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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 16, 2022

Metrolink Advances Earthquake Early Warning Technology

The new technology automatically applies the brakes for safe and rapid slowing or stopping of trains in the event of an earthquake.

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NewsMay 18, 2022

Southern California's Metrolink Names New Chief Safety, Security & Compliance Officer

Frank Castellon brings more than 17 years of transit and systems safety experience.

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NewsApril 14, 2022

Metrolink First Rail Agency to Use Renewable Fuel in Entire Fleet

Metrolink began powering 100% of all its locomotives with renewable fuel in February.

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NewsMarch 23, 2022

Metrolink Adds 26 Trains to its Schedule

The service update also makes four Amtrak Pacific Surfliner trains available to all Metrolink ticketholders, which adds Saturday and Sunday service on the Ventura County Line.

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NewsFebruary 25, 2022

Metrolink Announces New Executive Leadership Team Appointments

The appointments follow Darren Kettle’s selection as CEO of the region’s passenger rail service in September 2021.

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NewsNovember 2, 2021

Metrolink Teams with Moovit to Improve Commuter Experience

Moovit users receive current information so they know exactly when their bus or train is arriving, a Live Directions feature with Get Off Alerts to provide step-by-step guidance for the entire journey, and Service Alerts so they can avoid delays and better-plan their journey.

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NewsSeptember 10, 2021

Metrolink Teams to Pilot Earthquake Early Warning System to Enhance Rail Safety

The Earthquake Early Warning System uses data from the USGS-operated ShakeAlert® to notify Metrolink’s PTC system that an earthquake has occurred.

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NewsJuly 26, 2021

Metrolink Names Kettle CEO

He is currently the executive director of the Ventura County Transportation Commission, one of the five regional transportation agencies that comprise the joint powers authority that governs Metrolink.

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NewsJune 9, 2021

Metrolink Launches Multi-Platform Rail Safety Ad Campaign

The advertising is complemented with community outreach and direct intervention resources through a partnership with the Didi Hirsch Suicide Prevention Center.

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NewsApril 12, 2021

Metrolink Receives FRA Grant for Suicide Prevention Campaign

The 12-month campaign will address the issue of suicides along the system through training, public engagement, and awareness.

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