Notice 5 May 2025 regulatory compliance, transportation industry, bnsf, trackage rights, rail transport, union pacific, california, logistics

🚂BNSF Railway Trackage Rights Exemption from Union Pacific Approved

The Surface Transportation Board has granted BNSF Railway Company permission for trackage rights to expire, which were originally set to remain effective indefinitely. This decision aims to minimize regulatory burdens and facilitate the movement of unit ballast trains necessary for maintenance projects, aligning with established rail transportation policies.

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Notice 22 Apr 2025 regulations, kansas, railroad, federal railroad administration, union pacific, safety, transportation

🚆Notice on Railroad Signal System Modification by Union Pacific

This document provides the public notice that by letter received October 18, 2024, Union Pacific Railroad (UP) petitioned FRA seeking approval to discontinue or modify a signal system.

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Notice 19 Feb 2025 regulation, transportation, railroad, union pacific, kansas city, operation exemption

🚂Kansas City West Bottoms Railroad Operation Exemption Overview

Kansas City West Bottoms Railroad, LLC has filed for an exemption to lease and operate a railroad line from Union Pacific Railroad, along with adjacent yard tracks. The operational plans and revenue projections indicate a significant step for the business as it seeks to become a Class III rail carrier while outlining commitments to limit future interchanges with third-party carriers.

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Compliance, Regulatory Requirements 10 Jan 2025 transportation, rail industry, california, union pacific, trackage rights, bnsf