loader image
Close
Skip to content
  • Issues
  • Rail at Work
  • Grant Hub
  • About
  • Contact
GoRail
  • Rail 101
    Industry Benefits
  • State by State
    Community Impact
  • Rail Champions
    Join the Movement
  • Issues
  • Rail at Work
  • Grant Hub
  • About
  • Contact
  • Rail 101
    Industry Benefits
  • State by State
    Community Impact
  • Rail Champions
    Join the Movement
Our Blog

Rail at Work


GoRail's team visits communities across the country to talk about how freight rail is catalyzing economic development and creating jobs. Keep up with our work and learn about the latest freight rail news in your community through our blog.

  • Closer Look: Tech & Innovation on the Rails
    Innovation and Technology

    Closer Look: Tech & Innovation on the Rails


    May 3, 2018May 22, 2019

    The modern world is fast-paced, interconnected and competitive. So is freight rail. Railroads apply cutting-edge technology across the entire freight rail network — from tracks…

    Read More
  • Advocates Talk Infrastructure for California Rail Day
    Economic Impact

    Advocates Talk Infrastructure for California Rail Day


    April 17, 2018January 24, 2019

    Sacramento, CA — Rail officials and advocates, led by the California Short Line Railroad Association (CSLRA), gathered at the Capitol in Sacramento today to discuss California’s…

    Read More
  • Senator Amy Klobuchar tours Loram Maintenance of Way
    Rail Suppliers

    Senator Amy Klobuchar tours Loram Maintenance of Way


    March 29, 2018March 30, 2018

    Hamel, MN — Senator Amy Klobcuhar (D-MN), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, which oversees railroad policy, joined representatives from Loram Maintenance…

    Read More
  • GoRail Advocates Go to Capitol Hill for Railroad Day 2018
    Economic Impact

    GoRail Advocates Go to Capitol Hill for Railroad Day 2018


    March 17, 2018March 28, 2018

    Washington, D.C. — While GoRail is just a small piece of a tremendous effort during the annual Railroad Day on Capitol Hill, we convene a group of…

    Read More
  • Florida Rail Day Highlights Rail Infrastructure, Benefits
    Economic Impact

    Florida Rail Day Highlights Rail Infrastructure, Benefits


    January 30, 2018January 24, 2019

    Tallahassee, FL — Rail officials and advocates gathered at the Capitol in Tallahassee today to discuss Florida’s freight railroads and their role in moving the…

    Read More
  • The Port of Hueneme: Leading the Way  
    Ports

    The Port of Hueneme: Leading the Way  


    January 9, 2018

    Port Hueneme, CA — Situated on the scenic California coastline just 60 miles north of Los Angeles, the Port of Hueneme has carved out a…

    Read More
  • America’s Workforce Development Capital returns to its Freight Rail Roots
    Economic Impact

    America’s Workforce Development Capital returns to its Freight Rail Roots


    December 11, 2017December 19, 2017

    Marion, OH — Marion is a small community of 37,000 located in north central Ohio. Home to the 29th U.S. President, Warren G. Harding, Marion was an…

    Read More
  • AAR and GoRail Honor Chairman Bill Shuster with Railroad Achievement Award
    Policy Issues

    AAR and GoRail Honor Chairman Bill Shuster with Railroad Achievement Award


    December 5, 2017December 19, 2017

    Accomplished Infrastructure Leader Receives Final Installment Of New Award Initiative in 2017. Washington, D.C., — The Association of American Railroads (AAR) and GoRail today honored House…

    Read More
  • Hundreds of Local Leaders Sign Letter Opposing Rail Reregulation Proposals
    Economic Impact

    Hundreds of Local Leaders Sign Letter Opposing Rail Reregulation Proposals


    November 21, 2017December 18, 2017

    Washington, D.C. — This week, GoRail delivered a letter jointly signed by over 450 local and state elected leaders, economic development officers, chambers of commerce, advocacy groups…

    Read More
  • Norfolk Southern CEO Emphasizes Common Goals, Commitment to Community
    Economic Impact

    Norfolk Southern CEO Emphasizes Common Goals, Commitment to Community


    November 13, 2017November 13, 2017

    Virginia Beach, VA — Norfolk Southern CEO James Squires was the keynote speaker at the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce’s latest “Leadership Series” event, addressing 150 attendees…

    Read More
Page 17 of 23« First«...10...1516171819...»Last »
Sidebar On/Off

Recent Posts

  • Nuts & Bolts: What Rail Yards Actually Do
  • Webinar Recap: Freight Rail’s Role in Greener Supply Chains
  • Texas Launches Major Rail Crossing Safety Program
  • On the Ground in D.C. — Railroad Day 2025
  • Strengthening Supply Chains: CORCA Explained
Subscribe to Gorail's The Spur

Let's Subscribe

Stay up to date on rail news and policy updates relevant to your community with The Spur, GoRail's monthly newsletter. We concisely cover everything from rail grant opportunities to state and federal policy issues to rail stories from communities across the nation.

About GoRail


GoRail works with thousands of community leaders across the country to tell the local story of freight rail — stronger economies, more jobs and cleaner skies.

Learn More

Quick Links


  • Issues
  • State by State
  • Rail 101
  • Grant Hub
  • Annual Reports
  • Rail at Work
  • Get on Board
  • Contact

Subscribe to our newsletter


Stay up to date on important rail news and policy issues with our monthly newsletter.

Subscribe Now
© GoRail 2025 All rights are reserved. Designed & Developed by Creative Manner
425 3rd St SW Suite 940, Washington, DC 20024
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • About
  • State by State
  • Rail 101