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Freight Rail

Freight Rail Expected To Increase For Holiday Season

December 10, 2011

Seasonal peak Christmas shopping will be extending later into December this year, says independent railroad analyst Tony Hatch in a Bloomberg news article.  Retailers worried about the uncertain economic climate have delayed stocking up on too much inventory this season.  Since railroad service is now more prompt and reliable, retail store owners have the benefit of [...]

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UP Releases 150th Anniversary Merchandise

December 9, 2011

2012 will be an important year for Union Pacific, as it marks the railroad’s 150th year of service.  The anniversary will be a year long celebration and UP has announced that it will begin with commemorative merchandise.  The railroad has recently made more than 50 items available to rail enthusiasts.  Commemorative memorabilia includes: wall clocks, [...]

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OPERATION LIFESAVER-Grade Crossing Mishaps!

December 9, 2011

Over the years, whether filming railroads, or simply being an innocent bystander, I have witnessed numerous near-misses at grade crossings. Whether they are motorists, bicyclists, or pedestrians, people decide not to obey the law and put their lives, and the lives of others at risk. It is amazing that someone would rather save a  few [...]

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Canadian National Railway Under Investigation in Illinois

December 8, 2011

For two years, the Canadian National Railway (CN), has operated tracks in Illinois that pass through Joliet, New Lenox, Frankfort, Chicago Heights and other cities.   Since CN has taken over the tracks, freight shipments have greatly increased in the area, but unfortunately it is the opinion of many Illinois residents and officials that safety has [...]

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Railroads Step Up Anti-Trespassing Enforcement

December 7, 2011

Union Pacific and CSX are two of the major railroads in America to increase anti-trespassing enforcement. The Times-News.com reports CSX has stepped up enforcement with Cumberland MD police to counter trespassing around its yard in Cumberland; while Union Pacific has enacted a policy to seek removal of material taken while trespassing. As a railroad photographer and writer, [...]

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Alaska Railroad Joins the Association of American Railroads

December 4, 2011

In a recent press release, it has been announced that the Alaska Railroad has joined the Association of American Railroads (AAR).  Membership into the AAR consists of a rotating seat on the AAR Board of Directors in addition to a seat on the association’s two governing committees, the Safety and Operations Management Committee and the [...]

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