Welcome to Maine Rail Group

Downeaster will be receiving Airo equipment in 2030 - read about what to expect. https://www.railwayage.com/passenger/intercity/amtrak-airo-debuts-in-pacific-northwest/?utm_source=Rail%20Group%20News&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=61575

 Relocating Portland Station will transform passenger rail in Maine:

https://edition.pagesuite.com/popovers/dynamic_article_popover.aspx?artguid=0f26d416-faf8-4daf-a1cc-7c26a33deb0d

While it’s good news that an immediate government shutdown will be avoided, funding levels for transit and passenger rail are more grim. Notably, the CR doesn’t include advance appropriations for public transit or passenger rail. According to the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), this results in a 20% cut from current public transit funding levels and an 81% cut in passenger rail—on top of no guaranteed funding for passenger rail. https://www.masstransitmag.com/management/article/55403068/surface-transportation-programs-extended-to-december-2026

https://www.rtands.com/track-structure-2/bridge-retaining-walls-tunnels/north-station-draw-one-bridge-project-marks-milestone/?utm_source=&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=61003

One can always dream....but a good history with hope for the future:

https://www.sfgate.com/centralcoast/article/solvang-glamping-resort-22412725.php?utm_content=cta&sid=663e722da6478e305607df21&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_term=roundup&utm_campaign=sfgt%20%7C%20the%20daily&stn=nf

In another win for the Downeaster, the Haverhill Station in Massachusetts will be double tracked, speeding up service, and offering a new station. 

https://www.rtands.com/track-construction/mbta-lands-139-6mm-for-commuter-rail-double-track/