Amtrak officials stated, 'There is no other way' to expand Penn Station's capacity, indicating that they have exhausted all alternatives after a long deliberation.
Petra Messick of Amtrak emphasized the station's necessity for growth, arguing that expanding its boundaries is critical for accommodating more trains and travelers.
Despite trends showing reduced ridership due to the pandemic, Amtrak and New Jersey Transit still aim to double train services during peak hours by enhancing infrastructure.
The Gateway tunnel project is a significant investment aimed at modernizing the rail system, as it seeks to add crucial capacity to the aging infrastructure beneath the Hudson.
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