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Newsby StaffJanuary 2, 2019

TEXRail celebrates inaugural ride

Officials are worried, however, the the federal government shutdown will keep train from a full launch this weekend.

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Newsby StaffDecember 18, 2018

NJ TRANSIT reaches major PTC milestone

The achievement means agency can apply for an alternative schedule to have PTC fully operational by the end of 2020.

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Newsby StaffNovember 26, 2018

Rail systems continue to make progress on PTC implementation

Safety tech is in operation on 71% of freight railroads’ required route miles, and 26% of passenger railroads’ required route miles.

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Newsby StaffNovember 26, 2018

FRA issues Final Rule for high-speed rail operations

The rule paves the way for U.S. high-speed passenger trains to safely travel as fast as 220 miles per hour.

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Newsby StaffOctober 4, 2018

U.S. DOT releases multimodal guidance for on-road automated vehicles

AV 3.0 incorporates the results of extensive stakeholder engagement to provide updated voluntary guidance and policy considerations for a range of industry sectors.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 12, 2018

FRA makes $46M available for PTC work

The NOFO represents the balance of the $250 million Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Program funds available. 

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Newsby StaffAugust 27, 2018

FRA awards $203M for positive train control

Expects to issue a second NOFO soliciting applications for PTC systems deployment projects based on the balance of the $250M.

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Newsby StaffAugust 8, 2018

FRA issues $1.26M for rail capital projects

Factors considered included supporting economic vitality; leveraging federal funding; and using innovative ways to improve safety.

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Newsby StaffJuly 23, 2018

Denver's RTD gets Fed approval for next phase of G Line testing

Testing will soon simulate the full daily service schedule of nearly 21 consecutive hours each day.

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Newsby StaffJuly 19, 2018

FRA makes $318M available for capital projects

Will assist in funding projects that improve intercity passenger and freight rail transportation safety, efficiency, and reliability.

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