Next generation interlocking development programme launched 26 Jun 2018 FRANCE: Infrastructure manager SNCF Réseau has launched the Argos ‘innovation partnership’ project to design its next generation of computer-controlled interlockings. The project which formally began on June 20 has three objectives: a 15% decrease in the cost of procurement, maintenance and future modernisation; reducing the cost,…
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(Adds details on train cargo and destination) June 25 (Reuters) - BNSF Railway Co on Monday said it could resume service Tuesday on a stretch of northwestern Iowa track damaged when a train left the track and crude oil spilled from derailed cars. The crude oil train derailed near Doon, Iowa, on Friday sending 32…
Rail News Home Federal Legislation & Regulation 6/25/2018 Rail News: Federal Legislation & Regulation CN, CP to help fund Vancouver port infrastructure work The projects are aimed at improving port and rail infrastructure. Photo – Port of Vancouver's Facebook Canada's Minister of Transport Marc Garneau announced late last week the government would invest CA$167 million…
The MR-63 units have been gradually phased out of service as STM takes delivery of new Azur cars. Photo – STM The Societe de transport de Montreal (STM) last week marked the final day of service for its original MR-63 train. The train's builders took their last ride aboard the train on the Blue Line…
UK railway test circuit proposed 25 Jun 2018 UK: Proposals for the development of a ‘world-leading’ railway testing facility in Wales are to be set out by Welsh government Transport Secretary Ken Skates on June 25. The proposed test centre would have two electrified test ovals of 7·3 km and 3·1 km suitable for continuous running at…
The first units will be delivered in early 2019. Photo – GE Transportation Kansas City Southern will acquire 50 new locomotives from GE Transportation for the railroad's subsidiaries in the United States and Mexico, the companies announced today.The first units are expected to be delivered in early 2019. The agreement includes digital solutions to help…
Irish DMU transmission replacement expected to save fuel 20 Jun 2018 IRELAND: Iarnród Éireann has awarded Rolls-Royce a contract to rebuild the three MTU PowerPacks fitted to a Class 22000 diesel multiple-unit with ZF’s EcoWorld transmissions, which are designed to be more efficient and quieter in operation. This is expected to bring a 19% reduction…
The railroad evaluated the companies' applications based on technical quality, financial capabilities and any potential conflicts of interest. Photo – viarail.ca VIA Rail Canada Inc. earlier this week unveiled a list of four companies chosen to participate in a request for proposals (RFP) to replace the railroad's rolling stock along the Quebec City-Windsor corridor.The qualified…
Rail News Home Federal Legislation & Regulation 6/20/2018 Rail News: Federal Legislation & Regulation Denver RTD contractor to begin removing flaggers at A Line crossings RTD's University of Colorado A Line operates between Denver Union Station and Denver International Airport. Photo – Shutterstock The Regional Transportation District of Denver (RTD) has received approval from the…
Rail News Home Federal Legislation & Regulation 6/20/2018 Rail News: Federal Legislation & Regulation Retailers concerned about impact of escalating trade war President Trump said his administration is prepared to impose tariffs on another $200 billion worth of Chinese goods. Photo – President Trump's Twitter The National Retail Federation (NRF) earlier this week expressed concern…