JR Kyushu launched service in October on its new 36+3 train, a jet-black refurbished 787 series electric train with completely renovated interiors done by the same designer as Kyushu’s famous Seven Stars sleeper train. Article Link
Beyond their new look and carbon-friendly features, these new trains also come with some additional perks for passengers. According to Lonely Planet, these new extras include 25% more seats, more legroom, more spacious restrooms, and larger storage compartments for luggage. Article Link
Supporters of a proposed second round-trip train between the Twin Cities and Chicago are determined to advance the project despite failing to win funding at the legislature last month. Article Link
Back in its heyday, nothing said, “Freedom!’” like riding the rails. Beginning in 1833 and carrying forward to today, rail traffic opened up the far reaches of North Carolina unlike dirt trails, canals and plank roads ever could. Article Link
Article Link The post also contains the original shorter video which is equally fascinating.
The chairman and CEO of a railroad heavyweight reflects on what keeps him going, how past challenges have prepared him for today’s, and how his leadership approach has changed during the pandemic. Article Link
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Some brave travelers continue to use the railroad, deemed an essential service, crossing states with different rules and approaches to containing the spread of the virus. Rather than adhering to individual states’ rules, Amtrak has a blanket policy for its …
