Monday midday rail news:
Canadian Pacific, rail traffic controllers reach agreement on three-year contract
Canadian Pacific and the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference-Rail Canada Traffic Controllers have reached a tentative agreement on a new three-year contract. The union represents approximately 300 rail traffic controllers in Canada. “This is positive news for these important members of our CP family, who are integral to our safe and efficient operation,” CP CEO Keith Creel said in a press release. The contract is still subject to ratification. “We believe this tentative agreement is in the best interests of our members, and look forward to its successful ratification,” said TCRC-RCTC General Chair Jason Bailey.
Snow accumulation could cause Long Island Rail Road to suspend service
With New York City having declared a state of emergency and restricting travel to essential personnel only, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority is cautioning riders that Long Island Rail Road service, already operating on a weekend schedule because of heavy snow hitting the New York area, could be suspended entirely if snow accumulation reaches 10 to 13 inches because of issues with third-rail power. The National Weather Service is forecasting accumulations of up to 15 inches. Watch the MTA website and smartphone apps for more information.
NTSB plans meeting on ‘Most Wanted List’
The National Transportation Safety Board will hold a public meeting on March 9 to finalize its 2021-22 “Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements,” areas where the board believes improvements can prevent accidents, reduce injuries, and save lives. The NTSB has previously held media briefings to announce the list, but is holding a public meeting this year in response to a General Accounting Office report calling for more transparency in the development of the list. The event will be webcast starting at 9:30 a.m. EST; a link will be available before the meeting at this web page.
