Amtrak News

Amtrak, officially known as the National Railroad Passenger Corporation, is the primary provider of intercity passenger rail services in the United States. Established in 1971 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily, connecting over 500 destinations across 46 states and three Canadian provinces. The company offers a range of services, including high-speed Acela Express, long-distance routes, and regional services, emphasizing safety, comfort, and environmental sustainability. Amtrak continues to invest in modernizing its fleet, enhancing stations, and improving infrastructure to provide efficient and reliable transportation options for millions of passengers annually.

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30 AUG '24

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Amtrak^® Pacific Surfliner^® Raises Awareness During Rail Safety Month in September

California Operation Lifesaver and the Los Angeles Angels join rail safety initiatives to prevent railroad incidents through outreach and education.

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15 JUL '24

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AMTRAK AWARDS CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR EAST RIVER TUNNEL REHABILITATION

Project will fully modernize 114-year-old tunnel tubes damaged by Superstorm Sandy.

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01 JUL '24

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AMTRAK AND CSX PARTNER ON POSITIVE TRAIN CONTROL INSTALLATION TO IMPROVE SAFETY FOR THE AMTRAK DOWNEASTER

This project will add signals, wayside units, and other safety enhancements to the track – all of which will be tied into CSX’s existing PTC system.

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26 MAR '24

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AMTRAK BEGINS MAJOR HARRISBURG LINE TRACK RENEWAL

The track maintenance project will replace 1950s-era rail infrastructure, enhancing customer ride quality and service reliability.

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06 MAR '24

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AMTRAK ADVANCES MAJOR RAIL YARD UPGRADES IN PHILADELPHIA

Similar improvements have been planned along the Northeast Corridor and in the Pacific Northwest.

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Amtrak® Pacific Surfliner® Raises Awareness During Rail Safety Month in September