Freight trains carrying dangerous goods in Canada can now travel at faster speeds, according to a revised government order. Transport Canada had restricted how fast those trains could go following a fiery Feb. 6 derailment of a crude train.

Canadian National warns protesters they’re jeopardizing their safety, while passenger rail service on VIA Rail remains cancelled.

To reduce or eliminate blocked highway-rail grade crossings, the federal government needs to define the roles of stakeholders and technology, hearing witnesses said.

The court ruled in favor of the Class I railroads and said SMART-TD must discuss crew size during ongoing collective bargaining negotiations.

Protestors’ actions to block rail routes are causing major supply chain disruptions, they say.

Year-to-date U.S. rail volumes are still sluggish, and the effect of the coronavirus on intermodal volumes remains unclear.

Demonstrators say their actions, which have blocked rail lines and access to several Canadian ports, are in support of a First Nations group’s concerns over a proposed pipeline.

The C$15 million federal investment aims to reduce bottlenecks and facilitate export capabilities in a region of Alberta known for its chemical, petrochemical, and oil and gas output.

The Mexican Federal Competition Commission says certain rail routes in Veracruz, including those operated by Kansas City Southern, don’t have adequate rail market competition to haul chemicals and petrochemicals.

A temporary order in Canada restricting the speed of freight trains carrying dangerous goods could potentially affect the broader economy.

Rand Logistics will purchase the American Steamship Company for $260 million.

When responding to requests for proposals in the contract bidding process, rail and intermodal service providers should tout not only their competitive pricing but why shippers should diversify their modal options.

The federal agency issues the order following a fiery derailment of a Canadian Pacific crude train.

January was a record month for grain volumes for CP.

Trade uncertainties, softness in the manufacturing sector contributed to lower rail volumes in January.

The railroad is reducing its capital expenditures budget for this year, but it will allocate more funding toward replacing and upgrading network infrastructure.

The acquisition will expand Regional Rail’s short line operations into North Carolina.

Members overwhelmingly ratified the agreement with Canadian National. The collective agreement will last through July 2022.

Lawmakers in Missouri, New York, Virginia and Wyoming introduce legislation to require freight trains to have a minimum crew size.

A short line acquisition in Atlantic Canada and enhanced crude oil production in western Canada could boost rail volumes in the coming years, executive said.

The drop comes as the Class I railroads look to the second half of 2020 for volume growth.

Union Pacific opens lanes, while Norfolk Southern talks lane opportunities to take market share from trucks.

Recent trade developments should help rail volumes improve, particularly in the second half of 2020, executives said.

Revenue gains for grain, energy, chemicals and plastics provide boost.

The railway cited the labor strike and weak freight demand in lower fourth-quarter profits.

The railway and the rail union respond to a CBC documentary about a fatal February 2019 train accident.

The railroad eyes slight volume growth in 2020 amid plans for longer trains and reduced headcount.

Year-to-date U.S. rail traffic is 7.8% lower compared with the same period in 2019.

Employment levels at the U.S. operations of the Class I railroads hit their lowest point in years, according to data from the Surface Transportation Board.

Net income falls in the fourth quarter amid a decline in operating revenue and a decrease in rail volumes.

Geopolitical tides, e-commerce and technology are today’s “disruptors” in freight transportation, say panelists at Transportation Research Board convention.

Organizations may lobby Parliament to declare rail service an essential service so that access remains available during events such as labor strikes.

Service improvements will help grow rail volumes and revenue, the company said during its fourth-quarter earnings call Friday.

Coal declines and a still sluggish industrial economy could put pressure on revenue this year. Still, CSX sees upside potential for intermodal and merchandise volumes.

Net profit for Kansas City Southern (NYSE: KSU) slipped in the fourth quarter of 2019 compared to the prior year, but revenues were 5% higher amid increases for chemicals and […]

Net earnings fell 8.5% in the fourth quarter of 2019 compared with the same period a year ago.

U.S. carloads and intermodal units are down year to date from the same period in 2019.

Improving rail volumes and service are among the crucial issues to look out for as the railroads reveal their 2020 guidance in the coming days.

The rail equipment manufacturer and lessor has tapped a Caterpillar executive and Trinity board member to head the company.

Technology will have a key role, but how will shippers and labor benefit from the railroads’ high-tech initiatives, panel asks.

The Denver-based short line operator promotes from within for the new roles.

The bill would prohibit the transport of crude oil via rail if the Reid vapor pressure of the crude oil exceeds 9.5 pounds per square inch.

OmniTRAX and R.J. Corman seek to cultivate customer relations with recent appointments.

The railway will work with NorFalco Sales, a division of Glencore Canada, to handle sulfuric acid volumes at facilities in Ontario and Quebec.

Association of American Railroads reports volumes continue to run lower than a year ago.

Wabtec says the $29 million acquisition of RELCO will expand its freight services offerings.

A U.S. judicial panel will hold a hearing in late January that will take up defendant Class I railroads’ request to move legal proceedings on fuel surcharge price fixing to one court.

Railcar manufacturer says deliveries fell off from a record sequential quarter.

New hopper cars and a high-efficiency train model at some elevators help boost volumes.

U.S. rail volumes fell 5% in 2019 amid trade worries, a sluggish industrial economy and a significant drop in coal carloads.

Private equity firm Paceline acquires a maintenance-of-way equipment lessor from Progress Rail, a Caterpillar subsidiary.

The autonomous trucking technology startup uses its bench of knowledgeable founders to develop tools to enhance trucking operations.

The railway announced plans to acquire the Central Maine & Quebec Railway in November.

Lower rail volumes, an active Surface Transportation Board and a strike were among the key events that the U.S. and Canadian freight rail industry experienced this year.

The U.S. operations of the Class I railroads continue to shed employees.

The volume drop has created ripple effects, including some lower railcar leasing rates.

Kansas City Southern and Canadian Pacific deliver goodwill to local communities along portions of their rail networks.

Private equity firms are likely to continue M&As in freight rail industry next year and beyond, observers say.

CSX and passenger and commuter rail share the same railroad track between Washington, D.C. and Richmond. Investments to the corridor south of Washington, D.C. would change that.

Online retailers make Christmas more convenient by enabling customers to order live trees and get them shipped to their front doors.

The continued dip in rail volumes comes as North American freight rail groups press for trade pact.

Moving theatrical shows is like choreography showcasing on-time precision prowess and graceful driving skills.

The funding includes $14.4 million to support CSX’s double-stacking efforts near the Port of Philadelphia.

The next step is achieving full interoperability with other railroads.

Accident in Saskatchewan causes 1.5 million-liter crude oil spill.

Stakeholders address the Surface Transportation Board, which is mulling over whether it should change the way it defines revenue adequacy.

Economic uncertainty weighs on rail volumes.

The railroad will consolidate business segments to three groups from four to better adapt to market conditions.

The approval comes amid some objection by Congressional Democrats and a wider proposed rulemaking on the same issue.

The state has enough funding to allow construction to proceed, but the details are still forthcoming.

E-commerce’s role in transforming supply chain logistics should be a factor that Congress considers during the next surface transportation bill authorization.

U.S. rail volumes are down, but don’t call it a freight recession, according to Association of American Railroads executive.

Teck Resources opts not to renew 10-year deal for the transport of metallurgical coal.

The rail regulatory agency says the changes would help make the rate review process more accessible and transparent.

The railway attributes the record to its high efficiency train model and to collaboration with supply chain participants.

The changes come as the railroad deploys precision scheduled railroading.

CN CEO said railway is focusing on safety as it resumes normal operations after eight-day strike that rippled across Canada’s rail supply chain.

Headcount within U.S. Class I rail operations tumbles amid declining rail volumes and the deployment of precision railroading.

The bill introduced by Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) would allow Amtrak to sue freight railroads for not giving Amtrak preference on freight rail-owned track.

The terminal wants to be an alternative for those needing intermodal services to the U.S. West Coast.

Rail executives discussed short-term strategies for growing rail volumes amid expectations that volumes won’t pick up until well into 2020.

The railway seeks to extend its reach to non rail-served markets.

In two unrelated announcements on Nov. 20, CP lays out plans to deepen network capacity.

U.S. rail volumes continue to slip as rail executives see muted peak season.

The strike, coupled with and trade uncertainty, could hit businesses hard, groups say.

The Federal Railroad Administration is proposing all states address highway-rail grade crossing safety.

The railway is confident that the momentum to deploy technology initiatives will continue.

The railway cited challenging economic headwinds and could release up to 1,600 employees.

U.S. rail volumes have been trending lower all year.

Gregg Mitchell promoted to new role after serving as chairman for Trinity’s highway products and logistics group.

The regulatory agency for rail receives a flurry of feedback on rail rate reasonableness and demurrage and accessorial charges.

The railway hauled record grain and grain products volumes in October.

The Class I railroads furlough workers in times of lower volumes but unions think the cuts have been too deep as a result of precision scheduled railroading.

Third-quarter revenue fell for the shortline operator.

U.S. rail volumes fell 8.1% amid trade uncertainty and “sluggish” growth abroad.

Railway rebounds after slow start in August and September.

U.S. rail trade associations say changes will help employees responding to unplanned events.

Lower operating expenses helped to increase profits.

The credit ratings firm sees coal and intermodal volumes under continued pressure next year.

Train crew size, healthcare are among the key issues, on top of grappling with systemic changes to the industry