11/4/2016
Rail News: Intermodal
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The SMART (Internation Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation workers) Transportation Division’s (TD) Missouri State Legislative Board released the results of a survey Nov. 2 revealing Missouri residents strongly support the addition of transportation options and more stringent safety requirements.
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Canadian Minister of Transport Marc Garneau announced a new strategy Nov. 3 aimed at improving the nation’s transportation system.
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The New York & Atlantic Railway Company (NYA) announced multiple of upper-level promotions this week, including the promotion of current vice president James P. Bonner to president, effective Nov. 4, 2016.
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The N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) announced Nov. 2 the launch of a three-month smartphone application pilot program that will allow North Carolina riders to plan their commutes and track trains in real time.
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Metrom Rail, a developer of rail safety technology, released a new, modular PTC offering Nov. 2 that the company says can be implemented without significantly affecting train throughput.
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11/2/2016
Rail News: BNSF Railway
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The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission has approved a $10,000 grant to make rail safety upgrades near a railroad crossing and track in King County, Wash.The grant was provided through the Grade Crossing Protective Fund at the request of the city of Auburn, Wash. BNSF Railway Co. owns the tracks involved in the project.The city requested $10,306 to extend safety fencing along the city's right-of-way at B Street NW to the West Main Street crossing in Auburn. Additional fencing will also be installed on the city's right-of-way on both sides of the railroad tracks at 2nd Street NW, just north of the West Main Street crossing. The track area involved has a history of four pedestrian and train incidents since 2007, including three fatalities, according to a commission press release.The fencing will be used to prevent pedestrians from walking on the track and direct them to the West Main Street crossing, which is equipped with active railroad warning devices. The upgrades must be completed by May 1, 2017. The city will provide ongoing maintenance of the fencing. Contact Progressive Railroading editorial staff. More News from 11/2/2016
The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission has approved a $10,000 grant to make rail safety upgrades near a railroad crossing and track in King County, Wash.The grant was provided through the Grade Crossing Protective Fund at the request of the city of Auburn, Wash. BNSF Railway Co. owns the tracks involved in the project.The city requested $10,306 to extend safety fencing along the city's right-of-way at B Street NW to the West Main Street crossing in Auburn. Additional fencing will also be installed on the city's right-of-way on both sides of the railroad tracks at 2nd Street NW, just north of the West Main Street crossing. The track area involved has a history of four pedestrian and train incidents since 2007, including three fatalities, according to a commission press release.The fencing will be used to prevent pedestrians from walking on the track and direct them to the West Main Street crossing, which is equipped with active railroad warning devices. The upgrades must be completed by May 1, 2017. The city will provide ongoing maintenance of the fencing. Contact Progressive Railroading editorial staff. More News from 11/2/2016
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The Association of American Railroads (AAR) awarded the 2016 Professional Environmental Excellence Award, described as the highest honor for environmental professionals in the railroad industry, to Russ McDaniel of Norfolk Southern (NS) today.
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11/2/2016
Rail News: Canadian Pacific
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KCS plans to spend $14.3 million on projects in the New Orleans subdivision.Photo – Kansas City Southern
KCS plans to spend $14.3 million on projects in the New Orleans subdivision.Photo – Kansas City Southern
Kansas City Southern (KCS) will spend $14.3 million this year on construction and improvement projects on its New Orleans subdivision.
The Class I has scheduled rail, crosstie and crossing improvements between Port Allen and Simmesport, La., and a rail project in Norco, La. The work will begin Nov. 15 and extend through late December, according to a KCS press release.
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For Immediate Release
AAR Reports Weekly Rail Traffic for October and Week Ending October 29, 2016
WASHINGTON, D.C. – November 2, 2016 – The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported weekly U.S. rail traffic, as well as volumes for October 2016.
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11/2/2016
Rail News: Canadian Pacific
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Rail News Home Canadian Pacific 11/2/2016 Rail News: Canadian Pacific
CP officials expressed disappointment at TSB Chair Kathy Fox's comments on train-crew fatigue.Photo – Canadian Pacific
CP officials expressed disappointment at TSB Chair Kathy Fox's comments on train-crew fatigue.Photo – Canadian Pacific
Canadian Pacific officials yesterday expressed disappointment with Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) Chair Kathy Fox's comments on the topic of fatigue in the rail industry, which the board addressed with its latest safety watchlist.
Earlier this week, the TSB released its annual safety watchlist, which identifies the key safety issues that the board says should be addressed in the rail, air and marine sectors. This year's list includes crew fatigue, which TSB Chair Kathy Fox said in a press release has been a factor in numerous railroad investigations, "most notably regarding freight-train operations."
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HNTB Corporation (HNTB) has hired Michael Steffen as its new senior systems project manager, specializing in positive train control.
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The Kansas City Southern Railway Company (KCSR) has announced it will invest about $14.3 million in construction on its New Orleans Subdivision before the calendar year ends.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Freight Rail Industry Honors Employees for Environmental Awareness
Norfolk Southern's Russ McDaniel Awarded 2016 Professional Environmental Excellence Award
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Nov. 2, 2016 – The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today awarded the 2016 Professional Environmental Excellence Award, which is the highest honor for environmental professionals in the railroad industry, to Russ McDaniel of Norfolk Southern.
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The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (SDMTS) has ordered 45 new S70 light-rail vehicles (LRVs) from Siemens for use along its rail system.
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The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has released this year’s safety Watchlist and announced efforts to include government and industry leaders in conversations and efforts to enhance the safety of Canada’s transportation network.