jonathan chalon

Publisher Railway Age, International Railway Journal and RT&S, avid saltwater fisherman and family man

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Transit Briefs: Phase 3 of the MBTA's major signal modernization on the Red Line at Columbia Junction begins; MBTA expands real-time transit information into community libraries; and Metrolinx extends its partnership with Alstom.
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Spanning more than 300 kilometers (186 miles) and serving 11 passenger stations, the project is part of Mexico’s federal initiative to modernize passenger rail infrastructure.
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Lee, who has served as President and CEO since July 2021, said the decision comes after “careful reflection on the agency’s progress and its path forward.”
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For the week ending March 21, 2026, U.S. Class I railroads carried 502,252 carloads and intermodal units, rising 1.2% from the same week last year.
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“Today’s proposed permitting reform would lead to more expeditious and cost-effective environmental review by focusing on appropriate analyses rather than unnecessary paperwork.” – STB Chair Patrick Fuchs https://t.co/iEnBrtWZFv

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The objects of the tolling program are to reduce traffic congestion in such places as Midtown, the historic Financial District at the island’s southern tip, and places in-between, as well as helping pay for the MTA’s capital program.
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ICYMI: Railway Age's 10 Most Influential Industry Leaders poll is under way. Don't delay! Submit your nomination now: https://t.co/IpCUSKMb9a

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Class I Briefs: CN is named National Carrier – Multi Mode winner by Canada Post/Postes Canada; CPKC de México President Oscar del Cueto is appointed President of the American Chamber of Commerce of México.
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People News: Sasser names Michael Kelly as President of Chicago Freight Car and CF Rail Services; the Port of Long Beach elevates two executives to new positions.
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Transit Briefs: Canada’s Alto and private developer partner Cadence are launching the next field studies phase for the planned Toronto-Québec City HSR system. Also, California’s Caltrain honors Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi for decades of transit advocacy: https://t.co/hM9jZPU5n0

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Projects are expected to progress over the next 9-15 months, culminating in recommendations and next steps for the TTC’s consideration.
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This year, 46 honorees were recognized for rising to meet – and lead through – a period of historic change, advancing UP's Safety, Service and Operational Excellence strategy and laying the foundation to build America’s first transcontinental railroad.
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“By modernizing our gate and rail systems, we are reducing truck wait times by 50%, lowering emissions, and ensuring that the Port of Palm Beach remains competitive in a rapidly evolving global supply chain”: https://t.co/ycuep41kHM

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The AECOM-led joint venture with LiRo-Hill will provide project management services for the Penn Station New York “Transformation” Project: https://t.co/gETnMQyqMd

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Railway Age’s “Young Professionals” virtual conference returns April 23 with practical advice on career advancement for early- and mid-career professionals across the freight, passenger, and supply sectors. The free event begins at 2 p.m. ET: https://t.co/qvmGESVVmt

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Transit Briefs: Seattle’s Sound Transit works to close a $34.5B gap to deliver on its ST3 plan; PATH in New York and New Jersey is developing plans to replace fare gates at all 13 stations; and Denver RTD launches a Comprehensive Operational Analysis: https://t.co/n0S7jhMXhJ

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Class I Briefs: Canadian Pacific Kansas City updates it low carbon transition strategy. Also, Union Pacific earns Railroad Carrier of the Year from MODE Global: https://t.co/vRgcLDP2lk

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“Dillard is a prime location for this facility, given the number of industrial companies in the surrounding area”: https://t.co/UHykUtK3te

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The STB has adopted for 2Q26 the rail cost adjustment factor, which is defined as “an index formulated to represent changes in railroad costs incurred by the nation’s largest railroads over a specified period of time”: https://t.co/e04yiv7qHr

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Don't miss out! Railway Age is calling on readers to submit their nominations by April 8 for the seventh-annual 10 Most Influential Industry Leaders poll: https://t.co/IpCUSKMb9a