🚂Railmark Industrial Railway Operation Exemption in Louisiana
Railmark Industrial Railway Inc. has filed for an exemption to operate as a common carrier on approximately nine miles of existing private track in Louisiana. This exemption, effective June 26, 2025, allows RIR to provide services to Cleco's Dolet Hills Power Station and other potential customers, promoting increased regional transportation efficiency.
Learn More🚂FRA Notice for BNSF Railway's Waiver on Safety Inspections
This document provides the public notice that BNSF Railway Company (BNSF) petitioned FRA for relief from certain regulations concerning inspections when combining and separating trains.
Learn More🚆Norfolk Southern's Acquisition
The Surface Transportation Board reviewed and classified Norfolk Southern Corporation’s acquisition of control over the Norfolk & Portsmouth Belt Line Railroad as a significant transaction, necessitating a more rigorous application process and potential regulatory scrutiny. The decision involves procedural requirements to ensure compliance and evaluates potential competitive effects in the rail industry.
Learn More🚂Mingus Mountain Railroad's Acquisition and Operational Exemption Overview
Mingus Mountain Railroad, LLC seeks an exemption to acquire and operate a 38.74-mile rail line from Clarkdale Arizona Central Railroad. Following a letter of intent, MMRL expects to conduct common carrier service and gain trackage rights over connecting lines, while ensuring no restrictions on future dealings with third-party carriers.
Learn More🚂Farmrail System's Control Exemption for Land Rush Rail Corporation
Farmrail System, Inc. has filed for an exemption to continue controlling Land Rush Rail Corporation as it becomes a Class III carrier, allowing it to operate a line leased from the Oklahoma Department of Transportation. The transaction is exempt from prior approval since it involves only Class III carriers, facilitating operational expansion in rail transportation.
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