Latest Business News
All the latest business news in the rail sector.
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Leo Express Awarded Operation Contract for Prague–Munich Service
Leo Express has been awarded the tender to operate a new international service set to run between Prague and Munich.
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Alstom Signs Five-Year Contract with Metrolinx for O&M Services
Alstom has signed a five-year contract renewal with Metrolinx which will see the company provide O&M services to two of its divisions.
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CTA Files Lawsuit Against USDOT & FTA Over Paused RLE & RPM Funding
The CTA has officially filed a lawsuit against the USDOT and FTA over a pause in funding obligated to CTA for both the RLE and RPM projects.
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UK: DFTO Appoints Non-Executive Directors in Preparation for GBR Transition
Laura Shoaf and Tony Poulter have been appointed as non-executive directors to the Department for Transport Operator (DFTO) board.
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Stadler Reports 13% Sales Rise Across 2025
In its latest report; Stadler Rail has announced an increase in both profitability and sales across the 2025 financial year.
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The Railway-News Magazine Issue 1 2026 Is Here!
In this issue: regulatory reform and infrastructure monitoring, as well as advances in electrification and vehicle testing, and more!
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Riyadh Metro Records 200 Million Passenger Journeys
RCRC has announced that the Riyadh Metro has recorded a total of 200 million passenger journeys since operations began.
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New Research Maps Where Trains and Buses Are Built Across the US
New research from APTA shows that federal investment in public transport supports a wide manufacturing network across the United States.
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Over 1,000 Lifesaving Interventions on Anglia Railway in Five Years
Network Rail has released data that shows that 176 lifesaving interventions took place across the Anglia railway route in 2025.
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Amtrak Announces Limited-Time Sale on Fares Between Boston and Virginia
Amtrak has announced a sale offering 25% off regularly priced adult fares on trains travelling between Boston and Virginia.
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Alto and Cadence to Begin Market Sounding for High-Speed Rail Procurement
In Canada, Alto and Cadence will begin a phased market sounding process this month as part of preparations for major procurement activities.
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ScotRail Begins Financial Procurement Process for New Suburban Train Fleet
ScotRail has commenced the procurement process for financing options for its brand-new suburban train fleet.
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Etihad Rail Trials Passenger Service in Coordination with Abu Dhabi Emergency Authorities
Etihad Rail has operated a passenger train service between Al Ghuwaifat station, near the Saudi border, and Al Faya station in Abu Dhabi.
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Brussels–Cologne–Zürich–Milan Night Train to Launch September 2026
European Sleeper is set to launch a new overnight rail service linking Brussels, Cologne, Zürich and Milan on 9 September 2026.
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US: MBTA to Develop New Regional Rail Strategy
The MBTA has announced plans to develop an updated regional strategy that will enable a transformation of its rail system.
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Alto Details the Challenge of Winter Conditions for Canada’s High-Speed Rail Network
Planning for winter weather is a central consideration for Alto, the organisation developing a high-speed rail network in Canada.
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ICE Trains to Serve Brussels Airport Under DB and Brussels Airlines Cooperation
A new agreement between Deutsche Bahn and Brussels Airlines will introduce the first direct ICE rail connection to Brussels Airport.
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USDOT's Proposed Amtrak Restructuring Plan Draws Scrutiny
Early indications that the USDOT may direct a restructuring of Amtrak have prompted a cautious response from the Rail Passengers Association…
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TfL Reminds Customers of Rising Tube and Rail Fares from 1 March 2026
Transport for London (TfL) has reminded customers that Tube and rail fares are set to increase from 1 March 2026.
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Canada: Hitachi Rail Confirms $30 Million Investment in New Toronto HQ
Hitachi Rail is investing nearly 30 million CAD in a new Canadian headquarters in Toronto.
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High-Speed Rail Services Return on Madrid–Seville Line Following Adamuz Derailment
High-speed rail services between Madrid and southern Spain have recommenced following the completion of repairs and safety checks.
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Alstom Appoints New Managing Director for the Netherlands
Alstom has announced the official appointment of Kees van der Snel as the company's new Country Managing Director for the Netherlands.
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Sydney Metro City M1 Line Records 100 Million Journeys
Sydney Metro has recorded more than 100 million passenger trips on the M1 City metro line since services began in August 2024.
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FAQs: What Will Train Tickets Cost for Canada’s Alto High-Speed Rail Service?
Alto has answered the latest questions about its proposed high-speed rail network, addressing property acquisition, noise and ticket prices.