Latest Business News
All the latest business news in the rail sector.
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Go-Ahead to Expand Rail Operations into Australia and New Zealand
Go-Ahead has established a new office in Melbourne to explore rail opportunities in Australia and New Zealand.
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UK: HS1 Ltd Rebrands as London St. Pancras Highspeed
HS1 Ltd, the operator of the UK's only high-speed rail link, has officially rebranded as London St. Pancras Highspeed.
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Hitachi Rail to Upgrade San Francisco’s Muni Railway Signalling System
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) has contracted Hitachi Rail to modernise Muni's signalling system.
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Union Pacific Transfers Commuter Rail Services to Metra
Union Pacific is transferring commuter rail services to Metra for the Union Pacific North, Northwest, and West Lines in the Chicago area.
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Eurostar Resumes Direct Services between Amsterdam and London
Eurostar has announced the resumption of its direct service between Amsterdam and London from 10 February.
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Renfe's AVE Trains Serve One Million Passengers between France and Spain
Renfe’s international AVE service between France and Spain has surpassed one million passengers since its launch in summer 2023.
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Bakerloop Bus Service to Precede Bakerloo Tube Line Extension
Transport for London (TfL) has launched a consultation on a ‘Bakerloop’ bus service, largely following the Bakerloo line extension route.
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Amtrak Announces Valentine's Day Companion Flash Sale
Amtrak has announced a flash sale on Roomette ticket fares ahead of Valentine's Day, allowing travellers to bring a companion for free.
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Rail Trends 2024 Report Highlights Impact of Trains in Canada
The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) has published Rail Trends 2024, its annual report providing a review of the rail sector.
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California High-Speed Rail Contributes Billions in Economic Activity
The California High-Speed Rail Authority’s 2024 Economic Impact Report suggests the project has generated nearly 22 billion USD.
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Eurostar Announces Future Plans Following Growth in 2024
Eurostar has reported on its future plans alongside notable growth in 2024, with a 5% increase in passenger numbers compared to 2023.
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Amtrak Launches Northeast Winter Sale with Up to 30% Off Fares
Amtrak has announced its Northeast Winter Sale, offering discounts of up to 30% off on select rail routes.
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Alstom Confirms Financial Targets for FY 2024/25
Alstom has announced its results for the third quarter of the 2024/25 fiscal year, maintaining its positive outlook for the full year.
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Amtrak Publishes Advisories Ahead of Presidential Inauguration
Amtrak has published a list of advisories for passengers looking to attend Donald Trump's inauguration on 20 January.
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Alstom UK and Ireland Appoints Rob Whyte as New Managing Director
Alstom has announced the appointment of Rob Whyte as Managing Director for the UK and Ireland.
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California State Rail Plan Proposes $307 Billion Investment
Caltrans has unveiled the 2024 California State Rail Plan, outlining a transformative vision for the state's rail network by 2050.
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Amtrak Begins USA Rail Pass Flash Sale
Amtrak has announced a sale on its ten-ride USA Rail Pass from 10–17 January 2025.
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UK: Southeastern Class 376 Fleet To Undergo Refurbishment
Southeastern has announced that its Class 376 fleet is set to receive a significant makeover as part of a major refurbishment process.
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UK: Government to Offer Discounts of Up to 50% on 2 Million Fares
The DfT has announced the return of the Government's annual Rail Sale, which will see 2 million tickets on sale for up to 50%.
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Siemens Mobility Wins Infrastructure and Service Contracts for HS2
Siemens Mobility has been awarded four contracts by HS2, totalling over £560 million in worth.
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Gulf Coast Rail Receives $21 Million in Grants
The Federal Railroad Administration has announced a funding grant of over 21 million USD for Gulf Coast Rail.
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US: Brightline Reflects on Key Milestones of 2024
Brightline has celebrated its 2024 achievements, connecting communities across Florida and advancing rail infrastructure in the US.
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Liverpool: Unlimited Merseyrail Travel for £2 on Weekends in January
Liverpool City Region is offering unlimited Merseyrail travel for a 2 GBP fare per day on weekends throughout January.
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MTA Transit Services for New Year’s Eve in New York
New York's MTA has announced its transit service plans for New Year’s celebrations, offering additional trains and special schedules.