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California: Alstom to Provide Operations and Maintenance Services for Metrolink

California: Alstom to Provide Operations and Maintenance Services...

Alstom has been awarded a new contract with Metrolink to provide operations, servicing, and maintenance for the region's rail system.

Canada: VIA Rail Issues RFQ for New Train Fleet

Canada: VIA Rail Issues RFQ for New Train Fleet

VIA Rail Canada has launched a Requests for Qualification (RFQ) for locomotives and cars to replace its LDRR train fleet.

Greater Manchester to Integrate Rail into Bee Network by 2028

Greater Manchester to Integrate Rail into Bee Network by 2028

Transport for Greater Manchester is taking steps to integrate eight commuter rail lines into the Bee Network by 2028.

Amtrak Breaks All-Time Ridership Record in 2024

Amtrak Breaks All-Time Ridership Record in 2024

Amtrak has set an all-time ridership record in Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24), welcoming 32.8 million rail passengers.

Live Travel Information Returns to Screens at London Euston Station

Live Travel Information Returns to Screens at London Euston Stati...

Network Rail is trialling the reintroduction of live travel information on the large advertisement screens at London Euston station.

France: Alstom’s New-Generation Citadis Tram Launches on Line T1

France: Alstom’s New-Generation Citadis Tram Launches on Li...

Alstom has launched its new-generation Citadis tram, known as TW20, into passenger service on Line T1 of the Île-de-France Mobilités network.

Transport for London Confirms Christmas Services

Transport for London Confirms Christmas Services

Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed which public transport services will run over the festive Christmas and New Year period.

Germany: Škoda ForCity Smart Trams Debut in Bonn

Germany: Škoda ForCity Smart Trams Debut in Bonn

The Škoda ForCity Smart Bonn tram officially entered service in Bonn, Germany on 9 December 2024.

Google Street View Now Available in London’s Busiest Stations

Google Street View Now Available in London’s Busiest Statio...

Transport for London (TfL), Network Rail, and Google have collaborated to bring Google Street View to 18 of London’s busiest stations.

UK: Hitachi Rail to Supply 14 New Trains for Open Access Services

UK: Hitachi Rail to Supply 14 New Trains for Open Access Services

Hitachi Rail has signed an agreement with FirstGroup and Angel Trains to lease 14 five-car trains for open access rail services in the UK.

Alstom to Supply 35 Additional RER NG Trains in Paris

Alstom to Supply 35 Additional RER NG Trains in Paris

Alstom will provide 35 additional RER NG trains for the RER E line within the Île-de-France Mobilités network in Paris.

US: Stadler to Modernise Rail Signalling System in Atlanta

US: Stadler to Modernise Rail Signalling System in Atlanta

MARTA has contracted Stadler to replace its signalling system with an advanced Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) solution.

Renfe Partners with Longitude to Operate Rail Services in Italy

Renfe Partners with Longitude to Operate Rail Services in Italy

Renfe is set to enter the Italian market in partnership with Longitude Holding, running passenger services under the Arenaways brand.

Amtrak Presents Details of Its NextGen Acela Fleet

Amtrak Presents Details of Its NextGen Acela Fleet

Amtrak has presented details of its NextGen Acela high-speed trainsets, manufactured by Alstom. These units will enter service in 2025.

Southeastern and Hitachi Rail Sign Maintenance Deal for Javelin Trains

Southeastern and Hitachi Rail Sign Maintenance Deal for Javelin T...

Southeastern and Hitachi Rail have signed a new maintenance contract for the Class 395 ‘Javelin’ trains, which extends until at least 2027.

UK: South Western Railway Launches Aventra Fleet

UK: South Western Railway Launches Aventra Fleet

South Western Railway (SWR) has launched its new Aventra fleet, consisting of 90 Class 701 Arterio trains built by Alstom in Derby.

Railway Supplier News

Flender Remains in the Top One Percent of The Most Sustainable Companies Globally

Flender Remains in the Top One Percent of The Most Sustainable Co...

Flender has been awarded the platinum medal in EcoVadis' Sustainability Ratings, ranking in the top 1% of companies.

Made for Rail – the New 60 Watt USB-C Charger

Made for Rail – the New 60 Watt USB-C Charger

intreXis AG's new USB-C Charger offers the full power for passengers and engine drivers.

New Client Announcement: MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services

New Client Announcement: MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services

Keolis Commuter Services has integrated LPS' LaserTrain into its maintenance strategy for the MBTA Commuter Rail system.

Pandrol SAS Awarded Gold Medal in Latest EcoVadis Sustainability Ratings

Pandrol SAS Awarded Gold Medal in Latest EcoVadis Sustainability ...

Pandrol SAS has been awarded a Gold Medal in the EcoVadis sustainability ratings for the fourth year in a row.

SKF to Showcase Innovative Solutions at the Tech and Innovation Summit

SKF to Showcase Innovative Solutions at the Tech and Innovation S...

SKF will unveil a broad range of products and solutions to continue serving customers at the Tech and Innovation Summit from December 11 – 12.

MMS Solutions at RailSoft Business Solutions

MMS Solutions at RailSoft Business Solutions

Petrosoft.pl has introduced advanced modules as part of its flagship RailSoft Business Solutions system.

Tensorex C+ Training Course Developed By Mosdorfer Rail

Tensorex C+ Training Course Developed By Mosdorfer Rail

Mosdorfer Rail has developed a new training course for the installation and maintenance of its Tensorex C+ Spring-Tensioning system.

How Cross-Sector Collaboration and Technology Are Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce

How Cross-Sector Collaboration and Technology Are Shaping Tomorro...

Icomera looks back at the ‘Making Connections National Transit Workforce Conference', which showcased innovative technologies.

Robotic Multi-Sensor Platform for Precise 3D Modelling

Robotic Multi-Sensor Platform for Precise 3D Modelling

DGNSS Sensors has been carrying out innovative laser scanning to precisely map the reality of interiors, buildings and landscapes since 1996.

Xtra High Power Density – the New 1000 Watt DC/DC Converter

Xtra High Power Density – the New 1000 Watt DC/DC Converter

intreXis AG's new flagship DC/DC Converter is a masterpiece of engineering that is incredibly impressive in terms of device design, functions and more.

NEXCOM’s Cutting-Edge Technology Recognised

NEXCOM’s Cutting-Edge Technology Recognised

NEXCOM's ATC 3750-IP7-8M & VTK-SCAP vehicle hardware have won the 2025 Taiwan Excellence Award.

Talent Acquisition 2025: Year-End Review and Outlook

Talent Acquisition 2025: Year-End Review and Outlook

Stahl Recruiting shares its 2024 year-end review of talent acquisition trends and an outlook for next year.

Icomera Recognised for Excellence in Professional Development

Icomera Recognised for Excellence in Professional Development

Icomera has been selected as a premiere Dean’s Internship Location by the American University School of Communication.

Dual Inventive & Network Rail to Boost Adoption of ZKL 3000 RC

Dual Inventive & Network Rail to Boost Adoption of ZKL 3000 R...

Dual Inventive and Network Rail have signed a Collaborative Working Agreement to increase usage of the ZKL 3000 RC product across the UK.

Petrosoft.pl at Rail Live! 2024: Shaping the Future of the Railway Industry

Petrosoft.pl at Rail Live! 2024: Shaping the Future of the Railwa...

From November 26-27, Petrosoft.pl will be at Rail Live! 2024 in Zaragoza, Spain, one of the most significant events in the railway industry.

cn mobility at Rail Live!

cn mobility at Rail Live!

cn mobility will unveil its innovative audio solutions for passenger information and communication on trains at this year's Rail Live! show.

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California: Alstom to Provide Operations and Maintenance Services for Metrolink

California: Alstom to Provide Operations and Maintenance Services...

Alstom has been awarded a new contract with Metrolink to provide operations, servicing, and maintenance for the region's rail system.

Canada: VIA Rail Issues RFQ for New Train Fleet

Canada: VIA Rail Issues RFQ for New Train Fleet

VIA Rail Canada has launched a Requests for Qualification (RFQ) for locomotives and cars to replace its LDRR train fleet.

Greater Manchester to Integrate Rail into Bee Network by 2028

Greater Manchester to Integrate Rail into Bee Network by 2028

Transport for Greater Manchester is taking steps to integrate eight commuter rail lines into the Bee Network by 2028.

Amtrak Breaks All-Time Ridership Record in 2024

Amtrak Breaks All-Time Ridership Record in 2024

Amtrak has set an all-time ridership record in Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24), welcoming 32.8 million rail passengers.

Live Travel Information Returns to Screens at London Euston Station

Live Travel Information Returns to Screens at London Euston Stati...

Network Rail is trialling the reintroduction of live travel information on the large advertisement screens at London Euston station.

France: Alstom’s New-Generation Citadis Tram Launches on Line T1

France: Alstom’s New-Generation Citadis Tram Launches on Li...

Alstom has launched its new-generation Citadis tram, known as TW20, into passenger service on Line T1 of the Île-de-France Mobilités network.

Transport for London Confirms Christmas Services

Transport for London Confirms Christmas Services

Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed which public transport services will run over the festive Christmas and New Year period.

Germany: Škoda ForCity Smart Trams Debut in Bonn

Germany: Škoda ForCity Smart Trams Debut in Bonn

The Škoda ForCity Smart Bonn tram officially entered service in Bonn, Germany on 9 December 2024.

Google Street View Now Available in London’s Busiest Stations

Google Street View Now Available in London’s Busiest Statio...

Transport for London (TfL), Network Rail, and Google have collaborated to bring Google Street View to 18 of London’s busiest stations.

UK: Hitachi Rail to Supply 14 New Trains for Open Access Services

UK: Hitachi Rail to Supply 14 New Trains for Open Access Services

Hitachi Rail has signed an agreement with FirstGroup and Angel Trains to lease 14 five-car trains for open access rail services in the UK.

Alstom to Supply 35 Additional RER NG Trains in Paris

Alstom to Supply 35 Additional RER NG Trains in Paris

Alstom will provide 35 additional RER NG trains for the RER E line within the Île-de-France Mobilités network in Paris.

US: Stadler to Modernise Rail Signalling System in Atlanta

US: Stadler to Modernise Rail Signalling System in Atlanta

MARTA has contracted Stadler to replace its signalling system with an advanced Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) solution.

Renfe Partners with Longitude to Operate Rail Services in Italy

Renfe Partners with Longitude to Operate Rail Services in Italy

Renfe is set to enter the Italian market in partnership with Longitude Holding, running passenger services under the Arenaways brand.

Amtrak Presents Details of Its NextGen Acela Fleet

Amtrak Presents Details of Its NextGen Acela Fleet

Amtrak has presented details of its NextGen Acela high-speed trainsets, manufactured by Alstom. These units will enter service in 2025.

Southeastern and Hitachi Rail Sign Maintenance Deal for Javelin Trains

Southeastern and Hitachi Rail Sign Maintenance Deal for Javelin T...

Southeastern and Hitachi Rail have signed a new maintenance contract for the Class 395 ‘Javelin’ trains, which extends until at least 2027.

UK: South Western Railway Launches Aventra Fleet

UK: South Western Railway Launches Aventra Fleet

South Western Railway (SWR) has launched its new Aventra fleet, consisting of 90 Class 701 Arterio trains built by Alstom in Derby.

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