positive train control

Connecticut moves forward with PTC system

December 30, 2009

The State of Connecticut is funding engineering work for a positive train control system for Metro-North Railroad’s New Haven commuter rail line within the state.

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Metrolink expands train-stop systems

October 28, 2009

Metrolink, the southern California commuter rail operator, has added automatic train stop systems at 49 additional locations.

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A look at Metrolink’s control center

August 19, 2009

Metrolink plans to build a new operations center to accommodate the technology needed to support a positive train control system, scheduled for 2012.

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Feds post proposed rules on positive train controls

July 17, 2009

This week the Federal Railroad Administration issued proposed rules designed to prevent train collisions with use of positive train control.

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