Latest Business News
All the latest business news in the rail sector.
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Trump Dividend Allocates $5 Billion in Funding for US Rail Safety and Reliability
A new US federal rail funding programme worth over 5 billion USD aims to improve the safety and reliability of intercity passenger rail.
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Alstom Partners with Operation Lifesaver Inc. for Rail Safety Awareness
Alstom has announced a new partnership with non-profit rail safety organisation Operation Lifesaver Inc. (OLI).
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UK: Avanti West Coast Expands Rail Services
Avanti West Coast has increased rail services across its network as part of a newly-updated September timetable.
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California High-Speed Rail Secures Steady Funding Agreement
California’s high-speed rail programme has secured a stable source of funding, with an annual allocation of 1 billion USD through to 2045.
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Norfolk Southern Settlement Reached for Amtrak's Crescent Route
The DOJ and Norfolk Southern have settled a lawsuit over allegations that NS failed to give Amtrak trains priority on the Crescent Route.
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Network Rail Opens Poll to Name New Doncaster Training Facility
Network Rail is turning to the public to choose the name for its new railway training facility in Doncaster.
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Alstom to Open Glasgow Traincare Centre to the Public this October
Alstom will open its Glasgow Traincare Centre to the public in celebration of the depot's 150th anniversary on Sunday 12 October 2025.
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UK: Infrastructure Underspend Raises Questions Over Rail Project Delivery
New figures from HM Treasury show a £3.2bn underspend on infrastructure during the 2024–25 financial year, with several rail schemes affecte…
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VIA Rail Reports Strong Results from Canada Strong Programme
VIA Rail Canada has reported strong participation in the Canada Strong Pass programme, which ran between 20 June and 2 September 2025.
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Amtrak Announces Three-Day Flash Sale for Northeast Journeys
Amtrak has announced a three-day-only sale for regular coach fares along the Northeast United States between 8–30 September 2025.
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NJ TRANSIT to Take Over Operation of River LINE from Alstom
NJ TRANSIT is assuming direct responsibility for operating and maintaining the River LINE light rail system, taking over from Alstom.
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Eurostar Appoints New Chief Financial, Strategy and Transformation Officer
Eurostar has announced the appointment of Matthieu Quyollet as its new Chief Financial, Strategy and Transformation Officer.
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Federal Funding Secured for Massachusetts West-East Rail Project
MassDot has secured 3.5 million USD in federal funding to support plans for West-East Rail, linking Boston and Albany, New York.
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California: US DOT Withdraws Funding for Four Additional Rail Projects
The US DOT is withdrawing federal funding for four additional projects linked to California’s High-Speed Rail programme.
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DB and PKP to Expand Cross-Border Rail Services Between Germany and Poland
Deutsche Bahn and PKP Intercity are expanding their long-distance rail services between Germany and Poland by more than 50 percent.
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TfL Encourages Headphone Use in New Ad Campaign
TfL has launched a new campaign encouraging passengers to be considerate to others around them when using personal devices to play content.
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Stadler Reports Higher Revenue and Profitability in First Half of 2025
Stadler has reported growth in both revenue and earnings for the first half of 2025, despite ongoing challenges.
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VIA Rail Canada Launches Flash Sale with $35 Rail Fares
VIA Rail Canada has launched a three-day flash sale, featuring discounted fares as low as $35 across select routes.
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Amtrak's New Mardi Gras Route Completes First Full Week of Service
On 18 August, Amtrak launched its Mardi Gras Service, reconnecting New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama along the Gulf Coast.
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Texas Commission Approves $3.5 Million for Heartland Flyer Amtrak Service
The Texas Transportation Commission has approved the use of 3.5 million USD to maintain the operation of the Heartland Flyer Amtrak service.
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TfW Announces £1 Rail Fare Promotion for PAYG Customers in South East Wales
Transport for Wales (TfW) has announced that customers will be able to travel through any of its 95 PAYG rail stations for £1 this summer.
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DB Announces 20% Flash Sale on Saver Fares for Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced a 20% discount on all saver fares for journeys taken on Tuesdays and Wednesdays through to 10 December.
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Sydney Metro City Marks First Year of Passenger Services
Sydney Metro has marked the first anniversary of services on its City section, reporting strong passenger uptake.
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Deutsche Bahn CEO Richard Lutz to Step Down Early
Deutsche Bahn has confirmed that CEO Dr Richard Lutz will leave his post earlier than planned, under an agreement with the German government…