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Teamwork resulted in rescue of BNSF train crew
(Source: Hagadone News Network, January 11, 2020) MOYIE SPRINGS — In a time of crisis, the quick actions of first responders is crucial, but the combined teamwork of multiple agencies can make the difference that results in a positive outcome. Full story: Bonner...
After a half century, Amtrak may finally make money
(Source: Business Traveller, January 13, 2020) LONDON — US passenger railroad company Amtrak is poised to post a profit for the first time in its 50-year history. Fox Business reports that while the firm posted a $29.8 million operating loss in 2019, the quasi-public...
Fewer visual track inspections by BNSF means rail safety “Russian roulette,” union says
(Source: www.inforum.com, January 12, 2020) FARGO, N.D. — A union claims that a test of automated track inspection techniques on BNSF Railway ultimately will mean fewer visual checks of lines in North Dakota and Minnesota, setting up "a game of Russian roulette with...
BNSF in solid position as 25th anniversary nears
(Source: Progressive Railroading January 2020 issue, January 13, 2020) On the day summer turns to fall later this year, BNSF Railway Co. will mark its 25th anniversary. The Burlington Northern Railroad Co. (BN) and Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Co. (SF) merged...
FRA delays implementation of training for safety-related railroad workers
(Source: Safety and Health Magazine, January 10, 2020) WASHINGTON, D.C. — In response to a petition for rulemaking, the Federal Railroad Administration is delaying by 16 months the implementation dates of its Training, Qualification, and Oversight for Safety-Related...
Court rules FELA claims don’t preempt FRSA claims in engineer’s lawsuit against Norfolk Southern
(Source: Legal Newsline, January 10, 2020) ATLANTA — On Dec. 23, the Supreme Court of Georgia ruled that Federal Railroad Safety Act claims don’t cancel out the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) in a lawsuit against Norfolk Southern Railway. Full story: Legal...
Amtrak crosses new Genesee arch bridge at Letchworth for first time
(Source: Rochester First, January 10, 2020) CASTILE, N.Y. — It was history at the Letchworth State Park on January 9 as an Amtrak engine crossed over the new Genesee arch bridge for the first time ever. The locomotive was heading to Hornell’s Alstom plant. It’s at...
Work on Kootenai River derailment shifts from containment to clean up
(Source: Bonners Ferry Herald, January 9, 2020) MOYIE SPRINGS — A multi-agency response has been in full effect with regard to containment and clean up of hazardous materials as a result of the Jan. 1 BNSF Railway train derailment due to a rockslide. Full story:...
N.J. Gov. Murphy signs legislation requiring removal of obstructive vegetation near railroad crossings
(Source: Insider NJ, January 9, 2020) TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy today signed legislation that will require railroad operators to remove obstructive vegetation near railroad crossings. The bill (S3425) aims to increase safety for passenger trains and...
Canadian National secures contract for hauling sulfuric acid
(Source: Canadian National Railway press release, January 9, 2020) MONTREAL — CN and NorFalco Sales, a division of Glencore Canada Corporation, announced they have signed a new multi-year agreement that will provide freight transportation of sulfuric acid from...
