Projects

Infrastructure

Decision on the location of Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (CPK) airport issued

The decision on the location of Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (CPK) Airport has been officially given by the Voivode of Mazowieckie, the head of the Central Polish Region. This step effectively initiates the investment process.

Karel Novak January 13, 2025 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

NGE was awarded contract for railway infrastructure upgrade between Casablanca and Nouaceur in Morocco

The project is part of the broader master plan to increase capacity on the Kenitra–Marrakech corridor, in preparation for Morocco’s future high-speed rail (HSR) network.

Lubomir Cech January 3, 2025 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Freight rail operations between Cherbourg port and Bayonne will resume after a successful test run

On December 10, 2024, a pilot freight train completed a test run along the railway line connecting Cherbourg-en-Cotentin station to the newly established rail terminal at the port of Cherbourg.

Lubomir Cech January 1, 2025 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

CPK: EUR 18 billion for development of high-speed railway in Poland

On the last day of 2024, the Council of Ministers has approved the updated Multiannual Programme for the Central Communication Port (CPK) covering the years 2024-2032.

Lubomir Cech January 1, 2025 · 3 min read

Business

Top 10 news of 2024: The most-clicked articles on Railmarket News

As the year ends, it is time to look back at the news we published – and what captured your interest the most.

Lubomir Cech December 31, 2024 · 3 min read

Technology & Innovation

ETCS Level 1 Limited Supervision from Kombud Group offers cost-efficient solutions for European railways

Kombud Group has introduced an approach to implementing ETCS Level 1 Limited Supervision (ETCS L1 LS), designed to replace decommissioned Class B systems across European rail networks.

Lubomir Cech December 31, 2024 · 1 min read

Passenger Rail

Poland: Integrated railway network development plan instead of a new schedule updated every December

This effort, carried out under the oversight of the Ministry of Infrastructure, aims to establish a comprehensive, long-term plan for Poland’s railway network through a regulation by the Council of Ministers.

Lubomir Cech December 31, 2024 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

Malaysia Rail Link establishes joint venture for East Coast Rail Link operations with CCCECRL

The partnership introduces a shared operational framework, dividing responsibilities and financial risks equally between the two parties.

Lubomir Cech December 25, 2024 · 1 min read

Rolling Stock

Ukrzaliznytsia arranges financing to acquire new electric locomotives and develop its own gas-fired energy production

The current steps are aimed at maintaining transport capacity for both freight and passengers, as well as supporting broader infrastructure needs throughout Ukraine.

Lubomir Cech December 23, 2024 · 2 min read

Rolling Stock

VR FleetCare receives order for heavy transport wagons serving Norwegian and Swedish defence forces

The project covers both design and approval work, followed by initial serial production of ten units, with an option available for an additional 110.

Lubomir Cech December 23, 2024 · 1 min read

Infrastructure

Vietnam railways and China Railway Signal & Communication set terms for new cross-border and domestic railway initiatives

Under the agreement, both parties will engage in planning, construction, training, and related operational tasks.

Lubomir Cech December 20, 2024 · 1 min read

Infrastructure

CPK receives €805 million capital increase for rail and airport projects

The funds are allocated to support ongoing work on the airport and high-speed railway infrastructure projects.

Lubomir Cech December 18, 2024 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

DB reopens Frankfurt/Main-Mannheim line

The Riedbahn has been operating again since yesterday night.

Karel Novak December 16, 2024 · 3 min read

Passenger Rail

Vietnam progresses plans for North-South high-speed railway project

Vietnam’s National Assembly has approved the investment policy for a high-speed railway line connecting Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Lubomir Cech December 6, 2024 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

Croatia and Hungary connected by new rail track over the Drava River bridge

This infrastructure is part of the broader Križevci–Koprivnica–state border project, which includes reconstructing existing tracks and building a second track to increase capacity and connectivity.

Lubomir Cech December 5, 2024 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

CPK: new Brzeziny train station

Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (CPK) unveils a visualization of Brzeziny station, one of the key points on the Warsaw-Łódź HSR line.

Karel Novak November 20, 2024 · 2 min read

Passenger Rail

Retired Caltrain diesel fleet finds a second life in Peru

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.

Lubomir Cech November 20, 2024 · 1 min read

Infrastructure

Major upgrade of Česká Třebová junction: construction planned until 2031

Construction is scheduled to begin in December 2024 and continue until 2031, making it the largest tender in the history of the Railway Administration.

Marketa Horpeniakova November 19, 2024 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

ÖBB prepares for winter with 4,500 employees and extensive snow removal operations

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.

Lubomir Cech November 19, 2024 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

Contracts awarded for infrastructure upgrades to support 750-meter freight trains in Spain

These projects aim to extend sidings to accommodate 750-meter freight trains, supporting increased freight rail capacity.

Lubomir Cech November 18, 2024 · 2 min read