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California High-Speed Rail Outlines Sustainability Initiatives

1 day ago | railway-news.com | Tiana May

The California High-Speed Rail Authority has presented key developments in its approach to sustainable infrastructure. The project, which is currently under construction between Merced and Bakersfield, forms part of California’s broader efforts to reduce transport-related emissions and promote economic growth. Once operational, the high-speed rail system will run on electricity generated entirely from renewable sources and will travel at speeds of up to 220 miles per hour.
Revised Plan Announced for Northeast Corridor's Dock Bridge

1 day ago | railway-news.com | Tiana May

The US Department of Transportation (US DOT) has announced a revised plan for the rehabilitation of the Dock Bridge in New Jersey. The plan is expected to reduce project costs by approximately 140 million USD. The changes, jointly agreed upon by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Amtrak, aim to prioritise safety and operational reliability while streamlining project scope.
CTA Provides Construction Overview for Red Line Extension

1 day ago | railway-news.com | Tiana May

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has outlined its plans to begin construction on the 5.5-mile Red Line Extension (RLE) Project in early 2026. During three community meetings, residents of Roseland, Washington Heights, and Riverdale were given an overview of the planned work and its anticipated impacts. The Red Line Extension project, valued at approximately 5.7 million USD, will extend the existing rapid transit Red Line from the current terminus at 95th Street to 130th Street.
California High-Speed Rail Reaches Agreement on Millbrae Station

2 days ago | railway-news.com | Tiana May

The California High-Speed Rail Authority and the City of Millbrae have reached a settlement agreement on the city’s legal challenge concerning the future high-speed rail development. The agreement sets out a framework for collaboration between the two entities as planning progresses for a high-speed rail station in Millbrae. As part of the agreement, the City of Millbrae will take the lead on land use and planning efforts for the west side of the Millbrae BART station.
Trump Administration Reassigns Penn Station Overhaul to Amtrak

2 days ago | railway-news.com | Tiana May

The US Department of Transportation (US DOT) has announced that Amtrak will assume leadership of the Penn Station reconstruction project in New York City, replacing the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) as the lead agency. The change, led by Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy, will also involve a reduction in federal funding for the project, with the government citing estimated savings of approximately 120 million USD.
UK: First Refurbished Unit Enters Operation on Southeastern Metro

2 days ago | railway-news.com | Joey Stoate

Southeastern Railway has introduced its first refreshed Class 376 Electrostar unit into operation across its Metro routes. The vehicle – Unit 376027 – is the first train to have undergone the new, mid-life transformation procedure, which is part of the operator’s wider fleet improvement programme.
Alstom Highlights Its Role in Strengthening Rail Climate Resilience

2 days ago | railway-news.com | Tiana May

As the effects of climate change become more visible, railway systems are increasingly exposed to extreme weather conditions. Events such as heatwaves, floods, snowstorms and sandstorms can impact the reliability and safety of rail operations. Alstom aims to address these risks by developing and adapting solutions across train design, infrastructure, signalling, and maintenance.
New Report Finds Amtrak Could Better Manage Train Collision Risks

1 week ago | railway-news.com | Tiana May

Amtrak has been advised to improve how it identifies and manages the risk of train collisions, according to a new report from the company’s Office of Inspector General (OIG). The audit found that while Amtrak has taken a number of steps to mitigate such incidents, more structured and consistent approaches could be beneficial. The report states that from fiscal year 2020 through 2023, Amtrak was involved in around 800 train strikes, resulting in 594 fatalities and 279 injuries.
Germany: Stadler to Deliver 19 FLIRT Akku Battery Trains in Central Thuringia

1 week ago | railway-news.com | Tiana May

DB Regio has ordered 19 new battery-powered FLIRT Akku trains from Stadler for use in Central Thuringia, Germany. The trains will begin service in December 2028 as part of DB Regio’s new transport contract that runs until 2043. The new FLIRT Akku trains charge their batteries while running on electrified tracks and can then run for up to 80 kilometres without overhead power lines. They can consequently be used on parts of the rail network that do not have overhead catenary wires.
Steam Locomotive Operates with Digital Signalling in Industry First

1 week ago | railway-news.com | Tiana May

A steam locomotive has successfully run using Hitachi Rail’s European Train Control System (ETCS) digital signalling technology for the first time. The trial, completed on the Cambrian line in Wales, marks a new development in the integration of heritage rail vehicles with modern railway infrastructure. The project is part of Network Rail’s East Coast Digital Programme (ECDP) and involved the Peppercorn Class A1 60163 Tornado, a mainline-certified steam locomotive.