Brightline Trains

Congratulations to Brightline President Patrick Goddard who was recently honored with the Sustainability and Social Impact Award by the Brazil-Florida Business Council, Inc. This prestigious recognition celebrates his leadership in driving one of the most innovative infrastructure projects in the U.S. Brightline is creating jobs, boosting economic growth, and setting a new standard for sustainable high-speed rail, serving as a blueprint for the future of train travel in America. ??

Planning your holiday travels? Here are some tips for a smooth journey with Brightline! ??? Wishing everyone safe and joyful travels this holiday season.

Celebrating one year injury-free.?? Our engineering team’s achievement is a milestone that reflects Brightline’s company-wide commitment to safety and our value of caring beyond ourselves. Every day, our teammates show that prioritizing each other’s well-being is fundamental to who we are and how we operate. Thank you to each member of the engineering team for upholding these values. Together, we’re building a safer, stronger Brightline—one milestone at a time.

This past Saturday, Brightline hosted our annual Passenger Train Full-Scale Emergency Simulation, a crucial exercise mandated by law. It’s a valuable opportunity for our team and first responders to train for onboard emergencies. This year, we gathered at our Basecamp facility in Orlando, welcoming partners from Orange County Fire Rescue, GOAA Fire Rescue, Cocoa Police Department, Orange County Sheriff's Office, and Florida Highway Patrol. Our dedicated Teammates—engineers, conductors, train attendants, and operations managers—played their roles, while other Teammates and their families stepped in to represent onboard Guests. It was a great day of teamwork and preparedness!

Our Brightline teammates, alongside our partner Orlando Health, were honored to welcome over 200 Special Olympics Florida athletes, coaches, and volunteers as they embarked on their journey to the State Fall Classic Games in Orlando! From an inspiring send-off at MiamiCentral to a warm welcome in Orlando, we are grateful to support these incredible athletes. ??

Brightline was featured in Condé Nast Traveler's "Bright Ideas in Travel 2024". Our high-speed rail service connects major cities across Florida, providing a comfortable and eco-friendly travel experience that’s redefining how people move. We’re honored to be recognized as a leader in modern rail travel and look forward to welcoming new travelers in the years to come. Read more about our feature here: https://bit.ly/4eDxRZ7

What a send off! We are traveling in style once again thanks to our incredible partners at Brightline Trains and Orlando Health! Over 250 athletes from Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties are on their way to Orlando to compete in Special Olympics Florida’s State Fall Classic Games at Disney Sports/ESPN Wide World of Sports. Big thank you to Ali Soule, Michael H. and team for all of your efforts to make our athletes feel celebrated!

We’re proud to announce that Barbara Drahl, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Commercial Strategy, has been named one of Orlando Business Journal’s 2024 Most Influential Leaders! Barbara's commitment to transforming transportation across Florida through innovative marketing and strategic vision has set new standards in our industry. Her leadership not only advances Brightline's mission but also strengthens the community, enhancing connections across Central Florida and beyond. Congratulations, Barbara, on this well-deserved honor – your impact is felt far and wide. Join us in celebrating this achievement! #OBJMIL

Rail safety is everyone's responsibility. Always expect a train—staying vigilant can make a life-saving difference. Let's prioritize safety together! ?? "

Happy Halloween from the Brightline team! Skip the traffic nightmare, ride Brightline ????