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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Senate panel hears ideas for modernizing the U.S. rail system - RailPrime | ProgressiveRailroading

1 week ago | progressiverailroading.com | Julie Sneider

By Julie Sneider, Senior Editor Robust and predictable funding for infrastructure projects, an embrace of new technologies and a retreat from heavy-handed regulations were on the wish lists of rail industry executives testifying at a Senate subcommittee hearing this week about the U.S. rail system.
Class Is continue to maneuver for long-term intermodal growth despite short-term uncertainties

3 weeks ago | progressiverailroading.com | Bridget Dean |BNSF Railway Co

By Bridget Dean, Associate Editor Uncertainty was more than just a buzzword in first-quarter 2025, as intermodal stakeholders and supply-chain members attempted to prepare themselves for a changing international trade landscape. But a volatile economy is still a functioning one, and the Class Is pushed forward with intermodal growth objectives despite a looming threat of lower traffic in the near future. Volume wasn’t an issue in Q1.
BNSF, 'select' short lines aim for the fences to drive carloads home - RailPrime | ProgressiveRailroading

1 month 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

1 month 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

1 month 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

1 month 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

1 month 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.