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SŽ–VIT strengthens its European position with modern maintenance technology and renewed workshop network

SŽ–VIT, the maintenance and traction services company of Slovenske železnice, continues to develop its role as a regional provider of railway vehicle maintenance.

Lubomir Cech November 14, 2025 · 4 min read

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Two high capacity snow clearing machines from Schmidt Beilhack should arrive to Bane NOR ahead of Norwegian winter

Once both machines are operational, they will together expand Bane NOR’s capability to maintain rail operations in Nordic winter conditions.

Lubomir Cech November 10, 2025 · 1 min read

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Chemet introduces solution for a rail-based CO₂ transport and storage in Europe

With carbon capture and storage (CCS) gaining importance in Europe’s transition toward a low-emission economy, the transport of captured CO₂ is emerging as a crucial element of the industrial value chain.

Lubomir Cech November 10, 2025 · 3 min read

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Heavy freight meets Arctic stress: Arctic Test Arena launches on Ofotbanen and Malmbanan as harsh-climate rail testing corridor

The cross-border rail corridor between Narvik and Luleå is now being positioned as a dedicated testing ground for railway technologies operating in extreme weather.

Lubomir Cech November 7, 2025 · 2 min read

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Siemens Mobility offers Dual Mode East Vectron for Central and Eastern Europe

Steffen Bobsien, Head of Locomotives and Coaches at Siemens Mobility, confirmed the information to RAILMARKET News.

Lubomir Cech November 7, 2025 · 2 min read

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Starlink stays on ČD trains for winter testing

Czech national carrier České dráhy (ČD) will continue testing Starlink satellite internet on selected InterPanter services through the winter, assessing performance in snow, ice and low-temperature conditions.

Karel Novak November 4, 2025 · 2 min read

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Sweden sends used rails to Poland for recycling in cross-border circular supply chain

A cross-border recycling scheme has been launched between Sweden and Poland, involving the return of dismantled Swedish rails to ArcelorMittal’s steel plant in Dąbrowa Górnicza.

Lubomir Cech November 3, 2025 · 2 min read

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Startups in TrenLab help Renfe’s innovation potential on railways

Renfe has held the third edition of its innovation programme “Pitch Train”, bringing together nine startups, venture capital firms, and corporate partners on board a high-speed AVE service between Madrid and Seville.

Lubomir Cech November 2, 2025 · 1 min read

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Managing Remote Rail Projects: Why Modular Offices and Storage Containers Make All the Difference

Keeping rail projects on track, no matter the location.

Lubomir Cech October 31, 2025 · 4 min read

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LTG Cargo tests AI-powered robotic dog for wagon inspections

The robot, developed to operate with AI-based image recognition, is currently being trained to detect mechanical defects on freight rolling stock.

Lubomir Cech October 30, 2025 · 2 min read

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ProRail begins one-year autonomous freight train testing on Betuweroute

The test phase began on 24 October 2025 at the Kijfhoek classification yard and is being conducted in cooperation with the Dutch and German Ministries of Infrastructure.

Lubomir Cech October 29, 2025 · 2 min read

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Czechia supports 11 regional projects to replace old rolling stock with low-emission alternatives

A total of CZK 15 billion (approx. EUR 611 million) will be distributed from the EU Emissions Trading Scheme-backed Modernisation Fund.

Lubomir Cech October 28, 2025 · 2 min read

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CBTC brings automation to Rochers-de-Naye line

Stadler will equip the Montreux–Rochers-de-Naye line with its NOVA Pro CBTC signalling system, following MVR’s decision to modernise the route.

Karel Novak October 23, 2025 · 2 min read

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FS Group to invest €20 billion in technology by 2034

Priorities include large-scale digitalisation, the creation of FS Energy for cleaner power, and ERTMS rollout to the Core Extended network.

Marketa Horpeniakova October 22, 2025 · 1 min read

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ÖBB rolls out new tunnel cleaning tech

ÖBB has unveiled a new automated cleaning system for tunnel drainage infrastructure, aiming to reduce track closures and increase network availability.

Karel Novak October 22, 2025 · 2 min read

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Siemens Mobility boosts its use of green steel

Siemens Mobility will increase the share of CO₂-reduced “green steel” in its rail vehicle production through an expanded partnership with voestalpine.

Karel Novak October 21, 2025 · 2 min read

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Vale and Wabtec test dual-fuel locomotive using ethanol blend

The partners will assess a diesel–ethanol engine concept with potential implications for the global rail industry.

Marketa Horpeniakova October 20, 2025 · 2 min read

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Rumo equips trains with Starlink technology

Brazil’s largest rail operator introduces SpaceX’s satellite network to ensure real-time communication even in remote regions.

Marketa Horpeniakova October 20, 2025 · 1 min read

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Digital Rail Pilot Launches in Rural Germany

A new pilot programme aims to digitise rural railway corridors in northern Germany through a fibre-optic rollout. The scheme connects regional rail with modern infrastructure for future mobility.

Karel Novak October 20, 2025 · 2 min read

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AI Project KIBA Enhances Rail Freight Efficiency

Three-year German research initiative delivers AI-based system for train loading and network optimisation.

Karel Novak October 17, 2025 · 2 min read