Amtrak and Governor Hochul Reach Agreement on East River Tunnel Rehabilitation Project

Amtrak and Governor Hochul Reach Agreement on East River Tunnel Rehabilitation Project

On May 22, 2025, New York Governor Kathy Hochul convened a meeting with Amtrak and Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) officials to address concerns regarding the impending closure of one of the East River Tunnel tubes for rehabilitation. The meeting resulted in Amtrak agreeing to several measures aimed at minimizing disruptions for commuters during the construction … Read more

Delaware Governor Fights to Secure Future of SEPTA Rail Service with $45 Million Proposal

Delaware Governor Fights to Secure Future of SEPTA Rail Service with $45 Million Proposal

DOVER, DE — Delaware Governor John Carney has unveiled a 45 million funding proposal to preserve SEPTA Regional Rail service into the state, aiming to avert a potential shutdown of the critical Wilmington/Newark Line as the transit agency faces a aiming to avert a potential shutdown of the critical Wilmington/Newark Line as the transit agency faces a … Read more

Amtrak’s Borealis: Celebrating One Year of Connecting Communities and Exceeding Expectations

Amtrak's Borealis: Celebrating One Year of Connecting Communities and Exceeding Expectations

St. Paul, MN – May 21, 2025 – Amtrak’s Borealis train service, connecting the vibrant Twin Cities with the bustling metropolis of Chicago, is proudly marking its one-year anniversary today. Launched to significant anticipation, the daily route has not only met but impressively surpassed ridership expectations, solidifying its role as a vital and popular transportation … Read more

Amtrak Battles $8.5 Billion Tunnel Bill, Turns to Elon Musk’s Boring Company

Amtrak Battles $8.5 Billion Tunnel Bill, Turns to Elon Musk's Boring Company

WASHINGTON D.C. – National passenger railroad Amtrak is reportedly in discussions with Elon Musk’s tunneling enterprise, The Boring Company, regarding potential involvement in the multi-billion dollar Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program in Baltimore. The move signals Amtrak’s and federal officials’ efforts to find solutions for the project’s escalating costs and timeline challenges on the vital Northeast … Read more

Amtrak Advances Major Upgrades and Repairs at Historic Lancaster Station

Amtrak Advances Major Upgrades and Repairs at Historic Lancaster Station

LANCASTER, Pa. – Amtrak is making significant progress on a series of critical improvements and repairs at the historic Lancaster Station (LNC), aimed at enhancing safety, efficiency, and the overall customer experience. These vital upgrades are being carried out in coordination with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). The project encompasses a range of key … Read more