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Kudos to the Federal Railroad Administration for strengthening America's passenger rail system as it announced $8.2B in BIL grants for high-speed rail and rail passenger projects, including 10 ready-to-start projects in 9 states and 69 corridors across 44 states identified for future development! https://buff.ly/46Ru3zs

83% of Americans believe we should shift more trips to public transit, passenger and freight rail to reduce greenhouse gas emissions https://buff.ly/3ME3BAI

Watch: CBS Mornings recent story on the success of GoBrightline's Miami-Orlando passenger rail service

Watch: Brightline on CBS Mornings - Railway Age CBS Mornings correspondent Kris Van Cleave produced an excellent report on the prospects for high-speed rail in the United States, focusing on Brightline’s successful Miami-Orlando service, which offers 125-mph operations on a

Wabtec Corporation unveils its first production battery heavy-haul locomotive

Wabtec unveils first production FLXdrive battery heavy-haul locomotive - Trains ERIE, Pa. —Wabtec and Australian mining firm Roy Hill have unveiled world’s first 100% battery-powered, heavy-haul locomotive for mainline service in ceremonies today (Oct. 31, 2023) at Wabtec’s Erie manufacturing facility. The FLXdrive locomotive contains 72 lithium-ion modular battery packs ...

See a summary of Amtrak's 12 Northeast Corridor infrastructure projects made possible through federal funding

Amtrak Awarded Federal Funds for 12 Projects of National Significance Totaling Nearly $10B Across America’s Busiest Rail Corridor Amtrak has been awarded nearly $10 billion in Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) funding to modernize the Northeast Corridor.

The Federal Railroad Administration is soliciting proposals for research to improve the safety and efficiency of U.S. freight and passenger rail operations, inviting industry and academia to collaborate on applied research https://buff.ly/3uAz8hX

86% of Americans consider freight railroads important to the U.S. economy https://buff.ly/3CK3sFl

The U.S. is having a rail travel renaissance https://buff.ly/40Wk6iR

The Rail Passengers Association is launching a new magazine, American Rail - read about the publication:

Rail Passengers Introduces American Rail Magazine | Rail Passengers Association | Washington, DC Washington, DC – Rail Passengers Association, the leading advocacy organization for passengers in the United States, is thrilled to announce plans to launch a captivating new magazine, “American Rail,” dedicated to exploring the rich possibilities of passenger rail travel in the United States ...

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is seeking stakeholder input for its strategic research plan to help make public transit safer, cleaner, greener, more resilient, and more equitable. More info: https://buff.ly/3sVqIl2

New J.B. Hunt-BNSF service seeks to convert just-in-time shipments to intermodal https://buff.ly/3MDWn13

BNSF is part of the supply chain to transport renewable fuels, an environmentally-friendly alternative to fossil fuels

BNSF helping to fuel a sustainable tomorrow Used restaurant cooking oil, tallow and municipal solid waste might not be what most consider the next “big thing” given their “eww” factor, but these raw materials are gaining new respect as a solution to meeting the world’s needs for sustainable energy. That’s because they’re conside...

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours from the OneRail Coalition!

Administration Officials, State Governors and Elected Officials recently joined Amtrak executives and others to mark the start of New York Construction on Hudson Tunnel Project

Majority Leader Schumer, Secretary Buttigieg, Governors Hochul and Murphy, Senator Gillibrand, Infrastructure Coordinator Landrieu, Other Officials Join Amtrak and Gateway Commission Leaders to Mark Start of New York Construction on Hudson Tunnel... Work on Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project Beginning on Both Sides of Hudson River NEW YORK – Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer, U.S. Department of

Federal Maritime Administration grant boosts Port of Long Beach rail yard improvement project

Federal grant boosts Port of Long Beach rail yard improvement project - Trains LONG BEACH, Calif. — The Port of Long Beach has received a $52.6 million federal grant for its ongoing project to improve its Pier B railyard, which is reconfiguring the 171-acre yard to improve cargo flow, ease road congestion, and decrease air pollution. The Long Beach Press-Telegram reports off...

The CPKC Holiday Train runs today through Dec. 19 for its 25th year supporting food banks in the U.S. and Canada, raising money and awareness for food insecurity issues https://buff.ly/3S6Mb4p

Our survey found that 7 out of 10 Americans view public transit and passenger rail favorably after the pandemic https://buff.ly/3Hp8ZEU

Congratulations to Railway Age Magazine's 2023 Women in Rail, including several OneRail Coalition member companies - see the honorees starting on page 12

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California awards millions to boost clean transit, including a pilot program with Metrolink providing free passes for secondary, college and university students to expand ridership

California awards millions to clean transit programs The California Department of Transportation has awarded more than $190 million to 136 public transportation projects in the state that aim to cut pollution and create more affordable transportation…

The U.S. Department of Transportation's newly-announced Federal-State Partnership Northeast Corridor grants will provide $16.4 billion for 25 passenger rail projects in 8 states. Details from the Federal Railroad Administration: https://buff.ly/47bgE6l

- Read our statement on the death of former U.S. Deputy Secretary of Transportation and OneRail member, Mort Downey: https://buff.ly/47qUZXv

See how freight railroads are reducing locomotive emissions to reduce greenhouse gases https://buff.ly/38AORm9 via Association of American Railroads

Wabtec Corporation to Provide Brakes and Couplers for 640 New York City Metro System Train Cars

Wabtec to Provide Brakes and Couplers for 640 New York City Metro System Train Cars PITTSBURGH, Oct. 23, 2023 -- Wabtec Corporation (NYSE: WAB) will provide brakes and couplers for 640 MTA New York City Transit (NYCT) train cars via its client Kawasaki Rail Car, Inc. The multi-million-dollar order for service-proven equipment provides seamless interoperability with other subway fle...

New U.S. Department of Transportation Partnership with Kansas City, MO includes funding for projects including rail line from downtown to KC Airport, streetcar extension

USDOT partners with Kansas City for future infrastructure projects U.S. Department of Transportation announced a partnership to enhance delivery and finance infrastructure improvements in Kansas City, Missouri.

The OneRail Coalition is deeply saddened by the death of former U.S. Deputy Secretary of Transportation and OneRail member, Mort Downey. Read our statement: https://buff.ly/47qUZXv

Ever want to hitch your private railcar to an Amtrak train? Here's how

If You've Ever Wanted To Hitch Your Own Private Train Car To An Amtrak, Here's How Have you ever dreamed of riding in your own private train via an Amtrak route? Well, we're here to share how to make this a reality.

Recently, over 1,500 local government leaders from across the country sent a letter to Capitol Hill asking policymakers to oppose any increases in truck size or weight, including heavier single-trailer trucks: https://buff.ly/3QgvAsx

Our survey found that 83% of Americans support moving more freight and passengers by rail to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, showing increased environmental awareness. Rail is the eco-friendly alternative.

"Laser train" zips through the Hudson Valley - what does it do?

"Laser Train" Zips Through Hudson Valley; What Does it Really Do? Metro-North has unveiled a new retro-inspired train that's got a few wild tricks up its sleeve.

Watch this video showing how the production of Amtrak's Airo trains is stimulating the nationwide economy https://buff.ly/3tTjjmr

Mineta Transportation Institute study says expanding high-speed rail could create thousands of jobs, slash greenhouse gas emissions

High hopes for US high-speed rail Only 50 miles of high-speed track currently exist in the U.S., but an expansion could create thousands of jobs and slash greenhouse gas emissions, says a Mineta Transportation Institute study.

BART, MARTA and Sound Transit are among the latest recipients of USDOT Regional Infrastructure Accelerator grants https://buff.ly/49hDQ4k

Short line Spotlight: Bighorn Divide and Wyoming Railroad uses first-ever federal grant to climb aboard the sustainability train

Wyoming short line gains first-ever federal grant to climb aboard the sustainability train - RailPrime | ProgressiveRailroading Like many other railroads, the Bighorn Divide and Wyoming Railroad (BDW) is seeking to reduce the greenhouse gases emitted by its locomotives. 

Handled with care: Watch how Union Pacific Railroad transported 10 NASA rocket motors from Utah to Florida, working with Norfolk Southern and Florida East Coast Railway

Union Pacific's Historic Role in Artemis II Mission In a fusion of steel and stars, Union Pacific recently found itself on a one-of-a-kind voyage, serving a unique customer. We teamed up with Norfolk Southern ...

FTA announces the availability of approximately $197 million of Fiscal Year 2024 funds for Rail Vehicle Replacement Grant Program - grants close December 18 https://buff.ly/3M5aHPQ

Herndon Reload Co., a wood processing and reload facility in PA, has used its rail-friendly location to grow its business

Strong Build, Smart Storage Herndon Reload's Success Story. Discover how Herndon Reload Co. quietly built a thriving business in Pennsylvania's Amish Country.

Gateway Tunnel Project begins construction, linking New York and New Jersey and doubling rail capacity

Gateway Tunnel Project begins construction, linking New York City and New Jersey NEW YORK (PIX11) — It has been talked about for decades and the shovels are finally ready.   The first phase of the Gateway Tunnel project begins next week on the New York and New J…

Fuel efficient rail: See the annual carbon emissions savings from diverting just 10% of trailer truck traffic to rail over 10 years https://buff.ly/46x2KLs via Association of American Railroads