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This move represents Renfe's entry into the Italian market, with plans to begin operating regional passenger services in Piedmont starting in January.
While the company agrees with the report's findings and plans to implement the recommended actions, it seeks to clarify certain misunderstandings that have emerged.
A new agreement for diesel multiple units was signed between Trinity Metro and Stadler in the US.
The two companies achieve over 80% CO₂-free steel transport by rail.
The project, valued at approximately €56.1 million, aims to secure the port's performance while supporting ecological goals in port logistics.
Azerbaijan has dispatched its first-ever railway export shipment to China, signaling a new phase in trade relations between the two countries.
The company plans to use them for transporting construction machinery and materials.
The first wagons were delivered to Donau Chemie's plant in Brückl, Carinthia, earlier this year and are now operational.
At the occasion of 25th anniversary of the partnership, a special livery was unveiled.
These powerful four-axle units are being prepared for freight operations in Sweden and Norway.
Passengers travelling on the West Coast Main Line experienced major disruptions on 25 November 2024 between Milton Keynes and Rugby due to severe flooding from Storm Bert.
Manufactured in Turkey and Algeria, the pipes arrive by sea at the port of Brake on the Lower Weser.
Bertschi has commenced operations at the newly completed Antwerp Zomerweg Terminal (AZT) in Belgium.
A freight train collided with a stationary construction train on the Cologne–Aachen railway line near Kerpen-Dorsfeld in Germany on 22 November 2024, resulting in three injuries, including one serious.
A summary of recent news from the Canadian freight railroads.
This early contract renewal highlights the significance of rail transport in Switzerland's postal and parcel delivery network.
Several European freight operators are expanding their services and partnerships to strengthen cross-border rail connectivity.
GATX Rail Europe has entered into a partnership with PJ Monitoring (PJM) to broaden its telematics sensor portfolio and enhance capabilities in rail operations.
The contract spans seven years with an option to extend for up to two additional years.
These trains will be deployed in Baden-Württemberg and Saale-Thuringia-Southern Harz (STS) networks in Germany.
Hitachi Rail has secured contracts to install European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 1 digital signalling on two railway lines in Thailand, covering a total of 780.7 km.
In the early hours today at approximately 1:20 a.m., a freight train carrying grain derailed in Kuźnia Raciborska in the south of Poland.
This transfer reflects a trend of reusing rail assets to support mobility in developing regions, highlighting the longevity of railway equipment and its adaptability for new operations.
The transaction contributes to the extension of the company's debt maturity profile and adds diversity to its investor base, which includes institutions from the US, UK, and Switzerland.
The procurement includes 36 local trains and 19 regional trains, part of an agreement signed in 2022, which also includes an option to purchase up to 200 trains in total.
The company allocates approximately 40 million euros annually to maintain its 5,000-kilometer network, 13,000 switches, and station areas equivalent to the size of 500 football fields.
The step-by-step takeover of services is part of a broader effort to manage operations with its own traction, aiming to streamline processes and maintain reliability.
This agreement is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to update its rolling stock through domestic production facilities.
The addition of diesel locomotives for lease should help the solution for strong diesel locomotives shortage in Scandinavia.
These projects aim to extend sidings to accommodate 750-meter freight trains, supporting increased freight rail capacity.
These single-deck units are scheduled for gradual entry into service starting in 2026, targeting regional routes in Switzerland and cross-border operations.
This move aligns with Railcare's long-term strategy to develop the workshop to meet growing market demand.
Construction works are planned for completion by July 2025.
The results underscore Mobility’s role in Siemens Group’s broader financial stability and growth.
The transaction awaits approval from the Finnish Competition Authority, expected by the end of the year.
Lucerne-headquartered Wascosa has appointed Thomas Schilliger as its new Chief Operations Officer (COO) as of November 1, 2024.
This rolling stock manufacturer is reportedly the first rail vehicle manufacturer in Poland to maintain this level of quality standard across three consecutive years.
This introduction is part of a broader effort to improve commuter services in the Greater Dublin Area.
These adjustments align the freight wagons with China Railway's operational requirements for bulk cargo transport across its network.
This locomotive features a new paint design and is part of LogServ's ongoing effort to streamline its fleet.
Volkswagen is partnering with Union Pacific Railroad to distribute imported vehicles to approximately 300 dealerships across the central and western United States.
The completion of phase two brings several infrastructure improvements designed to increase capacity and efficiency at the Cicero facility.
Israel Railways marked the arrival of its final electric Traxx locomotive in Lod, closing a chapter on an agreement made nearly a decade ago.
In light of recent developments, the unions have filed a social alert (DCI) and plan a coordinated response, urging the government to reconsider its approach to the rail sector’s structural organization and funding.
He succeeds Paul Scurrah and officially assumed his role on 11 November 2024.
The Laaers carriers are equipped with advanced loading options and can handle heavier electric models, aligning with Hödlmayr's goal to double its rail proportion by 2030.
Expansion of the the logistics solutions available for transporting sawn timber and other goods.
This service is designed to address demand for increased cargo capacity between these regions and provides two round trips per week.
This decision allows the project to proceed with the development of a detailed railway plan.
New KZ6A locomotives will replace over 40-year-old VL-80 locomotives.