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Amtrak News | Oct 03, 2024

Amtrak has partnered with Google to integrate its travel information into Google Search, promoting rail travel as a sustainable alternative to air travel...

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Amtrak

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Amtrak is the national rail operator in the United States, providing intercity passenger rail services across 21,000 route miles in 46 states, the District of Columbia, and three Canadian provinces. With over 300 trains operating daily, Amtrak connects more than 500 destinations, focusing on safe, efficient, and high-quality travel experiences for its customers. The company employs over 20,000 professionals and emphasizes public safety, customer service, and energy-efficient travel.

Updates as of Oct 03, 2024

  • Amtrak has partnered with Google to integrate its travel information into Google Search, promoting rail travel as a sustainable alternative to air travel.
  • Amtrak plans major renovations and expansions at Chicago Union Station, including improvements to passenger concourse, platforms, and ventilation systems, as the station approaches its 100th anniversary next year.
  • On October 3, 2024, an Amtrak train headed to Newport News collided with a pickup truck hauling a boat in New Kent County, Virginia, causing delays as the incident was investigated by police and Amtrak.
  • Amtrak has adopted a dynamic, airline-style pricing model, which has removed the advantage of flexible and reasonably priced last-minute travel.
  • Amtrak will launch a new temporary route called the Floridian between Chicago and Miami on November 10, 2024, taking 47 hours and helping alleviate traffic during the East River Tunnel renovation.
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  • Kuvesh Ayer, Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer at Amtrak, will participate in the 'Raising the Bar on Supplier Diversity' panel during Construction Inclusion Week on October 17th.
  • Amtrak offers up to 60% off with Share Fares for group travel.
  • Amtrak is currently seeking a Lead Technologist in the United States.
  • Amtrak is currently hiring for the position of Sr Project Director - Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program Rail Systems in the United States.
  • Amtrak is currently hiring for the position of AVP MP Railyards & Facilities in the United States.
  • Amtrak is currently hiring for the position of Commercial Director in the United States.
  • Amtrak is currently seeking a Principal Project Manager in the United States.
  • Amtrak is working on improving their Wi-Fi speed, which currently does not support high-bandwidth activities like streaming or downloading large files.
  • Amtrak is considering combining the Silver Star and Capitol Limited routes, potentially creating a new service similar to the former Floridian.

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