Progressive Railroading

This monthly publication is popular among 25,000 global leaders in the rail and transit sector. Progressive Railroading caters to executives and managers from various fields, such as railroads, transit systems, private car companies, manufacturers of cars and locomotives, repair facilities, and shipping companies. The magazine provides important insights on key topics in the industry, including freight transportation, public transit, mechanical issues, engineering, communication and signaling, finance, workforce matters, and technology advancements.

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BNSF, 'select' short lines aim for the fences to drive carloads home - RailPrime | ProgressiveRailroading

2 weeks ago | progressiverailroading.com | Julie Sneider |BNSF Railway Co

By Julie Sneider, Senior Editor To Mark Ganaway, trying to grow freight-rail carload volume in the wake of years of industry challenges is a lot like trying to score runs in baseball. His analogy goes something like this: Homerun king Babe Ruth, arguably the greatest player of all time, represents the energy industry of years past, when unit trains of coal, crude oil and frac sand were dependable business prospects.
Two Class Is, three short lines to pilot promising new carbon-capture system - RailPrime | ProgressiveRailroading

2 weeks ago | progressiverailroading.com | Jeff Stagl

def By Jeff Stagl, Managing Editor Several Class Is and short lines are firming up plans to test a newly developed carbon-capture system with locomotives to help ratchet up their sustainability efforts. Norfolk Southern Railway, Union Pacific Railroad, two Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) short lines and Anacostia Rail Holdings’ Pacific Harbor Line Inc.
For CSX, 2025 is shaping up to be a 'transformative year,' Hinrichs tells NARS attendees - RailPrime | ProgressiveRailroading

2 weeks ago | progressiverailroading.com | Pat Foran

By Pat Foran, Editor-in-Chief As ever, CSX President and CEO Joe Hinrichs was his candid, comfortable-in-his-own-skin self as he discussed the near-term road ahead for the Class I at the North American Rail Shippers Association’s (NARS) annual meeting held in Chicago earlier this month.
Fink says he'll uphold FRA's 2-person train crew rule

3 weeks ago | progressiverailroading.com | Julie Sneider

By Julie Sneider, Senior Editor Federal Railroad Administration Administrator-Nominee David Fink told a Senate committee during his confirmation hearing this week that he would uphold the FRA's two-person train crew rule. Approved last year by the FRA, the train crew rule mandates a second crew member on Class I freight and passenger trains.
Saskatchewan more than doubles funding pool for short-line grants in 2025 - RailPrime | ProgressiveRailroading

3 weeks ago | progressiverailroading.com | Jeff Stagl

By Jeff Stagl, Managing Editor Before spring turns to summer, the province of Saskatchewan expects to announce this year’s recipients of Short Line Railway Improvement (SLRI) program grants. Allocated annually, the grants provide up to 50% of the eligible cost of such short-line infrastructure improvements as track upgrades, expansions or rehabilitation; grade crossing surface and sightline upgrades; and bridge maintenance work. There are 13 short lines that operate in Saskatchewan.
House subcommittee hearing examines federal rail funding flaws - RailPrime | ProgressiveRailroading

1 month ago | progressiverailroading.com | Julie Sneider

By Julie Sneider, Senior Editor Improving the efficiency and effectiveness of federal funding assistance that helps ensure safe and reliable freight- and passenger-rail systems was the subject of a hearing held this week by the House Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines and Hazardous Materials.
Alabama inland port preps for growing traffic, supply chain uncertainty - RailPrime | ProgressiveRailroading

1 month ago | progressiverailroading.com | Bridget Dean

def By Bridget Dean, Associate Editor For the inland port in Huntsville, Alabama, service consistency and flexibility are the key aspects of its offerings — and its future. More shippers are realizing the benefits of utilizing an inland port, says Port of Huntsville CEO Butch Roberts.
New Jersey recovery facility plays into service provider's waste-by-rail system - RailPrime | ProgressiveRailroading

1 month ago | progressiverailroading.com | Jeff Stagl

By Jeff Stagl, Managing Editor Interstate Waste Services Inc. (IWS) recently opened a $30 million materials recovery facility (MRF) in North Arlington, New Jersey, that will transport waste to Ohio by rail. The MRF is designed to process 215,000 tons of recyclable materials annually, according to IWS, which provides solid waste collection, recycling and disposal services. The facility will receive materials from the five boroughs of New York City.
Consultant Meene guides clients through federal grant confusion - RailPrime | ProgressiveRailroading

1 month ago | progressiverailroading.com | Julie Sneider

By Julie Sneider, Senior Editor Over the past couple of months, Rich Meene has been responding to a deluge of phone calls and emails from clients — including some in the transportation industry — wondering about the status of their federal grant funding as the Trump administration’s policies and strategies take hold. Meene is a partner in the government contracting practice at CohnReznick Advisory LLC, a tax advisory and consulting firm.
Georgia's Port of Brunswick preps for auto volume growth - RailPrime | ProgressiveRailroading

1 month ago | progressiverailroading.com | Bridget Dean

By Bridget Dean, Associate Editor At the Georgia Ports Authority's (GPA) Port of Brunswick, the first phase of an expansion of Colonel’s Island terminal is nearing completion. The port handles high volumes of roll-on/roll-off (Ro/Ro) cargo, so it’s imperative that it’s prepared to handle increases related to automotive industry growth. The expansion will enable customers such as Ro/Ro shipping and logistics group Wallenius Wilhelmsen to target new business.