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  • Jun 28, The Great Steel Fleet: A History Of NYC's Passenger Trains
  • Jul 9, Northern Pacific Railway: Map, Logo, History, Rosters
  • 'Big issue': Here's what a potential railway merger could mean for Portland traffic, businesses

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american-rails.com /2 weeks ago

Jun 28, The Great Steel Fleet: A History Of NYC's Passenger Trains

The New York Central Railroad operated one of the most extensive and prestigious passenger networks in American history. Its trains blanketed the Northeast and Upper Midwest.

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american-rails.com /1 week ago

Jul 9, Northern Pacific Railway: Map, Logo, History, Rosters

The Northern Pacific Railway opened the Pacific Northwest and was created when President Abraham Lincoln. It was merged into BN in 1970.

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koin.com /4 weeks ago

'Big issue': Here's what a potential railway merger could mean for Portland traffic, businesses

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- A proposed merger between two railroad giants could increase traffic through Portland's central eastside.      The proposed deal is between Uni...

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planetizen.com /1 month ago

Who owns US railroad tracks?

Who owns US railroad tracks? Diana Ionescu Fri, 05/29/2026 - 05:00 3 minutes

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rtands.com /2 weeks ago

Virginia Railway Express Acquires Rail Yard Near Washington, D.C.

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The Virginia Railway Express (VRE) has acquired Seminary Yard, a rail yard offering strategically-located infrastructure in Alexandria, Va., just outside of Washi...

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american-rails.com /1 month ago

May 20, Texas & Pacific Railway Timetables (September, 1937)

Featured here is the Texas & Pacific's timetables and system map from the September, 1937 edition of the "Official Guide Of The Railways."

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freightwaves.com /6 days ago

EXCLUSIVE: Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern CEOs talk about the rail merger that could reshape the U.S. economy  

As the Big Boy steam locomotive thundered into Philadelphia for the USA 250 celebration, the CEOs of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern talked about the proposed merger that could...

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theloadstar.com /1 month ago

Private equity’s quiet takeover of US short-line railroads

There are roughly 600 short-line railroads in the United States. These small businesses operate nearly 50,000 miles of track, about 30% of the national freight rail network, and ha...

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american-rails.com /1 week ago

Jul 2, U.S. Rail Traffic Rises 7.0% in Week Ending June 27, 2026

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported continued strong growth in U.S. freight rail traffic for the week ending June 27, 2026.

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american-rails.com /2 weeks ago

Jun 25, U.S. Rail Traffic Climbs 7.1% Year-over-Year

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) released its latest Weekly Rail Traffic report today, showing continued momentum in North American freight rail volumes.

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american-rails.com /1 month ago

May 29, Bangor & Aroostook Steam Roster (Post 1900)

The Bangor & Aroostook Railroad (BAR), Maine’s legendary potato and paper hauler stretching deep into the Aroostook County wilderness, relied on a compact yet hardworking steam...

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googlemapsmania.blogspot.com /3 weeks ago

The Rise and Fall of National Rail Networks

Germany - The German Rail Network from 1835 Until Today Ireland - Irish Railway Stations 1834-2000 Switzerland - A Journey Through the History of Swiss Railways&a...

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freightwaves.com /2 weeks ago

CSX marks unique status with DC 250 rail event

CSX rolled out its U.S. 250th commemorative locomotives in Washington where it claims the title as the sole Class I freight railroad. The post CSX marks unique status with DC 250 r...

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american-rails.com /1 month ago

Jun 9, CSX Unveils Two Patriotic America250 Heritage Locomotives

CSX Transportation has joined the growing roster of Class I railroads honoring America’s upcoming 250th anniversary (Semiquincentennial) with the unveiling of two specially painted...

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joc.com /1 week ago

NS-UP merger could give Charleston needed rail boost: analyst

The proposed merger of Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railway would create single-line rail network that could shift discretionary cargo to Charleston and other underu...

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american-rails.com /2 weeks ago

Jun 29, Milwaukee Road’s Passenger Trains: Speed, Innovation, and Hiawathas

The Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad—universally known as the Milwaukee Road—stood out among American railroads for its aggressive pursuit of high-quality passenge...

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american-rails.com /1 month ago

May 30, Atlantic Coast Line Steam Roster (Post 1900)

The Atlantic Coast Line Railroad (ACL), operating primarily over the relatively flat terrain of the Southeast from Virginia to Florida and Alabama, built a steam roster emphasizing...

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freightwaves.com /1 week ago

Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern submit more merger data

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern submitted initial responses to the Surface Transportation Board's request for additional data regarding their proposed transcontinental rail merg...

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freightwaves.com /1 week ago

Broad-based gains for rail freight

Rail freight turned in another strong week leading up to the July 4 holiday. The post Broad-based gains for rail freight appeared first on FreightWaves.

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freightwaves.com /1 month ago

Green over red for surging U.S. railfreight

Freight on U.S. railroads continues to outpace year-ago traffic in the latest trackside data. The post Green over red for surging U.S. railfreight appeared first on FreightWaves.

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freightwaves.com /1 month ago

Rate, service issues flagged by ag retailers in Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern rail merger

Retailers of agricultural products say they’ll be whipsawed by higher freight rates and poorer service if a proposed transcontinental railroad merger is approved. The post Rate, se...

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american-rails.com /1 month ago

May 18, Cotton Belt Railroad Timetables (January, 1930)

Featured here is the St. Louis Southwestern Railway's timetables from the January, 1930 edition of the "Official Guide Of The Railways."

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american-rails.com /2 weeks ago

Jun 29, B&O Track Charts: Newark Division (1964-1967)

Centered on Newark, Ohio, the division comprised mostly single-track lines radiating from a major yard and shop complex. It was never a high-speed mainline like the B&O’s route...

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rtands.com /1 month ago

The Scale of Heavy Haul: Why America’s Railroads Need New Momentum

To understand the North American rail network, it is necessary to think beyond global standards. The enormous routes operated by Class I railroads form the logistical and economic...

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