Train derailment in Norway: Train driver dies and traffic is disrupted
A passenger train traveling from Trondheim S to Bodø derailed north of Bjerka on Thursday at approximately 14:15.
A passenger train traveling from Trondheim S to Bodø derailed north of Bjerka on Thursday at approximately 14:15.
Griffin 200 locomotives are being introduced into service at PKP Intercity, with nine of the units already delivered.
If you ride a train, it is very possible that it moves over welds made by one of KZESO machines. With deployment in over 100 countries worldwide, this Ukrainian company is a true leader in its niche.
The train, organized by Network Rail and Chiltern Railways, reconnected Oxford and Milton Keynes.
Preliminary work has commenced on a new passenger rail service connecting Mexico City with Querétaro.
The rail link offers weekly departures from both locations.
Türkiye’s railway sector continues to expand, with key developments that reflect the country’s increasing role as a logistics hub between Asia and Europe.
This service offers a sustainable alternative for transalpine freight transport, addressing the high traffic load and environmental concerns associated with road transport across the Alps.
The sale of Operail, a state-owned Estonian freight and rail service company, has moved into its final phase.
The expansion has resulted in a significant increase in the terminal’s operational capacity, positioning it as a key facility for handling reefer containers, semi-trailers, and swap bodies.
Škoda Group has unveiled its latest concept for night train travel, the "Sleep in Motion," during InnoTrans 2024.
The terminal is scheduled to open in mid-2025, providing additional intermodal capacity to meet the market demands of the Midwestern region, with scope for further expansion as needed in the future.
Green Mobility Partners' decision to opt for this model reflects the ongoing trend towards rail transport solutions with a focus on reliability and efficiency.
Meridian & Bigbee Railroad (MNBR) will keep its local service, under the umbrella of Genesee & Wyoming.
Another contractual victory for the Finnish operator expanding abroad.
This segment represents the first of three phases in the new Porto–Lisbon connection.
With this acquisition, BeNEX's portfolio grows to seven railway transport companies.
The project focuses on addressing the needs of the European and UK rail freight sectors.
This solution could lead to higher throughput on the central corridor between Asia and Europe.
The contract offers flexibility, including the possibility for LKAB to reduce the capacity to at least half with six months' notice.
Manufacturing for the project will take place at BEML’s Bengaluru rail coach complex, with the delivery scheduled for the end of 2026.
Budamar is modernizing its fleet by focusing on its extensive collection of freight wagons.
It will connect CLIP’s terminal in Swarzędz with Barcelona Can Tunis terminal.
First new out of 40 Vectrons arrived, and a new Hamburg – Padborg route opened.
After reviewing the options, it has been determined that the eastern route is not considered a feasible or reliable long-term solution.
Due to decreasing volumes of transport, neither Renfe Mercancías, nor Transfesa could be beneficiaries in this round.
The new rail terminal forms a critical part of the expansion, providing greater access for freight traffic through the port.
This railway, known as the Eastern Line, will connect Uganda to Kenya, reinforcing regional rail infrastructure across East Africa.
A new Budapest–Zeebrugge intermodal connection, and own traction in the Netherlands.
Hydrogen Mireo Plus H units will start operating by DB RegioNetz at the end of 2026.
The name change follows the company’s acquisition of the Uniform Safety Certificate, aligning it under the ORLEN Group’s branding.
Refurbished Class 168, complete City Beam fleet, and c2c tops customer satisfaction.
Tatravagónka's "Light Eighty," one of the highlights at the international InnoTrans fair, continues to evolve with new technical advancements.
The new locomotives are intended to ensure the safe and efficient movement of trains across the Oman-UAE railway network, contributing to the development of regional rail infrastructure.
In total, seven new trains should enable to link Blaise Diagne International Airport with Dakar.
The Vienna-based company prevailed in a tender process by offering tailored solutions and innovative services that meet DB Cargo's specific requirements.
If container volumes remain steady, this increased frequency will continue.
However, the rapid restoration of the line will require a four-week closure in the second or third quarter of 2025 to complete further repairs and install new components.
METRANS Rail Netherlands begins operations with first train arrival in Rotterdam
This industrial action is expected to affect rail traffic across Italy, leading to full or partial cancellations of Frecce, Intercity, and Trenitalia regional trains.
These locomotives will be deployed on key international routes, including connections from Prague to Berlin, Hamburg, Budapest, and Košice.
The company has been expanding its international network to better respond to the logistical needs of its clients.
The transport is ongoing, with over half of the total grain wagons expected to reach Lithuania by the end of this year.
DB Cargo has outlined its restructuring plans, which will take effect from 1 January 2025, following agreements reached between the Board of Management and the General Works Council.
The aim of these initiatives is to improve operational reliability and address growing travel demand by supplementing the fleet with available resources.
DB Cargo plans to deploy at least 100 of these locomotives, targeting a reduction in fuel consumption by 1 million liters of diesel annually, alongside a 30% improvement in energy efficiency.
Energy products lead the way, with almost double the amount compared to the second category of agricultural products.
Over the past year, several services have been added, reflecting a broader shift towards integrating rail and road logistics.
The 2024 sugar beet transport campaign has begun, as the first train arrived at the Magyar Cukor Zrt. factory in Kaposvár.
The section of the Bergen Railway between Finse and Myrdal remains closed following a fire in a snow cover between Fagernut and Hallingskeid on Monday, 7 October 2024.