Amtrak launches a major upgrade for its Long Distance fleet, backed by Biden’s infrastructure law, heralding a new era in cross-country rail travel.

Amtrak has chosen the Flatiron/Herzog Joint Venture as the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) contractor for the construction of two new bridges, associated track work, and two supporting contracts facilitating the replacement of the 117-year-old Susquehanna River Rail Bridge.

Amtrak is proud to announce the Amtrak Scholarship Program, offering 11 scholarships to dedicated full-time undergraduate and graduate students with a passion for the world of rail. To be considered, students must submit their applications by January 31st, no later than 11:59 p.m. ET.

Amtrak and its Midwest collaborators have secured over $101 million in federal grants for the Chicago Hub Improvement Program (CHIP). The funds will enhance existing routes and support Amtrak’s expansion plans. Amtrak Board Chair Tony Coscia emphasizes the collaboration to maximize Chicago’s role as the central hub, driving improved mobility and economic growth. Multiple grants, announced under USDOT’s Federal State Partnership (“Fed-State”) and Corridor Identification and Development (“Corridor ID”) programs, will directly benefit Amtrak and its partners.

Amtrak, in collaboration with its partners, has secured over $2.1 billion to enhance current routes and propel initiatives to extend its services nationwide in the United States.

The manufacturing of Amtrak Airo trains is providing a significant boost to businesses across the nation as production accelerates. This initiative is generating new sustainable jobs in engineering and manufacturing, benefiting communities throughout the country. With almost 100 suppliers from …

Amtrak, working with the City of Del Rio, made investments that include the construction of a 650-foot concrete platform and upgrades to station signage.

Texas Central Partners (“Texas Central”) and Amtrak are seeking opportunities to advance planning and analysis work associated with the proposed Dallas-Houston 205-mph high-speed rail project to further determine its viability. Amtrak has cooperated with Texas Central on various initiatives since …

A train accident occurred in Moorpark, Southern California, when an Amtrak train carrying nearly 200 passengers collided with a county water truck. The collision caused three out of the seven train cars to derail, but they remained upright on adjacent …

Amtrak travel between Chicago and St. Louis is about to get 15 minutes quicker which will be in effect from 26th June.