton and Richardson, as well
The Future of Rail Freight Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 24, 20190 Speaking about his own role at the AAR, Ian Jefferies had a positive view: “I am privileged to help lead this industry as the President and CEO of the Association of American Railroads (AAR). What’s particularly exciting to me is not just what freight rail has achieved throughout our nation’s history, but
The Policy Update North America Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 24, 20190 Canada, Vancouver In January 2019 the Canadian Transportation Agency opened an investigation into whether BNSF, CN and CP breached their level of obligations in the Vancouver, BC, area between October 2018 and January 2019. It has found that neither BNSF nor Canadian Pacific breached their level of obligations, but that Canadian
MBTA Orders 80 Commuter Rail Double-Decker Coaches Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 24, 20190 Phase 1: Double-Decker Coaches from Hyundai-Rotem The 80 new double-decker coaches are to replace single-decker coaches. This approach is an effective way of adding capacity (without, for example, having to lengthen platforms or reduce train headways). Hyundai-Rotem will fit these coaches with additional features such as LED lighting and positive train
Harsco Rail Secures Major Rail Equipment Order in Germany Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 18, 20190 About Harsco Rail Harsco Rail, a worldwide operating segment of Harsco Corporation, is a technological and innovative global supplier of railway track maintenance products and services. Harsco Rail provides expert engineering, vehicles and equipment, innovative technology, safety technology, dedicated parts and services, contracting services and quality maintenance from nine main locations
ROBEL. Whatever The Task. Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 10, 20190 Competent & Certified: The Service One-Stop Shop Robel service delivers support across the full range of small and large railway construction machines with the key European workshop approvals from Germany, France, the UK and Scandinavia. The performance includes training, supply of spare parts, machine fault repair, full maintenance servicing schedule, retrofit
PowerRail Awarded Major Contract with New Jersey Transit Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 3, 20190 PowerRail, Inc., a certified AAR M-1003 Quality Company, was recently awarded a multi-year $1.9M contract with New Jersey Transit to manufacture new Passenger Car Class F Journal Adapter Boxes. Paul Foster, President and CEO of PowerRail, stated: “This is a fabulous opportunity for PowerRail, and our bearings and journal box facility, Cooper
Industry Insider Week 33 – 9 Must-Read Rail News Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 19, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider Week 33 for 12–16 August 2019: Russia’s Busiest Airport to Get New Railway Line | Infrastructure Russia’s busiest airport, Sheremetyevo International Airport, is to get a new railway line. The airport is located
First New Train for Boston’s Orange Line Enters Service metro Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 15, 20190 United States: the first new six-car train for Boston’s Orange Line entered service at Wellington Station on 14 August 2019. These six cars are the first of 152 cars that are on order for the line. They are to replace the entire current fleet, which consists of 120 cars. Once
LED Bulbs – Are They Worth the Investment? Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 14, 20190 As we all know, there is no shortage of lightbulbs on and in a locomotive. With multiple applications that require a luminary, whether it be headlights on the outside, cab-lighting within, or even safety switches, the sizes and options seem to be endless. And let’s not forget the technology that
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
Amtrak: New Nonstop Service Between Washington, D.C. and New York City Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 30, 20190 Washington: Amtrak announces the roll-out of its new Acela Nonstop service. The new direct service will run between Washington Union Station (WAS) and New York Penn Station (NYP). Services will begin on the 23 September 2019. Amtrak Acela train © Ryan Stavely under license Acela Nonstop Service Tickets for the new direct service are
FreightCar America Announces Roanoke Facility Closure Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 30, 20190 United States: On 22 July 2019, FreightCar America Inc. announced that its Roanoke, Virginia, manufacturing facility is closing. The company is closing the facility in order to continue its progress towards its long-term cost and footprint reduction strategies. FreightCar America will save around 5 million USD (4.02 million GBP / 4.49
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
Register Now for the 3rd ASEAN Rail Summit Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 24, 20190 Malaysia: As the fastest-growing region in the global economy, Southeast Asia emerging economies have attracted worldwide attention. It is estimated that by 2020, ASEAN is expected to become the fifth-largest economy in the world. As one of the important countries in ASEAN, China has always maintained close cooperation and exchanges.
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
‘S160’ named in honour of D-Day heroes Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 16, 20190 EX-United States Army Transport Corps ‘S160’ 2-8-0 No. 2253 has been named Omaha in honour of the British and Allied servicemen that took part in the D-Day landings 75 years ago. The Baldwin-built locomotive is currently in the final stages of overhaul at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and received its new
Uber Transit Gives Denver Residents Integrated Mobility Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 10, 20190 The Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Denver has partnered with Uber and software developer Masabi to create Uber Transit, allowing passengers in the US city to use the Uber app to plan, book and pay for end-to-end transportation, including public transit. Uber Transit in Denver gives passengers integrated ticketing © RTD What
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;
Genesee & Wyoming to be acquired in US$8·4bn deal Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 1, 20190 INTERNATIONAL: A consortium of Brookfield Infrastructure, GIC and Brookfield’s institutional partners have agreed to acquire short line group Genesee & Wyoming Inc in a US$8·4bn transaction. The consortium would pay US$112 per share in cash, with G&W becoming a privately held company. ‘We believe this transaction is an excellent outcome for all
Dallas Light Rail Gets 60 Million Grant from FTA for Platform Extensions Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 1, 20190 United States: Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) will receive a grant of 60.76 million USD (53.67 million euros) from the US Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA). These funds will go towards lengthening the platforms of the Red and Blue Lines. This will allow DART to run three-car trains
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
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 23 – 13 Must-Read Rail Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 10, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider Week 23 for 3–7 June 2019: Eurodual six-axle locomotive © Stadler Rolling Stock FLIRT train for Dallas, Texas © Stadler Stadler to Deliver 8 FLIRT Trains to Texas Swiss train manufacturer Stadler has entered into a
US Supreme Court Rules against the AAR Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 4, 20190 In a battle that formally began in the courts in 2011 but that has its roots in the 2008 Passenger Railroad Investment and Improvement Act, the US Supreme Court has sided with Amtrak and against the Association of American Railroads (AAR). Amtrak train © Jerry Huddleston under licence The AAR was seeking
Stadler to Deliver 8 FLIRT Trains to Texas Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 3, 20190 FLIRT train for Dallas, Texas © Stadler DART-Stadler Contract DART has selected Stadler to build and assemble eight FLIRT trains. These FLIRT trains will be diesel multiple units. This aspect of the contract is worth 119 million USD. DART has also commissioned the company to design an equipment maintenance facility (EMF) for
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
Denver Commuter Line Celebrates 20 Million Passengers Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 3, 20190 Union Station, Denver © The Regional Transportation District Ridership Appreciation Event In response to this milestone, which exceeds expectations, the RTD, DTP and Northeast Transportation Connections will provide coffee and light refreshments at Central Park Station on Friday morning between 6am and 9am to show appreciation to all the commuters who have
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
MBTA Overhauls 27 Additional F40 Locomotives Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 2, 20190 The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) will overhaul a further 27 F40 commuter rail locomotives. Overhaul of F40 Locomotive © MBTA The Fiscal and Management Control Board of MBTA voted in favour of a contract option that would see an additional 27 F40 commuter rail locomotives overhauled. MBTA has an existing contract
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
10 Must-Read Rail News Stories – Industry Insider Week 13 metro Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 1, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider […] The post 10 Must-Read Rail News Stories – Industry Insider Week 13 appeared first on Railway News. https://railway-news.com/industry-insider-week-13-2019/
Stadler Wins First Metro Contract in the US: 127 Trains for Atlanta metro Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 29, 20190 The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) has given the contract for 127 two-car metro trains to Stadler. The […] The post Stadler Wins First Metro Contract in the US: 127 Trains for Atlanta appeared first on Railway News. https://railway-news.com/stadler-metro-contract-us-127-trains-atlanta/