All Jim Mathews articles
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News
Amtrak begins major rail yard modernisations in Boston, New York, and Washington to support new trains
Amtrak launches upgrades to key Northeast Corridor yards, enhancing maintenance, reliability, and efficiency for its upcoming Airo and NextGen Acela trains by 2030.
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ArticleGlobal Railway Review Spring/ Summer Issue 2025
Welcome to the Spring/Summer issue of 2025! As always, thank you to the expert voices across the rail industry who continue to contribute their insights and vision to Global Railway Review. Your work drives the conversations and innovations that are shaping the future of rail.
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ArticleGlobal Railway Review unveils all-star Editorial Council to chart course for 2025
Get ready for a new era of rail industry insight! Global Railway Review is thrilled to announce the formation of its dynamic new Editorial Council, a powerhouse of expertise assembled by Editor Elizabeth Jordan to guide the publication into 2025 and beyond.
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NewsAmtrak and Midwest secure $300 million federal grant to boost passenger rail service
Amtrak and its Midwestern partners will receive up to $300 million from federal CRISI grants to enhance passenger rail infrastructure, aiming to improve service into Chicago and increase nationwide ridership.
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NewsAmtrak breaks ground on new heavy maintenance facility in Philadelphia
Amtrak has begun construction on a new maintenance facility at the Penn Coach Yard in Philadelphia to enhance customer experience and maintain its new Airo and Acela trains.
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NewsAmtrak reaches milestone transforming long distance train service
American rail company Amtrak has reached a major milestone in transforming long distance train service with a multi-billion procurement.
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NewsAmtrak applies for federal grants to improve long distance network
Amtrak has applied for approximately $716 million in FRA funding for proposals that would upgrade existing routes and add new services.