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Progressive Railroading July 2020
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Cover Story:
Short Lines Long on Business Development
Business development is vital to short lines to increase carloads, boost revenue and develop customer relationships. Yet, some small roads are better at it and more aggressive with it than others. Among the go-getters are these four short lines, which recently earned 2020 Business Development Awards from the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA)... Read Full Preview
Class I Focus:
Canadian Pacific
The pandemic has shut down a number of industries, but North American freight railroads such as Canadian Pacific continue to keep the economy's heart beating. Read Full Preview
Mechanical:
Fleet Stats
Our annual compendium of rail-car and locomotive statistics, Fleet Stats features an array of Association of American Railroads' facts and figures, including selected car fleet data, freight-car installations, the fleet by car type and age, and locomotives acquired and rebuilt. This year's edition also includes rail-car market commentary from Richard Kloster, founder of Integrity Rail Partners Inc., a private transportation company that provides strategic consulting to the rail industry.
MOW:
Rail Grinding
Rail grinding is an integral tool in a railroad's maintenance-of-way toolbox. It can help minimize potential for derailments and extend rail life. As railroads aim to get the most bang for their rail grinding buck, they're seeking equipment and services... Read Full Preview
Technology Update:
Rail Safety Products
Railroads set aside millions of dollars annually for products and services to protect employees, tracks, trains and other assets. Products include the latest grade crossing technology to track intrusion detection systems to roadway worker protection gear. This month, we'll highlight a sampling of products and equipment available to help railroads bolster safety.
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