Inauguration of Bybanen LRT Extension

The Bybanen LRT Extension in Bergen, Norway was inaugurated following the completion of six years of works carried out with Bybanen and Keol…

London Bridge Redevelopment Partially Opens

UK infrastructure provider Network Rail has announced the opening of two-thirds of a new concourse at the London Bridge redevelopment of the…

St. Petersburg Places Order for Stadler Metelitsa Trams

The LLC Transport Concession Company (TCC) in Saint Petersburg, Russia, has placed an order for 23 Stadler Metelitsa Trams.

Alstom to Design and Build New Amtrak High-Speed Train

Alstom have won a contract to design and build the new Amtrak high-speed train. The 28 trains will operate on the Northeast Corridor (NEC).

Bombardier South African Production Facility Opens

The new Bombardier South African production facility and headquarters was opened at an event in Isando, Johannesburg on 25 August 2016.

National Express c2c Green Lighting Launched

National Express c2c green lighting has been launched at its 26 stations, which will not only provide better visibility, but also consume le…

Rise in Finland–Russia Cross-Border Rail Travel

In a period from January to July 2016, passenger numbers of Finland-Russia cross-border rail travel was approximately 254,500, representing …

Abellio Confirmed East Anglian Rail Franchise Operator

The UK Department for Transport has confirmed Abellio as the East Anglian rail franchise Operator. The franchise will commence on 16 October…

Bombardier Win LNVG Maintenance Contract

Bombardier have announced the confirmation that it has won the LNVG maintenance contract from the German regional rail authority.

Alstom Completes Paris RER Signalling Works

Alstom have completed a month-long series of RER signalling works on Line A, on schedule, to dismantle and reassemble signalling and speed c…

Serco Win Loram Rail Grinding Machines Testing Contract

Serco Rail Technical Services have won a contract to test three new C44 Loram Rail Grinding Machines being manufactured for Network Rail.

Last Major Crossrail Contract Awarded

The last major Crossrail contract has been awarded to Alstom, Costain and TSO, bringing to an end the biggest procurement programmes the UK …

Ansaldo Consortium Win Noida-Greater Noida Metro Signalling Contract

A consortium comprising Ansaldo and the ZTE Corporation have won a signalling and telecom contract relating to the Noida-Greater Noida Metro…

RailConnect Win Intercity Fleet Contract in NSW

FRA Announces $25m in Grants for US PTC Implementation

The United States Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration has announced the award of $25 million in grants for US PTC…

UITP Shenzhen Liaison Office Opens in China

China Standard Bullet Train in Operation

Caltrain Electrification Funding Announced

Caltrain Electrification funding to reduce carbon emissions and improve California's public transport infrastructure.

Waterloo Line Signalling and Points Upgrades

A range of upgrades are to be carried out on the Waterloo Line in south west London including signalling and points upgrades

EP2D DC Electric Train Certified to Operate in Eurasian Economic Union

Toshiba Emergency Running System on Tokyo Metro

Toshiba emergency running system, a battery-based emergency running systems, has been supplied to Tokyo Metro's Ginza Line.

Sydney Light Rail Construction Enters Next Phase

The progress of the Sydney light rail construction has entered the next phase, with the first sections of track being laid in Kensington on …

MRT Purple Line CBTC Provided by Bombardier

The MRT Purple line CBTC system was provided by Bombardier, with its CITYFLO 650 system, delivering an efficient, high capacity and safe ope…

Mitsubishi Electric Deliver MRT Purple Line Escalators

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation have announced the delivery of the MRT Purple line escalators and elevators in Bangkok, Thailand.