Amtrak, officially known as the National Railroad Passenger Corporation, is the primary provider of intercity passenger rail services in the United States. Established in 1971 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily, connecting over 500 destinations across 46 states and three Canadian provinces. The company offers a range of services, including high-speed Acela Express, long-distance routes, and regional services, emphasizing safety, comfort, and environmental sustainability. Amtrak continues to invest in modernizing its fleet, enhancing stations, and improving infrastructure to provide efficient and reliable transportation options for millions of passengers annually.
Amtrak revises its long-distance fleet replacement plan to standardize on single-level passenger cars, reduce procurement risk and accelerate modernization.
New trainsets and ongoing infrastructure upgrades are improving reliability, capacity, and passenger experience on the Northeast Corridor as part of a long-term US rail modernisation effort.
The San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority has rebranded Amtrak San Joaquins as Gold Runner to reflect the service’s regional identity, vision, and long-term expansion plans in California.
Tunnel, bridge, and fleet upgrade program creates American construction and manufacturing jobs, drives economic growth, and improves mobility around the U.S.