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Infrastructure

Adif partners with Ukrainian Railways for railway modernization

A key focus of the cooperation is the use of Adif's variable gauge freight system, which aims to streamline cross-border transport and strengthen rail connectivity between Ukraine and Europe.

Marketa Horpeniakova March 8, 2024 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

European Parliament makes a step forward to the use of railway infrastructure capacity in the Single European Railway Area.

The European Parliament's Transport and Tourism Committee (TRAN) has recently advanced its stance to increase railway capacity and boost reliability.

Lubomir Cech March 6, 2024 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

Vinjan viaduct: another milestone in the construction of the second railway track to Koper

The Vinjan Viaduct, a key component of Slovenia's railway infrastructure expansion, was recently completed.

Lubomir Cech March 5, 2024 · 2 min read

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Siemens Mobility: €115 million for state-of-the-art factory

Siemens Mobility is replacing its current rail infrastructure site in Chippenham, Wiltshire, UK, with a state-of-the-art factory, digital engineering and R&D facility.

Karel Novak March 5, 2024 · 2 min read

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Historic breakthrough for HS2’s longest tunnel

Giant tunnelling machine - called 'Florence' - completes 16km journey under the Chilterns in 2 years and 9 months.

Karel Novak March 1, 2024 · 2 min read

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India starts over 2,000 railway infrastructure projects

The Indian government has initiated a massive overhaul of the country's railway infrastructure.

Lubomir Cech February 28, 2024 · 2 min read

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PortCastelló Finalizes Internal Railway Network Construction

The Port Authority of Castellón has announced the completion of its storage and classification station situated at the south dock.

Lubomir Cech February 23, 2024 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

Draft Rail Reform Bill unveiled: A new era for UK railways

The proposal promises to modernize the rail network, enhancing efficiency, reliability, and customer service through streamlined operations and private-sector innovation.

Marketa Horpeniakova February 22, 2024 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

Norfolk Southern completes $1 billion comprehensive rail network upgrade

The extensive initiative, focused on improving safety and operational efficiency, included upgrading tracks, bridges, and public grade crossings and installing advanced safety systems.

Marketa Horpeniakova February 19, 2024 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

A new era in São Paulo state rail mobility: The TIC Project

The State of São Paulo is starting public hearings for the Intercidades Train (TIC) Eixo Norte project.

Lubomir Cech February 15, 2024 · 2 min read

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Innovative multimodal interchange transforms Taranto into a sustainability hub

With an emphasis on green design and operation, this redevelopment not only addresses Taranto's pollution challenges but also provides a model for future sustainable urban projects.

Marketa Horpeniakova February 15, 2024 · 3 min read

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Amtrak awards contract to build a new tunnel in Baltimore

This project is part of a broader initiative to modernize a 10-mile section of the Northeast Corridor.

Lubomir Cech February 13, 2024 · 2 min read

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SBB to improve rail services through the Gotthard Base Tunnel from March 2024

SBB will introduce additional weekend passenger trains and a new early morning commuter train from Ticino, as well as increased capacity for freight trains.

Marketa Horpeniakova February 9, 2024 · 2 min read

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California Railways get $31.4 million for infrastructure upgrades

Funding aimed at improving safety, efficiency, and regional supply chains marks a critical step in upgrading and expanding Sierra Northern Railway and Mendocino Railway.

Marketa Horpeniakova February 7, 2024 · 2 min read

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Modernisation of the Wels intermodal terminal has started

Higher throughput of the terminal near Austrian Linz is expected since 2027.

Lubomir Cech January 31, 2024 · 2 min read

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Rail Baltica: Kaunas railway node infrastructure plan approved

The Lithuanian Government has approved the infrastructure development plan for the Kaunas railway node as part of the Rail Baltica project.

Lubomir Cech January 30, 2024 · 2 min read

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Hannibal increases rail logistics between Melzo and Rotterdam

From 5 February, the increase from three to five daily departures demonstrates Hannibal's commitment to environmentally friendly transport solutions with improved efficiency and capacity.

Marketa Horpeniakova January 25, 2024 · 2 min read

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DB: biggest infrastructure programme for capacity and quality

DB presented its new subsidiary DB InfraGO AG for the first time yesterday in Berlin. The new company is launching the most comprehensive programme to renew and modernise the rail network and stations.

Karel Novak January 23, 2024 · 2 min read

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Train derails in Romania - temporary suspension of railway traffic

The Global Rail Solutions train crash caused traffic disruption on the Craiova – Caracal route.

Lubomir Cech January 17, 2024 · 2 min read

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Howard G. Buffett Foundation invests in new dry port on Ukraine – Hungary border

The foundation, alongside other partners, has invested in a facility near the Ukraine-Hungary border.

Lubomir Cech January 11, 2024 · 1 min read