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Oil train regulations fail to address known risks
(Source: DeSmog Blog, January 17, 2016) NEW YORK — When it comes to the rules regarding oil trains in America, many regulations that would improve safety have yet to be written. One reason is that, despite the multiple oil train crashes resulting in massive explosions...
Oil train activists who blocked tracks declare win despite trespass convictions
(Source: Radio station KUOW, January 15, 2016) SEATTLE — Five climate change activists who blocked an oil train in Everett were convicted Friday of trespassing – but the jury gave environmentalists something to celebrate anyway. Full story: www.kuow.org
Transport Canada: Excessive fatigue at CP an ‘immediate threat’ to rail safety
(Source: CBC News, January 18, 2016) OTTAWA — Transport Canada has hit Canadian Pacific Railway with an unprecedented order demanding the company change its freight rail scheduling and fatigue-management practices on some runs in British Columbia because they pose "an...
In Ohio, CSX terminal has mostly delivered
(Source: News & Observer, January 17, 2016) RALEIGH, N.C. — Last week, CSX announced Johnston County as the home of its second regional container hub. Positioned between Selma and Micro, just west of Interstate 95, the 450-acre intermodal terminal will use large...
Technology exists to prevent deadly train crashes, so why is it taking so long to install?
(Source: Huffington Post, January 15, 2016) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Positive Train Control (PTC) can stop train-to-train collisions, prevent trains from going too fast and keep a train from moving in the wrong direction. The National Transportation Safety Board, which...
Burbank will receive $800,000 to study proposed California high-speed rail station
(Source: Los Angeles Times, January 14, 2016) LOS ANGELES — Burbank will receive $800,000 in government funds to begin planning a proposed transportation center near Bob Hope Airport that would serve high-speed trains, officials said Thursday Full story: Los Angeles...
CSX proposes to invest $150 million for intermodal terminal in Johnson County, NC
(Source: CSX press release, January 14, 2016) SELMA, N.C. — CSX today announced plans to develop a major freight rail infrastructure project in Johnston County that will spur economic development in the region and help position eastern North Carolina as a major...
Amtrak to add business-class seating to Cardinal route
(Source: Associated Press, January 14, 2016) CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Amtrak has announced it will add business-class seating to its Cardinal route. The Charleston Gazette-Mail reports the new service was announced Monday and will start Jan. 20. Full story: West Virginia...
CSX predicts lower profits in 2016
(Source: Associated Press, January 13, 2016) OMAHA, Neb. — CSX Corp. expects to deliver lower profits in 2016 as weak demand for coal and crude oil persists and the strong U.S. dollar continues to limit exports. Full story: Longview News-Journal
Remarks of NTSB Chairman Christopher A. Hart at 2016 Most Wanted List press conference
(Source: National Transportation Safety Board press release, January 13, 2016) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Good morning. I am Christopher Hart, and it is my privilege to serve as Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board. Today I am accompanied by my colleagues,...
