Overview

• Amtrak began revenue service with five NextGen Acela trainsets on the Northeast Corridor, certified to reach 160 mph.
• The new trains add roughly 27% more seating and offer wider seats, extra legroom, free 5G Wi‑Fi, and power at every seat.
• The rollout will expand to 28 trainsets by 2027 under Amtrak’s phased introduction plan.
• Federal officials announced a $7 billion overhaul for New York’s Penn Station under Andy Byford’s leadership, including a $43 million grant to Amtrak and a target to secure a master developer by May 2026.
• Amtrak reported $4.3 billion in operating expenses against $3.6 billion in revenue last year, and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the new fleet supports the push toward profitability.