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Graphic from Amtrak promoting the B&P Tunnel Replacement and Frederick Douglass Tunnel project, featuring the Amtrak logo, project title and an illustration of a high-speed train near the West Baltimore MARC Station.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseMarch 17, 2026

Amtrak Announces Community Grants for Projects Near Baltimore’s New Frederick Douglass Tunnel

Amtrak will open grant applications March 23 for community projects near the Frederick Douglass Tunnel alignment in Baltimore as part of a $50 million investment tied to the B&P Tunnel Replacement Program.

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Amtrak train with logo
Newsby StaffMarch 16, 2026

Amtrak Marks Restoration of Two South Carolina Stations

The Denmark Station $2.3 million construction investment project includes a new 280-foot concrete boarding platform, built eight inches above the top of rail, for improved accessibility for passengers with disabilities and families with small children and much more.

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A view looking down the rail across the new Portal North Bridge.
Newsby Staff and News ReportsMarch 13, 2026

NJ Transit, Amtrak Prepare to Open First Track on New Portal North Bridge

The new bridge will begin carrying passenger trains on March 16, replacing a 116-year-old swing bridge that has long caused delays.

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An Amtrak Acela
Newsby StaffFebruary 26, 2026

Amtrak Sets New Course for Long-Distance Fleet Renewal

Under the plan, all long-distance routes will transition to a universal single-level fleet, replacing today’s mix of bi-level and single-level equipment.

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Newsby StaffNovember 20, 2025

California's Oceanside City Council Greenlights Next Phase of Transit Center Redevelopment Project

The Oceanside Transit Center Redevelopment Project is managed by Toll Brothers Apartment Living, which will oversee construction and property management of the site after completion.

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The California Zephyr train running during spring time.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 19, 2025

Amtrak Sets New Ridership and Revenue Records in FY25

With 34.5 million trips and $2.7 billion in ticket revenue, Amtrak reports its strongest year yet, driven by service improvements, new routes, and major capital investments.

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Newsby StaffNovember 13, 2025

Virginia Breaks Ground on Rail Projects in Alexandria

The projects, all designed to increase rail capacity for both passenger and freight services, will also enhance safety for the neighboring community.

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Five people in business attire lined up shoveling dirt.
Newsby StaffNovember 10, 2025

Amtrak Breaks Ground on Multiple Yard Modernization Projects

New maintenance facilities and other yard upgrades will support state-of-the-art Airo trains set to enter service in 2027.

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Newsby StaffOctober 10, 2025

Maryland Transit Administration Announces Expansion of MARC Train Maintenance Yard

Expanding storage capacity at the rail yard is a key component in delivering more frequent service that better serves existing, changing, and new travel markets, as outlined in the MARC Growth and Transformation Plan.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsOctober 10, 2025

Masabi Fare Collection in Kauaʻi, STV in D.C. Top Biz Briefs

Biz Briefs covers the latest supplier news in the motorcoach and public transit industries.

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