Amtrak’s NEC Rail Yard Modernization: Boston Project Details

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Introduction

Amtrak has awarded design-build contracts and initiated preconstruction activities for three rail yard modernization projects along the Northeast Corridor (NEC), aiming to enhance service reliability and improve train maintenance. These projects, located in Boston, New York City, and Washington, D.C., will support the maintenance of Amtrak’s new Airo and NextGen Acela trains.

Boston Yard Modernization

In Boston, at the Southampton Yard, a joint venture between SPS New England and Railroad Construction Co. (RCC) will handle the design and construction of a new maintenance facility and renovate existing ones. This project is designed to support Northeast Regional, Acela, and long-distance trains.

Project Scope

The scope of the Boston project includes constructing a two-track maintenance and inspection facility. Additionally, an existing two-track regional service and inspection facility will be renovated into a two-track service and cleaning facility.

Timeline and Budget

The Boston project is scheduled for completion in 2029. The estimated cost for this project is $583 million.

Conclusion

The rail yard modernization projects in Boston, New York City, and Washington, D.C., along with projects in Philadelphia, Seattle, and Rensselaer/Albany, New York, are intended to support Amtrak’s ridership growth and enhance passenger rail service.

Company Summary

Amtrak: Amtrak is a passenger railroad service provider.

SPS New England: A company involved in construction projects.

Railroad Construction Co. (RCC): A company involved in railroad construction.

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