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NTSB recovers second black box from NJ Transit wreckage in Hoboken
(Source: www.nj.com, October 4, 2016) HOBOKEN, N.J. — Authorities in Washington, D.C. are analyzing the data on two more devices that were found in the train that violently crashed into the Hoboken Terminal last Thursday, officials said at a National Transportation...
Niagara Falls train station remains empty
(Source: Buffalo News, October 3, 2016) NIAGARA FALLS – The new $43 million train station continues to sit unoccupied on Main Street without its anchor tenant Amtrak, and without a retail tenant. Full story: Buffalo News
New Jersey officials strike new deal to fund road, rail projects
(Source: Reuters, October 1, 2016) NEWARK, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers and Governor Chris Christie on Friday struck a $16 billion deal to fund stalled state transportation projects for the next eight years by hiking the gasoline tax 23 cents a gallon. Full story:...
Siemens to upgrade Iran’s rail infrastructure
(Source: Reuters, October 3, 2016) TEHRAN, Iran — Germany's Siemens signed a contract to upgrade Iran's railway network on Monday, one of several deals agreed by German firms during a two-day visit to Tehran by Economy Minister Sigmar Gabriel. Full story: Reuters
Apple Maps adds more Amtrak routes
(Source: Tech Times, October 4, 2016) NEW YORK — Making use of Apple Maps when traveling by Amtrak in the United States is going to give iOS users more information about all the routes. Full story: Tech Times
Amtrak to serve local food products on New York trains
(Source: Associated Press, October 4, 2016) ALBANY, N.Y. — Riders on Amtrak trains traveling through New York can sample some of the state's own snacks and beverages. Full story: ABC News
Superior wrestles with high-speed rail
(Source: Duluth News Tribune, October 3, 2016) DULUTH, Minn. — Calling from somewhere in the middle of Lake Superior in late September, Steve Raukar had endured 50-mph winds and 14-foot waves the previous night — harrowing stuff, he said, for a nonsailor. Full story:...
How digital technology can help rail staff
(Source: Railway-Technology, October 4, 2016) LONDON — As digital technology has permeated our daily lives, its boundless potential is already leaving its mark on the world’s workforce, not least in the transport sector. Full story: Railway-Technology
Metra uses GPS and signal data to revise BNSF Line schedule
(Source: Railway Track and Structures, October 3, 2016) NEW YORK — Metra, a commuter railroad that serves the Chicago suburbs, today announced a revised schedule for its BNSF Line schedule that is set to go into effect Oct. 9. Full story: Railway Track and...
Analysts say flooding, rerouting will put a strain on KCS results in 3Q 2016
(Source: Benzinga, October 3, 2016) NEW YORK — BMO Capital sees third quarter earnings of Kansas City Southern below consensus on higher costs related to flooding disruptions and the associated rerouting expenses. The railroad operator is expected to report its third...
