Latest Business News
All the latest business news in the rail sector.
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California Transport Secretary Expresses Full Confidence in High-Speed Rail Project
At the 2025 APTA Rail Conference, Toks Omishakin, Secretary of CalSTA, offered a compelling vision for the future of high-speed rail.
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UK Government Confirms Funding for Key Rail Projects
The UK government has confirmed a series of major rail infrastructure investments as part of its 92.8 billion GBP Plan for Change.
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Taiwan: Hitachi to Deliver New Train Control System for Xidong-Keelung MRT
Hitachi Rail has been chosen to deliver its SelTrac CBTC and SCADA solutions for Gamuda, the main contractor for the NTCG DORTS.
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New Cross-Border Rail Link to Connect Prague, Berlin and Copenhagen
A new direct train service connecting Prague, Berlin, and Copenhagen is set to launch on 1 May 2026 using ČD’s ComfortJet trains.
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Alstom Spain Publishes Results for 2024/2025 Financial Year
Alstom Spain has announced its results for the 2024/2025 financial year, with the company posting sales worth €809 million.
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Tickets Available for Amtrak's Mardi Gras Rail Service Launching 18 August
Tickets are now on sale for Amtrak's new Mardi Gras Service between Mobile and New Orleans, which will launch on 18 August.
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DB Introduces New Summer Flat Rate for Young People on ICE and IC Services
A new flat rate for young people has been introduced on DB's ICE and IC services allowing customers to travel all weekend for €44.
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Northern, East Midlands Railway and TransPennine Express Expand Ticket Acceptance
Northern, EMR & TPE have expanded their ticket agreement to include a two hour window in the event of cancellations.
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Southeastern and Network Rail Kent Unite Under South Eastern Railway Leadership Team
Network Rail Kent Route and Southeastern have united to operate under a single leadership team, South Eastern Railway.
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Book Free and Discounted VIA Rail Tickets with Canada Strong Pass
This summer, children and young adults benefit from free or discounted VIA Rail travel across Canada with the Canada Strong Pass.
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VIA Rail Reports on Growth and Renewal in 2024 Amid Service Challenges
VIA Rail Canada has published its 2024 annual report, highlighting a year of growth and long-term planning amid operational constraints.
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Amtrak Pacific Surfliner Increases Frequency in Southern California
The LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency has added a 12th daily roundtrip on the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service between San Diego and Los Angeles.
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UK: First Freight Service Runs on East West Rail Line
The East West Rail line has seen its inaugural freight service, with the first train entering the line from Didcot this past Monday.
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£500 Million Network Rail Deal to Secure British Steel Jobs
The Transport Secretary has announced a five-year, 500 million GBP agreement between Network Rail and British Steel.
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California High-Speed Rail Disputes Proposed Termination of Funding
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has issued a response to the FRA's proposed termination of two key funding agreements.
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DB Confirms Reports of Potential Service Between Germany and London
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has confirmed reports of a potential new Eurostar connection between Germany and London.
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ATP Releases Solicitation for Design and Construction of Austin Light Rail Phase 1
Austin Transit Partnership has released an official solicitation for the final design and construction contract of Austin Light Rail Phase 1…
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Amtrak's Heartland Flyer Service Faces Risk of Suspension
The Heartland Flyer rail service from Oklahoma City to Fort Worth is facing suspension unless the State of Texas allocates additional fundin…
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Brightline and JetBlue Partner to Combine Air and Rail Travel in Florida
JetBlue and Brightline have launched a new partnership designed to provide travellers with integrated air and rail travel in Florida.
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Federal Review Finds California High-Speed Rail Project in Default of Grant Terms
The US DOT has determined that the California High-Speed Rail Authority is in default of its federal grant terms, which may be terminated.
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ORR Calls for Applications for Cross-Channel Rail Services
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has reached out to both Eurostar and a number of new applicants looking to run cross-channel rail services…
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Via Rail Canada's On-Time Performance Declines, Ridership Falls
VIA Rail Canada has reported a decline in on-time performance during Q1 2025, falling to 30%, compared to 72% in the same period last year.
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Škoda Group Sees 74% Order Increase in 2024
Škoda Group has published its financial results for 2024, with its annual report declaring an increase of 74% in new orders
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DB Announces Summer ICE Discount Scheme
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced a number of new discounts for its ICE service over the course of the summer.