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NTSB findings in Amtrak 188 crash draw widespread criticism
(Source: Trains Magazine Online, May 19, 2016) After focusing blame on the engineer of a Northeast Corridor train that took a curve too fast and derailed, killing eight passengers, the National Transportation Safety Board is now under fire from safety experts, the...
BLET calls for FRA action, two-person crews in aftermath of Amtrak derailment
(Source: Progressive Railroading, May 19, 2016) In light of the National Transportation Safety Board's (NTSB) decision earlier this week on the probable cause of Amtrak's fatal derailment in May 2015, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) has...
Tehachapi’s history tied to railroad
(Source: Tehachapi News, May 17, 2016) TEHACHAPI, Calif. — The town of Tehachapi has shared its history with the old Southern Pacific Railroad, since the construction of the railroad line through the region connected Los Angeles and the Bay Area in 1876. Full story:...
New projection in TPP report should be taken with a grain of salt
(Source: International Brotherhood of Teamsters press release, May 18, 2016) WASHINGTON, D.C. — The following is a statement from Teamsters General President James P. Hoffa about the U.S. International Trade Commission’s review of the proposed Trans-Pacific...
Metra restarts work on extending service to Kendall County
(Source: Chicago Tribune, May 19, 2016) CHICAGO — Metra officials say they'll resume work on a possible extension of the suburban Chicago commuter rail service into Kendall County after getting support from local government leaders. Full story: Chicago Tribune
Little Illinois village takes on big railroad
(Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch, May 19, 2016) BELLE RIVE, Ill. — This tiny town is home to three churches, a post office, a handful of businesses, including a feed store, and about 360 people. And it’s embarking on a David-versus-Goliath battle against Canada’s...
Japanese bullet train operator opening office in Dallas to assist Texas high-speed rail
(Source: Dallas Morning News, May 18, 2016) DALLAS — The operator of a Japanese high-speed train line plans to open a Dallas office to support a local company’s plans for a controversial bullet train connecting North Texas and Houston. Full story: Dallas Morning...
First segment of California bullet train hits another snag
(Source: San Francisco Chronicle, May 18, 2016) SACRAMENTO, Calif. — It was supposed to be the easiest section of the high-speed rail project: a 119-mile stretch in the Central Valley that would serve as the testing ground for the high-speed trains before tracks are...
Mass. Governor wants better communication with Amtrak
(Source: Boston Globe, May 19, 2016) BOSTON — Governor Charlie Baker plans to set “very aggressive protocols” with Amtrak regarding the tracks it shares with the MBTA, he said after a meeting with the train service’s chief executive Wednesday. Full story: Boston...
Feds to focus on railroads for moving spent nuclear fuel from Vermont
(Source: The Commons Brattleboro, May 19, 2016) BRATTLEBORO, Vt. — When it’s time to remove spent nuclear fuel from Vermont Yankee, it appears likely that will happen via rail — not trucks. That was the takeaway last week for local officials and for plant...
NARP statement on NTSB’s Amtrak train 188 findings
(Source: Statement by Jim Mathews, President of the National Association of Railroad Passengers (NARP), May 18, 2016) WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Transportation Safety Board's (NTSB) investigative findings on May 17, confirmed what we already suspected: that the...
Opinion: Less talk, more action on Hudson rail tunnels, before it’s too late
(Source: New York Times opinion column by Jim Dwyer, May 17, 2016) NEW YORK — At least 45 years ago, officials began making plans to add new tunnels to the two that carry trains across the Hudson River. The existing ones were built more than a century ago. On Tuesday,...
Hoffa: Changes to overtime rule will help working families
(Source: International Brotherhood of Teamsters press release, May 18, 2016) WASHINGTON, D.C. — The following is a statement from Teamsters General President James P. Hoffa about the U.S. Labor Department’s announcement of its final overtime rule that more than...
BNSF’s Fox to retire, Freeman to serve as exec VP of operations
(Source: Progressive Railroading, May 17, 2016) BNSF Railway Co. announced late last week that Greg Fox, executive vice president of operations, will retire in August after more than 30 years with the railroad. Full story: Progressive Railroading
Another day, another town hurt by trade
(Source: International Brotherhood of Teamsters press release, May 17, 2016) WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Teamsters and other pro-worker allies have often talked about how lousy trade agreement enacted over the last two decades have gutted communities as manufacturing jobs...
Following takeover bids, NS CEO looks forward
(Source: Virginia Business Magazine, May 17, 2016) NORFOLK, Va. — Norfolk Southern CEO James Squires took helm of Norfolk Southern Corp. on June 1 last year, quickly launching the development of a five-year strategic plan to improve efficiencies and reduce costs at...
Teamster pilots flying for DHL Express, Amazon vote to strike
(Source: International Brotherhood of Teamsters press release, May 17, 2016) WASHINGTON, D.C. — As Deutsche Post DHL prepares for its annual shareholder meeting in Germany this week, American pilots who fly worldwide for the logistics company announced the results of...
BNSF presents additional info about Pasco re-spray station
(Source: The Daily News, May 16, 2016) LONGVIEW, Wash. — BNSF Railway Monday said their efforts to double-up coal dust control efforts over the past year been successful and will help prevent environmental problems at the proposed Millennium Bulk Terminals coal export...
Rail freight volume staying down, UP says
(Source: Omaha World-Herald, May 18, 2016) OMAHA, Neb. — Union Pacific said Tuesday that it expects second-quarter freight volume to fall from a year earlier by a percentage that is in the low teens. Full story: Omaha World-Herald
CP and CN both on track for more layoffs
(Source: Globe and Mail, May 17, 2016) TORONTO — Canada’s two major railways are slashing expenses and eyeing more layoffs amid a slump in freight made worse by the fires in Northern Alberta. Full story: Globe and Mail
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