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September 2, 2021 | Main line

Amtrak’s plan to connect US

50 years since Amtrak was founded, the United States’ federally owned passenger operator is arguably at the most exciting juncture in its history. William Flynn, Amtrak president and CEO, presents the company’s ambitious plans for growth and development to Kevin Smith.

September 1, 2021 | Financial

Canada allocates $C 100m for rail safety

The funding to improve rail safety in Canada will be provided over five years.

September 1, 2021 | Central/South America

Surface Transport Board rejects planned CN/KCS merger

Canadian National is evaluating its options; Canadian Pacific urges its own offer to be accepted.

September 1, 2021 | Fleet

Battery-hybrid LRVs enter traffic in Charlotte

US-built hybrid LRVs enter revenue service in Charlotte as new line opens.

August 30, 2021 | Main line

Mayan Train line to circumvent San Francisco de Campeche

The new Mexican line will not run through the centre of San Francisco de Campeche after residents objected.

August 21, 2021 | Infrastructure

Approval granted for 128.7km section of California high-speed line

The Bakersfield - Palmdale section will close a long-existing gap in the Californian passenger network.

August 19, 2021 | Financial

The Andersons sells railcar leasing business for $US 550m

The US company plans to sell remaining railcar repair business and exit the rail industry.

August 18, 2021 | Financial

Class 1 railways respond to STB over intermodal concerns

Increased demand as global economic recovery a factor in American intermodal congestion.

August 11, 2021 | Financial

CP comes back with revised offer for KCS

The news comes as STB confirms date for voting trust decision on CN proposal to purchase the Class 1.

August 10, 2021 | North America

Brightline to restart its Florida trains in November

Covid-19 forced suspension of all services between Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach in March 2020.

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