Federal Rail Safety Chief Lauds Preventive, Reactive Measures

Recently appointed Associate Administrator for Rail Safety for the FRA Jo Strang talks about the introduction of crash energy management, reducing human errors and the changing landscape of U.S. rail safety.

U.S. train accidents, derailments declined in 2005

Overall train accidents decreased 7.9%, while number of derailments declined by 8.4%.

FRA to reduce rail accidents linked to human error

Human factors account for 38% of total railroad accidents.

FRA wants railroads to update data recorders

The agency wants to ensure that critical information can survive crashes, fire and water damage.

Rutter to leave FRA for position in Texas

His new position will be as deputy executive director of the North Texas Tollway Authority.

FTA names Cohen to Manhattan recovery office

Veteran transit exec tapped to direct post-9/11 transportation project.

Colorado Railcar Manufacturing LLC

FRA awards $1 million grant to Operation Lifesaver

The safety-oriented grant enables OLI to conduct wide-ranging public education and awareness programs related to highway-rail grade crossing safety and railroad trespassing.

Colorado Railcar embarks on nationwide tour

Promoting the first diesel multiple unit (DMU) approved by the Federal Railroad Administration for mixed freight service in the U.S., Colorado Railcar is taking its vehicle on a tour of America.