Jason Orthner spoke to the High Speed Rail Association today. Some great insight into the Rail Division’s goals and plans.
One interesting callout - As a part of the Piedmont Improvement Program, overhead bridges were built with clearance in mind for overhead electrification. It’s not a project element in the S-line project, but it’s encouraging to see they have it in mind. Also, no mention of battery or hydrogen power (yay)! NCDOT Rail Division is truly a shining jewel.
And I dig Mr. Orthner’s train posters in his office 