Labor

Union Pacific, boilermakers OK post-merger job security pact »

KEYWORDS: Union Pacific Railroad, International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, IBB, job security agreement, Norfolk Southern Railway, proposed merger, Surface Transportation Board

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Kick Off 2026 on the Right Track at the NRC Conference »
Connect with railroad & transit engineering leaders about 2025 capex plans, safety, industry updates & more. Jan. 7-10, Hollywood, FL.
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People

AAR recognizes 4 railroaders for environmental sustainability »

KEYWORDS: Association of American Railroads, AAR, environmental excellence awards, Union Pacific Railroad's Mike Makerov, CN’s Kari Harris, CSX’s Brian Booth, Norfolk Southern Railway’s Terri Allen

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Rail Welding Has Gone Hybrid »
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Passenger Rail

Gov. Shapiro OKs $220M for SEPTA to complete rail safety repairs »

KEYWORDS: Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, SEPTA, Gov. Josh Shapiro, state funding, emergency safety repairs, Silverliner IV rail cars, Regional Rail, trolley catenary system, FRA, FTA, federal orders, mass transit

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People

PANYNJ Executive Director Cotton to retire in January »