QRC comments on Queensland Competition Authority’s UT5 decision
The Queensland Resources Council has welcomed Queensland Competition Authority’s UT5 decision for the Central Queensland Coal Network.
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Association of American Railroads urges USDOT to implement automation in rail industry
The Association of American Railroads urges the US Department of Transportation to promote and develop innovative approaches to freight railways to improve safety and increase efficiency.
Canadian Pacific showcases new high efficiency product train
Yesterday, Canadian Pacific showcased its next generation of grain transportation: a high efficiency product (HEP) train.
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No injuries in BNSF train derailment
The cars derailed at approximately 2:20 a.m. in northwestern Minnesota, USA.
Port of Tilbury reaches final of Rail Business Awards
The port has been shortlisted in the Rail Freight & Logistics Excellence category along with two other companies.
DB Cargo UK receives Rail Freight Operator of the Year
DB Cargo UK has been voted the best rail freight operator of 2018 at the Global Freight Awards.
Transnet appoints an acting Group Chief Executive
Transnet has appointed Tau Morwe as acting Group Chief Executive of the company.
Aurizon’s challenge to draft coal rail network decision is dismissed
The Queensland Resources Council approves of the Supreme Court of Queensland’s dismissal of Aurizon’s legal challenge to the draft coal rail network decision.
BNSF publishes Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Report
The report highlights BNSF’s progress on initiatives in the areas of sustaining operations, creating value for customers, engaging with employees and connecting with communities.
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DB Cargo UK opens new rail freight terminal in Wolverhampton
The £6 million project is one of the largest rail freight investments in the past five years, and is seen as a major vote of confidence in the UK’s continuing ability to trade and attract inward investment post-Brexit.
BNSF names Kiamichi Railroad ‘Shortline of the Year’
Kiamichi is a Class III shortline serving Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas, interchanging with BNSF in Madill, Oklahoma.
AAR announces new Senior Vice President of Government Affairs
The Association of American Railroads has appointed Adrian Arnakis to lead government affairs.
Traffic flow on the rise between Port of Antwerp and Europe
In order to meet the growing demand, the Antwerp Port Authority is promoting the expansion of hinterland connections, especially by rail.
CP reports preliminary 3Q18 results and outlines growth strategy
Canadian Pacific Railway Limited has updated its 2018 guidance and outlined its strategy for driving sustainable, profitable growth at the company’s Investor Day.
BNSF executive chairman set to retire
BNSF has announced the retirement of Executive Chairman Matthew K. Rose in 2019.