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Equipped with three drive modes—overhead line power via pantograph, battery, and diesel generator—the locomotive aims to increase operational flexibility and reduce diesel consumption.
The wagon is on display at InnoTrans 2024 in Berlin, located at rail 4/70.
TPER has placed an order for up to eight DualShunter 2000 bimodal locomotives from CZ Loko.
RAILPOOL is expanding its leadership team in Europe with two significant appointments, reflecting its commitment to growth in key markets.
The project aims to extend the lifespan of the infrastructure and accommodate the new digital signaling system being introduced across Denmark.
This decision, proposed by the Minister for Transport and Sustainable Mobility, Óscar Puente, claims to introduce a leader with extensive experience in both public and private sectors of the railway industry.
This initial phase covered the 31-kilometer stretch between Gällivare and Håmojåkk.
This testing took place on September 4-5, with the bulk train traveling from Sparwood to Golden in Canadian Bristish Columbia.
This merger follows a decision made by the Directorate of Railways and the Ministry of Transport last year to integrate Flytoget's routes into Vy's regional train services by 2028.
Green Cargo has announced plans to invest in a new network aimed at better reliability and operational efficiency by 2025.
In an exclusive interview, Anna Tigipko, Head of TAS Group companies, explains the status and further plans to establish TransANT on the European freight wagon market.
This investment aims to boost economic activity, technological advancement, and environmental initiatives across its nine operational sites in the country.
France welcomes a new rail operator with Transdev Rail Sud Inter-Métropoles (TRSI) to operate the Marseille-Toulon-Nice route.
The addition of these new box wagons supports the ongoing need for reliable and efficient transportation of various types of cargo within the region.
A historic rail milestone has been reached with the successful completion of the first fuel delivery by rail from Beira, Mozambique, to Malawi in 41 years.
The company aims to display its contributions to the European rail network and the breadth of its fleet.
The delivery of these hopper cars will continue in several batches over the upcoming months, according to the contract terms.
The Spanish government has authorized a tender for the modernization and maintenance of 43 locomotives in logistics centers across the country.
Towards the end of this year, the first batch of Vectron mainline locomotives will start operating on Swiss rails for domestic freight transport.
The SNCB Board of Directors has approved the 2025 train schedule, which will come into effect on 15 December 2024.
This morning in Prague at the Balabenka junction, a collision occurred between a CityElefant electric multiple unit 471 of České dráhy and a diesel multiple unit 813 operated by KŽC Doprava.
The Sektorbeirat consists of 23 members representing a broad spectrum of the railway industry, including rail companies, associations, and public transport authorities. It provides guidance to DB InfraGO AG in its restructuring process and aims to ensure greater transparency and professional exchange within the sector.
About the new generation of telematic sensors providing improved weight measuring.
Interested individuals can reach out to Christian Kahlbacher at WLC for more information on the Traincademy's offerings.
In the heart of the rail freight industry, a revolution is taking place. Long trains, and even Very Long Trains (VLTs), are becoming the new norm.
A stunt was performed on a riding train.
The Polish and Swedish freight incumbent carriers have initiated discussions on launching rail-ferry connections between Poland and Sweden.
The leased fleet will complement over 100 Vectrons ordered by ÖBB into its fleet internationally.
As of Sunday, 15 September 2024, severe weather continues to affect the railway network across Central Europe. Here is an update from Poland.
Severe weather conditions have led to significant disruptions in railway operations across the northeastern region of Czechia.
Railway operations in Slovenia have been severely affected by ongoing infrastructure works and recent adverse weather conditions, causing delays and reduced capacity on key routes.
Heavy rain, storms, and snowfall have caused significant disruptions to ÖBB’s railway services across Austria.
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) has committed up to $200 million for the Lobito Corridor Railway Project in Angola, in partnership with the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC).
The terminal’s location and capacity are expected to enhance the movement of grain across Brazil’s railway network, reinforcing the role of rail in supporting the country’s agribusiness and trade.
This initiative is part of a larger strategy to transport LPG efficiently from the Richards Bay LPG terminal in KwaZulu-Natal to South Africa’s economic heartland and neighboring regions.
6-axle articulated wagon Sggrss 80' for transportation of containers and swap bodies will be provided.
ÖBB has announced two major updates in its rail services this September.
The European Rail Freight Association (ERFA) has presented its strategic manifesto for the 2024-2029 legislative period, outlining key areas of focus for both the European Union and national governments.
The two companies will develop cooperation on a system for loading of non-craneable trailers onto rail with greater efficiency.
A formal agreement was signed on September 10, 2024, by key representatives from both companies.
The project is part of ongoing efforts to improve rail services in the region, responding to growing passenger demand and the need for more efficient, reliable rolling stock.
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The reforms are part of a long-term strategy to revitalise the railways, with the focus on delivering a reliable, efficient, and accessible service for all users.
-says Branko Petkovic, CEO of Kombinovani prevoz, in an exclusive interview for Railmarket News
A new domestic Italian route for transportation of new VW vehicles.
The launch of this terminal comes as part of Lemtrans’ broader strategy to create a network of container terminals across Ukraine.
The modernization involves extensive upgrades, with most components of the original locomotives replaced, leaving only the chassis from the old units.
VR Transpoint, the logistics arm of Finland's state railway company, is preparing for potential temporary layoffs in response to a decline in demand from key industrial sectors.
Skoda Group sees Talgo as complementary partner to its product portfolio.
The company has announced plans to establish North America’s first high-speed rail production facility in Horseheads, New York.