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MARTA Unveils New CQ400 Railcars for Atlanta
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority recently unveiled its new fleet of CQ400 Railcars at its State of MARTA event.
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Prototype of New Western Sydney Airport Metro Train Unveiled
A full-scale prototype of the new metro train for the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport line has been unveiled.
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Italy: T2 Tramway Extension Opens in Florence
GEST has commenced operations on the T2 tramway extension in Florence, connecting Peretola Airport with San Marco Square.
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The Rail Travel Experience in 2025: The Passenger’s Perspective
Icomera looks at how the passenger's perspective will shape rail travel in 2025, including consistency, empathy and real time information.
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Alstom to Display Historic Locomotives at Railway 200 Celebration
Later this year, Alstom is set to open its Litchurch Lane site in Derby to the public as part of the Railway 200 celebrations.
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ScotRail Expands Availability of Tap&Pay Smart Ticketing App
Tracsis has announced that ScotRail is expanding its smart ticketing app, which marks a significant step in modernising UK rail travel.
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Nose Design Experience Renews Partnership with DB Fernverkehr
Nose Design Experience has announced a renewed partnership with Deutsche Bahn (DB) Fernverkehr.
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Canada: Metrolinx to Refurbish 302 GO Transit Trains
Metrolinx has announced plans to refurbish 302 GO Transit bi-level rail coaches through agreements with Alstom and Ontario Northland.
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UK Government Supports East West Rail Project
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves has backed plans to establish the East West Rail line, connecting Oxford and Cambridge via Milton Keynes.
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Alstom Wins €144 Million Contract for Indian Sleeper Train Components
Alstom has been awarded a contract for the supply of traction components and electrical equipment for a set of sleeper traincars in India.
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Canada: Light Rail Line to Extend into Downtown Brampton and Mississauga
Metrolinx will extend the Hazel McCallion light rail line into downtown Brampton, with a four-kilometre underground tunnel.
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Leading the Way in Solutions for Mass Transit Interiors
INPS is a manufacturer and fabricator with a specialised focus on advanced fibreglass and thermoforming solutions for public transport.
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Alpine Rail Optimisation: Where Industry Leaders Unite to Shape the Future of Alpine Rail
Alpine Rail Optimisation will take place on 21 October 2025 with the aim of exploring innovative technologies and the future of rail.
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Amtrak Announces Valentine's Day Companion Flash Sale
Amtrak has announced a flash sale on Roomette ticket fares ahead of Valentine's Day, allowing travellers to bring a companion for free.
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Tolten Bridge – Rely on Self-Locking Nut as Safety Fastener of Choice
J. Lanfranco was chosen for the restoration of Tolten Bridge in Chile due to the structural integrity and vibration damping of its products.
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US: MBTA Completes Work on ATC on All Northside Commuter Lines
The MBTA has completed the final stages of the implementation of Automatic Train Control (ATC) on all of its northside Commuter Rail lines.
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Rail Trends 2024 Report Highlights Impact of Trains in Canada
The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) has published Rail Trends 2024, its annual report providing a review of the rail sector.
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KfW IPEX-Bank Supports Further Growth of RIVE Private Investment and Northrail in the Rail Business
KfW IPEX-Bank, as part of a bank pool, has provided financing for RIVE Private Investment to strengthen its position in the railway sector.
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Case Study: Implementation of Yard Management System (YMS) at LTG Infra
A case study from Petrosoft.pl examines how LTG Infra implemented the Yard Management System (YMS) to manage railway sidings.
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Škoda Group Unveils First Škoda ForCity Plus 52T Tram
Škoda Group has completed production on the first of its new Škoda ForCity Plus 52T trams, giving the vehicle its first test ride in Pilsen.
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Caltrain’s Electric Fleet Exceeds Efficiency Expectations
At its monthly Board of Directors meeting, Caltrain reported that its new electric trains are exceeding efficiency expectations.
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Stadler to Install Additional Traction System on Leo Express Trains
In Central Europe, Stadler has been contracted by Leo Express to install an additional traction system on its fleet of FLIRT trains.
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The World's Fastest High-Speed Trains in 2025
As manufacturers and operators invest in more efficient rail technologies, we take a look at some of the fastest trains in the world in 2025…
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UK: Northern Takes Delivery of Prototype Cab Simulator
Northern has taken delivery of a prototype model of a new, semi-immersive cab simulator developed for the training of new drivers.
