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Posts published in “Day: August 28, 2018”

Cascades route will have PTC by Dec. 31, Amtrak and WSDOT say

Rail News Home Federal Legislation & Regulation 8/28/2018 Rail News: Federal Legislation & Regulation Cascades route will have PTC by Dec. 31, Amtrak and WSDOT say An Amtrak Cascades train derailed in DuPont, Washington, last December. Photo – Washington State Patrol Amtrak and Washington state transportation officials anticipate a positive train control (PTC) system will…

Canada announces funding to improve rail safety in Alberta

Rail News Home Federal Legislation & Regulation 8/28/2018 Rail News: Federal Legislation & Regulation Canada announces funding to improve rail safety in Alberta "We are working closely with railway companies and road authorities to identify grade crossings that require safety improvements," said Minister of Transport Marc Garneau. Photo – Canadian government officials announced CA$3.3 million…