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    Albertville, AL 35950

    COMPANY OVERVIEW

    About Progress Rail

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    1600 Progress Dr.
    Albertville, AL 35950
    http://www.progressrail.com
    800-494-5924

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    Supplier of products and services to the rail industry in North America focusing on two main areas, engineering & track services locomotive & railcar services.

    Products and Press Releases

    Progress Rail
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    Rail Vehicle Builders, Components & Accessories

    EMD Passenger Locomotives

    June 6, 2023
    By replacing older engines and control systems with new, state-of-the-art, clean technology, the next generation of EMD® Passenger Locomotives are ready to provide reliable service...
    Metra
    Metra's remanufactured EMD SD70MACH is the first of 15 locomotives scheduled to arrive at the Chicago area passenger railroad.
    Vehicles

    Metra unveils first of its remanufactured locomotives

    Metra
    Oct. 13, 2022
    The locomotive is the first of 15 remanufactured locomotives that will enter Metra service.
    Progress Rail
    Vehicles

    Repower Locomotives

    May 31, 2022
    Progress Rail can extend a locomotive’s life by 10 years or more.
    Fueling & Propulsion

    Progress Rail develops battery switcher in conjunction with Vale

    July 29, 2020
    The new switcher includes battery capacity being delivered to Vale of 1.9 megawatt hours and could reach up to 2.4 megawatt hours with additional options available.
    Management

    Progress Rail to acquire Cleveland Track Material, Inc.

    Oct. 31, 2019
    The acquisition will complement Progress Rail’s current trackwork products and aligns with the company’s goal of profitable growth.
    Maintenance

    Progress Rail showcases lifecycle customer solutions at Railway Interchange

    Sept. 24, 2019
    The experience providers customers a view of the company’s rolling stock and infrastructure solutions.
    Rail

    Progress Rail and Bangladesh Railways Sign Contract for 40 State-of-the-Art EMD GT Series Locomotives

    Feb. 7, 2019
    Progress Rail has signed a contract with Bangladesh Railways to supply 40 EMD GT42ACL broad gauge locomotives, equipped with the latest locomotive technology.
    Rail

    Progress Rail Showcases Digital Transformation through Virtual Experiences and Increased Focus on Data Driven Rail Solutions at InnoTrans 2018

    Sept. 17, 2018
    Progress Rail will highlight its extensive line of rolling stock, infrastructure and engine solutions available for freight and transit customers through a new lens this year....
    Rail

    Progress Rail Signs Contract with Canadian Pacific for 30 Modernized Locomotives

    July 3, 2018
    Progress Rail has announced it has been chosen by Canadian Pacific to supply an order of 30 upgraded EMD SD70ACU locomotives — otherwise known as modernized versions of SD90MAC...
    Rail

    Progress Rail Signs Contract with Canadian Pacific for 30 Modernized Locomotives

    June 26, 2018
    Progress Rail has announced it has been chosen by Canadian Pacific to supply an order of 30 upgraded EMD SD70ACU locomotives — otherwise known as modernized versions of SD90MAC...

    Articles & News

    Metra
    A rendering of the possible color scheme for Metra's battery-powered locomotive.
    Vehicles

    Metra pursuing zero-emission locomotives

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Aug. 18, 2022
    The plan, approved by the commuter railroad’s board, will convert up to six of Metra’s oldest locomotives to battery power.
    Mass Transit/Leah Harnack
    The Bombardier TALENT 3 battery-operated train made its maiden voyage at Bombardier's Hennigsdorf site. It is 50 percent quieter than modern diesel trains and sees peak values of 90 percent in the areas of efficiency and recyclability.
    Rail

    InnoTrans 2018: Technology and Innovations for Tomorrow's Mobility

    Sept. 17, 2018
    A breakdown of some of the products and technologies from InnoTrans 2018 that are making mobility faster, cleaner, safer and more reliable.
    Brookville
    A preliminary rendering of the proposed Brookville Liberty LRV for Sound Transit Tacoma Link. Design details and color of the actual vehicles may be subject to change.
    Home

    February 2018 People & Places

    Feb. 8, 2018
    People on the MoveMetro BusJim PerezMetro Bus appointed Jim Perez as chief operating officer. Perez has served in various transit operations, management and leadership roles throughout...
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    Equipment & Supplies

    November Product Feature: Maintenance

    Nov. 16, 2017
    The latest in maintenance products, view more at http://www.masstransitmag.com/directory/maintenance
    InnoTrans
    InnoTrans 2016
    Home

    Experiencing Rail's Latest Developments

    Sept. 20, 2016
    A breakdown of some of the products and technologies we saw that are making mobility faster, cleaner, safer and more reliable while at InnoTrans 2016.

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    Management

    Progress Rail’s New Signaling Acquisition, ECM S.p.A., Appoints Managing Director

    April 30, 2018
    Since joining Progress Rail, ECM has been committed to exploring opportunities for additional market growth.
    Rail

    Progress Rail Acquires ECM S.p.A., Italian Signal Provider

    Jan. 4, 2018
    Progress Rail has acquired ECM S.p.A., an international provider of signal solutions and technologies devoted to the safety, control and enhancement of railway infrastructure....
    Management

    Progress Rail to Acquire Downer Freight Rail

    Nov. 27, 2017
    In a move to further complement its rolling stock services portfolio, Progress Rail has signed an agreement to acquire Downer EDI’s freight rail business.
    Progress Rail
    EOT Device.
    Rail

    Norfolk Southern Places First Order for Advanced End-of-Train Technology with Progress Rail

    Sept. 21, 2017
    Building upon its longstanding relationship of delivering quality products and services, Progress Rail has reached a preliminary agreement to supply its first new order of advanced...
    Rail

    Progress Rail Builds Upon Global Agreement with Seeing Machines

    Sept. 18, 2017
    Progress Rail has confirmed it has signed an updated Master Development Agreement with Seeing Machines, an industry leader in computer vision technologies, which enable machines...
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    EMD24B locomotive.
    Rail

    Progress Rail Completes Emissions Testing for EMD24B, Tier 4 Switch Locomotive

    Feb. 23, 2017
    Progress Rail has announced it has successfully completed initial emissions testing of its new, repower locomotive — the EMD24B — and has begun the process of certifying the locomotive...
    Rail

    Progress Rail Highlights Advanced Technologies and Predictive Analytics Capabilities

    Sept. 21, 2016
    Progress Rail, a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., showcased the latest technology solutions and one of the broadest offerings of rolling stock and infrastructure products...
    Rail

    Progress Rail Unveils First EMD F125 Passenger Locomotive

    July 19, 2016
    Progress Rail has released its first EMD F125 passenger locomotive, produced at its Muncie, Indiana facility, to the Southern California Regional Rail Authority’s (SCRRA) commuter...
    Rail

    Progress Rail to Acquire Inspired Systems

    May 2, 2016
    In an effort to expand its rail signaling offerings, Progress Rail Services Corporation has acquired Inspired Systems Pty Ltd.