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Geismar Italia's rail inspection vehicles were tested by PJM in Ireland

The tests, carried out in compliance with European regulations and tailored to the specific conditions of the Irish rail system, aim to ensure the vehicles' suitability for the country's unique infrastructure.

Marketa Horpeniakova July 12, 2023 · 2 min read

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Service kits and training to PT KAI from Wabtec

Wabtec Corporation signed an agreement with PT IMECO to support parts for the 150 Wabtec CM20EMP locomotives of PT KAI.

Lubomir Cech July 12, 2023 · 1 min read

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Adif AV expands fleet with €21 million investment in auscultator train for rail infrastructure assessment

The vehicle, which can travel at speeds of up to 300 km/h on standard gauge tracks, is equipped with advanced dynamic track and overhead line auscultation systems, odometry capabilities, and power collection analysis equipment.

Marketa Horpeniakova July 5, 2023 · 2 min read

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Northrail and RIVE ordered 15 Alstom Traxx Universal locomotives, with an option for more

Asset manager and lessor Northrail, on behalf of RIVE Private Investment, concluded a framework agreement with Alstom to deliver up to 50 Traxx Universal locomotives, with a fixed order for the first fifteen locomotives.

Lubomir Cech June 30, 2023 · 2 min read

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Modernization for ČD continues: CZ LOKO transforms 742 series into next-generation locomotives

Equipped with ETCS and various technical upgrades, these locomotives will contribute to the fleet renewal strategy and ensure reliable and cost-effective maintenance.

Marketa Horpeniakova June 28, 2023 · 3 min read

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100, 500, 2,500: the week of anniversaries of rolling stock manufacturers and lessors

In a span of a single week, two rolling stock manufacturers and one leasing company announced round numbers that celebrate their milestones.

Lubomir Cech June 20, 2023 · 2 min read

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The cause of the Indian train disaster: a fault in the electronic signalling system

The Bahanaga train disaster site in Odisha was visited by Indian Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to assess rehabilitation efforts.

Karel Novak June 5, 2023 · 2 min read

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Railway disaster in India: Nearly 300 dead, more than 900 injured

On Friday 2 June, a tragic incident occurred in the eastern Indian state of Orissa. Two passenger trains collided. According to the latest information, 288 people have died and around 900 have been injured, but there may still be many people trapped underneath the carriages. A rescue operation is under way.

Karel Novak June 3, 2023 · 2 min read

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Siemens Mobility: €530 million contract extension for rail vehicle maintenance in North of England

The extension will run for 8 years, until 2031, and builds upon Siemens Mobility's recent digital upgrade, allowing the trains to remotely monitor their condition through Railigent X technology.

Marketa Horpeniakova June 1, 2023 · 2 min read

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TX Logistik Boosts Intermodal Capacity with 115 New Wagons

TX Logistik has announced the procurement of 115 T3000 double pocket wagons for its intermodal transport operations.

Lubomir Cech May 23, 2023 · 1 min read

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RailAdventure Expands Its Fleet by 2 Locomotives to Offer Services in More Countries

RailAdventure, a rail service provider for the railway industry, is expanding its electric locomotives fleet. It recently purchased a new Stadler Euro6000 locomotive and a second-hand Siemens ES64U4 locomotive.

Lubomir Cech May 11, 2023 · 1 min read

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CARGOUNIT will get nine more Siemens Vectron locomotives

CARGOUNIT, leading locomotives leasing company in Central and Eastern Europe, fully executes the option from a framework agreement with Siemens Mobility and orders 9 more Vectron MS locomotives.

Lubomir Cech May 9, 2023 · 2 min read

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Dozens injured in train crash in the Netherlands

At least one person was killed and around 30 injured after a train accident on Tuesday morning in Voorschoten, the Netherlands, between The Hague and Amsterdam.

RAILMARKET NEWS April 4, 2023 · 1 min read

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Transfesa Logistics: new 200 car transport wagons

With these wagons, the company aims to promote the development of UIC gauge traffic on the Mediterranean corridor.

Karel Novak April 4, 2023 · 1 min read

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Norway spends millions on train gift to Ukraine

Old Norwegian trains may now get a new lease of life on the Ukrainian railway. Earlier this year, Norway donated 32 bridges to Ukraine. Now the donation will be followed by a total of twelve diesel train sets requested by Ukraine.

Karel Novak March 31, 2023 · 1 min read