Latest Business News
All the latest business news in the rail sector.
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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.
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Amtrak's Borealis Ridership Surpasses Expectations in First Year
Passenger demand for the Borealis train service between St. Paul and Chicago has exceeded expectations, serving more than 205,800 journeys.
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Uber Partners with Gemini Trains for New Cross Channel Rail Services
Uber has announced plans to introduce a series of cross-channel rail services through a co-branding partnership with Gemini Trains.
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Alstom Reports Solid FY 2024/25 Financial Results
Alstom has reported improved financial results for the fiscal year 2024/25, alongside confirming its medium-term targets.
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California High-Speed Rail Authority Increases Engagement with Private Sector
The California High-Speed Rail Authority is increasing its engagement with the private sector to progress the high-speed rail network.
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Leave the Plane, Take the Train: Rail Travel Set to See Sharp Increase by 2030
A study published by Hitachi Rail has found that the general public believe the coming years will see a significant increase in rail travel.