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  • Historic Federal Grants Power Modern American Rail
  • Washington and Oregon receive first new Amtrak trains in decades
  • Siemens’ Airo Trains Enter Passenger Service on Amtrak Cascades

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chriscruises.com /1 month ago

Historic Federal Grants Power Modern American Rail

Passenger rail travel across the United States is accelerating into an ambitious era of growth and modernization. The United States Department of Transportation and the Federal Rai...

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planetizen.com /1 month ago

Washington and Oregon receive first new Amtrak trains in decades

Washington and Oregon receive first new Amtrak trains in decades Zachary Whalen Wed, 08/26/2026 - 07:00 Primary Image Primary Image...

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railway-news.com /3 weeks ago

Siemens’ Airo Trains Enter Passenger Service on Amtrak Cascades

Amtrak has introduced its new Airo trainsets into passenger service, with the first two trains beginning operations on the Amtrak Cascades route in the Pacific Northwest. The new t...

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seattletransitblog.com /3 weeks ago

Amtrak Airo Sneak Peak

The newest trains in Amtrak’s fleet, Amtrak Airo, will welcome their first customers tomorrow on the Cascades route. To celebrate the launch, Amtrak invited Seattle Transit Blog an...

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rtands.com /1 week ago

Amtrak Invests in North Carolina, Oklahoma, Connecticut Stations

Amtrak completes a slew of accessibility improvements at stations in North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Connecticut. North Carolina During the week of October 7, Amtrak joined federal,...

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planetizen.com /1 month ago

Amtrak, CN end decades-long dispute with eight-year agreement

Amtrak, CN end decades-long dispute with eight-year agreement Zachary Whalen Fri, 09/18/2026 - 08:00 Primary Image Primary Image Ca...

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usa.streetsblog.org /1 month ago

Wednesday’s Headlines Ride in Style

Amtrak's new trains sound like a win-win for passengers and the environment.

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planetizen.com /3 weeks ago

Airo trainsets begin service on Amtrak Cascades route

Airo trainsets begin service on Amtrak Cascades route Zachary Whalen Wed, 09/30/2026 - 07:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption...

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seattletransitblog.com /1 month ago

Sunday Movie: The Amtrak Compromise

The transcontinental railroad, explained. (Daniel Steiner) Why Amtrak’s long-distance trains exist. With a trip on the Empire Builder to Seattle. (The Flying Moose) Where are Ameri...

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salemreporter.com /3 weeks ago

Salem to see first new Amtrak trains in decades 

Amtrak’s largest-ever fleet replacement kicks off with the debut of two new trainsets on the Cascades route, which stops in Salem. The post Salem to see first new Amtrak trains in...

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railway-news.com /1 month ago

CN and Amtrak Agree 8-Year Framework for US Passenger Rail Services

Canadian National Railway (CN) and Amtrak have signed an eight-year operating agreement covering passenger services on CN-owned rail lines in the US. The agreement applies to Amtra...

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politicsny.com /1 week ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Amtrak Board Chair Anthony Coscia

PoliticsNY’s latest special edition, Inside Government: Transportation features the government officials shaping New York’s transportation landscape. Today’s Q&A is with Chair...

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planetizen.com /1 month ago

Amtrak announces new ‘System Expansion Committee’

Amtrak announces new ‘System Expansion Committee’ Zachary Whalen Thu, 09/03/2026 - 06:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption...

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planetizen.com /1 month ago

Northwest rail fans eager for Sept. 30 debut of Amtrak’s Airo fleet

Northwest rail fans eager for Sept. 30 debut of Amtrak’s Airo fleet Tom Banse Tue, 09/22/2026 - 05:00 Primary Image Primary Image C...

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railway-news.com /1 month ago

Amtrak Cascades Airo Fleet to Enter Service on September 30

Amtrak will introduce its new Airo trainsets into passenger service on the Amtrak Cascades route on 30 September. The first two trainsets will operate four daily services between V...

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columbian.com /1 month ago

Northwest rail fans eager for Sept. 30 debut of Amtrak’s Airo fleet

A date that Pacific Northwest train riders and advocates have long awaited is finally nigh. Amtrak’s sleek, amenity-packed new trains will debut on the Cascades intercity route on...

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railwaypro.com /1 month ago

Amtrak begins construction of the Airo train maintenance centre

Amtrak and its partners at the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) have begun construction work on a new maintenance facility for [...]

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american-rails.com /1 month ago

Aug 30, New York Beer Tasting Train Rides

Among the Adirondack Railroad's most popular special outings is the Beer & Wine Train Series, an adult-oriented excursion built around the simple pleasures...

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american-rails.com /1 week ago

Oct 17, Algoma Central Railway: Map, Logo, Rosters

Algoma Central Railway, Sault Ste. Marie to Hearst. Wisconsin Central on February 1, 1995. Fifty-nine steam locomotives and forty-two diesels.

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chriscruises.com /1 month ago

Smart Train Travel Unlocks Scenic Relaxing Adventures

Train travel is experiencing a vibrant resurgence as modern travelers increasingly embrace the journey itself as a highlight of their vacation. The AARP Smart Guide to Train Travel...

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rtands.com /1 month ago

CTDOT Advances $24.8MM New Haven Union Station Modernization

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) and the City of New Haven are advancing interior and exterior improvements at New Haven Union Station, including renovations to...

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constructiondive.com /1 month ago

Amtrak breaks ground on $1B NYC maintenance facility

The project ranks as the largest major Amtrak maintenance facility to advance into significant construction over the past two years.

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american-rails.com /4 days ago

Oct 20, Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railway, "The Omaha Road"

The Omaha Road, reporting mark CMO. Formed May 26, 1880. North Western management on December 16, 1882. Leased January 1, 1957. Class K-1 No. 183 and the sublettered diesels.

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sf.streetsblog.org /1 month ago

California Rail Safety Month Kicks off With Freight Train Press Ride-Along

Concurrent with transit month, Bay Area transit agencies get together to talk about trackside safety

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