Lower Coal Demand Cut Class I Profits
Aug 31, 2015
August 2015 Lower coal demand cut Class I railroad profits in second quarter By Daniel Niepow, Associate Editor Although the Class Is’ second-quarter financial results were mixed, one theme emerged: Lower coal volumes made a dent in already dampened profits. Even...Amtrak, Iowa Pacific and INDOT sign agreement for Hoosier State route
Aug 26, 2015
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) and local communities earlier this month reached long-term agreements with Amtrak and Iowa Pacific Holdings to continue Hoosier State passenger-rail service between Indianapolis and Chicago. Service under the new...Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence declared August 23 through August 29, 2015 as Indiana Rail Safety Week
Aug 24, 2015
Governor declares August 23-29 as Rail Safety Week Monday, August 24, 2015 Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence declared August 23 through August 29, 2015 as Indiana Rail Safety Week.Indiana Operation Lifesaver, Indiana State Police, Indiana Department of...AMTRAK Groundbreaking Ceremony
Aug 11, 2015
I will be at this Amtrak groundbreaking event in Dwight, IL tomorrow. All are welcome to attend this event.HOFFA STATEMENT ON FAILURE OF TRADE AUTHORITIES
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