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Siemens Mobility has been awarded a further service contract from Canadian operator, Metrolinx in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area.
Tunnel boring machine (TBM) Cecilia has completed the final breakthrough for HS2’s longest tunnel under Chiltern Hills.
Caltrain has retired 32 diesel passenger cars ahead of the launch of its new electric fleet in autumn 2024.
The Ontario government has issued a RFQ for the design and construction of seven stations along the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension (ECWE).
Network Rail has presented a review of Control Period 6 (CP6), which started on 1 April 2019 and is set to end on 31 March 2024.
Stadler’s hydrogen-powered FLIRT H2 train has earned a new Guinness World Record for travelling 1,741.7 miles without refuelling.
Alstom has been awarded a new maintenance contract for a set of nine X-trafik trains in the Gävleborg region of Sweden.
World Passenger Festival has announced that the agenda for the upcoming 2024 event has been officially released.
UK rail operator, CrossCountry has unveiled plans to expand its fleet and transform the customer experience by May 2025.
ÖBB has ordered an additional 19 Railjet trains from Siemens Mobility, alongside putting the first new-generation unit into operation.
A FirstGroup spokesperson has responded to Transport for the North's motion calling for the termination of Avanti West Coast’s contract.
East Midlands Railway (EMR) has announced the start of a 60 million GBP refurbishment project for its Connect and Regional fleet.
From 24 to 27 September 2024, InnoTrans will take place with a strong emphasis on sustainability, both at the event and in the industry.
Transport for the North has passed a motion to write to the Secretary of State calling for the termination of Avanti West Coast’s contract.
SNCF Réseau has provided an update on the development of FRMCS-5G through its involvement in prototype projects across Europe.
Amtrak has begun a 122 million USD track maintenance project to renew the Harrisburg Line in Pennsylvania.
Great Western Railway has officially commenced its fast-charging battery-powered train trial on the Greenford branch line.
The 45 trains that will operate on the Sydney Metro City & Southwest line have now completed tests between Tallawong and Sydenham.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced that its ICE 4 fleet is now complete with the delivery of the 137th train.
Sydney Build Expo announces groundbreaking initiatives aimed at driving positive change across the industry, including Women in Construction.
The US Department of Transportation has awarded 900,000 USD to three agencies to enhance intercity passenger rail services.
CAF has been awarded a contract to supply 10 commuter trains to Qbuzz, which is part of the FS Group in the Netherlands.
An electric train has completed a test run between Manchester and Stalybridge for the first time as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade.
Caltrain has successfully tested its electric trains and overhead wires between Redwood City and Mountain View for the first time.
UK Rail Minister Huw Merriman has confirmed plans to build a new maintenance facility in Shipley, West Yorkshire.
AECOM has published a new report outlining the best practices for the successful delivery of high-speed rail systems.
Siemens Mobility has been selected to deliver 55 S200 high-floor light rail vehicles (LRVs) to Metro Transit in St. Louis.
RedCabin has announced that the Railway Interior Innovation Summit 2024, taking place in Montreal in April, will be hosted by Alstom.
Alstom and SLC Rail have partnered to deliver a new open access rail service between North Wales, Shropshire, the Midlands and London.
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced nearly 4 billion USD in federal support for 14 transit construction projects.
Alstom has been awarded a contract by Le Mans Métropole to extend the length of 34 Citadis trams in Le Mans, France.
The first train made by CRRC for the Rail Transit Ziyang Line in China has been delivered.
CAF's Swedish train maintenance company, EuroMaint, has opened a modern 35.000 square-metre maintenance centre in Nässjö.
ABB has been awarded a 150 million AUD contract to power trains for Australia’s Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP).
Alstom has received an order to supply an additional 103 MF19 new-generation metro trains for RATP in Paris, France.
With federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, new passenger rail services are set to launch in Colorado.
Alstom has been contracted to supply an additional 20 Movia C30 metro trains for SL in Stockholm, Sweden.
At a preview event, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is displaying its 8000 series rail cars manufactured by Hitachi Rail.
ORR has provided approval for Grand Union Trains to launch an open access rail service between London and Stirling, Scotland from June 2025.
Brightline has announced plans to open a new intercity rail station in the City of Stuart in Martin County, Florida.
Sydney Build is set for its biggest edition yet, with 15 conference stages, 500+ exhibitors and key speakers from across the industry.
Trainline has published a new report declaring that a 30% increase in rail travel is required by 2035 for the UK to meet its net zero goals.
AECOM has been selected to provide design services for the Ontario Line’s Pape Tunnel and Underground Stations (PTUS) package.
Tunnel boring machine (TBM) Florence has completed a 10-mile drive under the Chilterns to excavate the longest tunnel for the HS2 project.
Stadler has announced it will be constructing a new commissioning centre for trains in the district of Oberhavel in Brandenburg.
AECOM has been contracted to undertake the detailed design stage for the Mid Cornwall Metro project in the UK.
Alstom has successfully modernised 270 C20 cars for the Stockholm Metro in Sweden.
Siemens Mobility is investing 115 million EUR in building a new digital engineering factory and R&D centre in Chippenham, UK.
Locomotive leasing company, Cargounit has signed an agreement with Siemens Mobility for up to 100 Vectron and Smartron locomotives.
Amtrak has provided an update on the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program, with initial demolition having begun in Baltimore.
Hitachi Rail has gained a new contract from the Municipality of Naples to supply 22 new-generation trains for Naples Metro Line 6.
The UK Department for Transport (DfT) has provided an initial 123 million GBP in funding for work to begin on the Midlands Rail Hub.
Metrolinx has contracted Strabag to design and build the second underground segment of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension through Toronto.
HS2 has launched its third giant tunnel boring machine (TBM) in London that will construct the Northolt Tunnel.
KiwiRail and Stadler have signed an additional two contracts for the supply of 33 locomotives in New Zealand.
Alstom has commenced production for an order of 52 six-car trainsets for the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Phase IV.
Local authorities in the North and the Midlands will receive 4.7 billion GBP in reallocated HS2 funding to improve transport connections.
Infrastructure Ontario and Metrolinx have contracted Trillium Guideway Partners (TGP) to deliver the Ontario Line Elevated Guideway and Stations contract.
Metrolink is investing a further 21.4 million GBP to enhance Greater Manchester's light rail network over the next 12 months.
The US DOT's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced 631 million USD in grants for transit agencies to buy new railcars.
Rail Baltic Estonia has awarded construction contracts to Verston OÜ and Järelpinge Inseneribüroo OÜ for the mainline in Kohila and Rapla.
Metra has awarded a contract to Stadler to supply 16 battery-electric trains for operation in Chicago and the surrounding region.
Siemens Mobility has signed a framework agreement with leasing company, Railpool for the delivery of up to 250 Vectron locomotives.
Alstom has delivered the first trainset to the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) for the Meerut Metro project in India.
This year's Rail + Metro China will feature in-depth discussions on key topics such as trends and developments in urban rail transit.
Transport for London (TfL) has announced that London’s Overground lines will be given new names and colours for the first time.
The UK's Department for Transportation (DfT) has published the Draft Rail Reform Bill as part of its vision for the future of rail.
The UK government has announced its support for establishing a new railway station at St Athan in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales.
With InnoTrans 2024 fast approaching, taking some time to choose the ideal accommodation for you and your team should be a key consideration.
East Midlands Railway (EMR) has revealed the interior design of its new Aurora fleet that will operate on the Midland Mainline.
Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed the selection of four shortlisted bidders looking to become the next operator of the Elizabeth line.
The California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) and Caltrans have contracted Stadler to supply six additional hydrogen trains.
SBB has ordered five additional Giruno trains from Stadler to expand its international service from Switzerland to Italy from 2026.
Siemens Mobility has launched a subsidiary for leasing regional trains in Germany: Smart Train Lease GmbH.
DSW21 has ordered eight additional light rail vehicles (LRVs) from HeiterBlick and Kiepe Electric for use in Dortmund, Germany.
SYSTRA Subterra has been awarded a new consultancy and assistance contract for the future Cantabria – Mediterranean high-speed corridor.
Alpha Trains has signed a full-service maintenance agreement with Stadler for its recently ordered EURO9000 locomotives.
US freight railroad company, Norfolk Southern has completed 1 billion USD in infrastructure upgrades throughout 2023.
Siemens Mobility has confirmed that 80 percent of the new Piccadilly line trains will now be assembled in Goole, Yorkshire.
Testing is now underway on infrastructure to create 5G corridors along tracks in Germany, paving the way for high-speed internet on trains.
Amtrak has awarded a contract to Kiewit/J.F. Shea Joint Venture to build the new Frederick Douglass Tunnel in Baltimore.
AECOM has secured funding for a slew of major rail projects across the US from the Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grant Program.
Transport for London (TfL) has launched a new consultation to decide on plans to extend the city's DLR service.
India: Alstom has started the production of its Metropolis trainsets for the Chennai Metro Phase II at its manufacturing facility in Sricity.
CZ Loko has completed the modernisation of fourteen 742 series rail vehicles for major railway operator, ČD.
Hitachi Rail, in collaboration with SNCF Reseau, has completed the first dynamic test of its new signalling system for the Paris-Lyon line.
Stadler has been contracted to supply 10 next-generation intercity passenger trains to Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR).
Alstom and Skanska have unveiled a new report presenting a proposed plan for a railway connection between Oslo and Stockholm.
Rail+Metro China will be launching on 5 June 2024 in Shanghai, to explore international cooperation in the railway market.
Amtrak has announced plans to advance several key initiatives throughout 2024 as part of its goal to double annual ridership by 2040.
The Mayor of London and Transport for London (TfL) have published a plan to make London transport fairer, more accessible and more inclusive.
Federal, state and local leaders recently gathered to celebrate the inauguration of the Northwest Phase II extension of light rail in Phoenix.
Etihad Rail has completed its first passenger rail journey between Abu Dhabi City and Al Dhannah City alongside ADNOC leadership.
Alstom has signed a contract to supply 16 electric locomotives with 20 years of maintenance to the Romanian Railway Reform Authority (ARF).
Ten Spanish companies are collaborating to design, build and install a hydrogen propulsion system for high-speed trains.
The US Department of Transportation has announced the provision of a 31.4 million USD loan to upgrade key freight rail lines in California.
Alstom has signed a contract with Israel Railways (ISR) for the production of 96 double-decker train coaches.
Danish State Railways (DSB) has unveiled the Talgo 230 Intercity trains ordered to serve international routes in Denmark.
ABB has been contracted to deliver a complete traction chain to upgrade 19 CFR Călători locomotives in Romania.
The US DOT has approved the allocation of 2.5 billion USD in private activity bonds for the Brightline West high-speed rail project.
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