Europe News
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TfGM Announces Major Works Programme Along Tram Network
TfGM has announced a new programme of work that aims to build capacity and resilience of its tracks, trams and workforce.
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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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Hitachi Rail to Play Key Role in Turin Metro Line 2 Project
Hitachi Rail will design and deliver rolling stock and signalling systems for a portion of the Turin Metro Line 2 project.
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Northern Trains Commits to Extensive Disability Training Following ORR Report
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has secured commitments from Northern Trains that all staff will receive disability awareness training.
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New Tram-Westtangente Line 14 Service Begins in Munich
The partial commissioning of the new Tram-Westtangente service has been marked in Munich, as Line 14 officially began operations.
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Avanti West Coast to Trial Timetable Optimisation Programme from CFMS
Avanti West Coast has begun trialling a new a timetable optimisation programme which aims to boost train service reliability.
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Rail Fares Frozen Across England in 30 Year First
Rail fares across England have been frozen by the Government in an effort to both aid with the cost of living and support economic growth.
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Deutsche Bahn to Improve Comfort on Long-Distance Trains
Deutsche Bahn and the German federal government have presented a joint programme to improve comfort on long-distance train services.
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UK: Lumo Celebrates Apprenticeship Progression
Sixteen of Lumo's new apprentices have made the switch from the classroom to the cab of its Class 222 fleet.
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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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CrossCountry Welcomes First Passengers Onboard Refurbished Voyager Train
CrossCountry has welcomed passengers onboard the first refurbished Voyager train, marking a key milestone in a £75 million programme.
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Work to Commence on Portishead–Bristol Line Restoration
Major work to restore the long-dormant railway linking Portishead and Bristol is set to commence this coming spring.
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Voestalpine Railway Systems’ Key Role in EU Rail FA3
voestalpine Railway Systems has joined the EU Rail FA3 initiative, contributing advanced turnout technology, condition-based monitoring
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France: New Tram Line B and BRT Line D Commence Service in Brest
The French city of Brest has inaugurated a second tramway line and a new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service, designed by SYSTRA.
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Leo Express Unveils New Talgo Trainsets for Czechia and Slovakia
Leo Express has unveiled a new visual identity for its long-distance Talgo trains, scheduled for service across Czechia and Slovakia.
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Swedish Transport Administration Awards Eastern Link Rail Contracts
Trafikverket has awarded two construction contracts for the Eastern Link (Ostlänken) railway between Järna and Linköping in Sweden.
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Italy: Škoda Unveils New Low-Floor Tram Destined for Bergamo
The Škoda Group has unveiled a new, fully low-floor, five-section tram destined for operation in Bergamo, northern Italy.
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Norway: Hitachi Rail and Bane NOR Commission Digital Interlocking on Dovre Line
Hitachi Rail and Bane NOR have commissioned a new L90-5 electronic interlocking system at the Hove stabling facility on the Dovre Line.
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Pandrol France Celebrates Latest Gold Ecovadis Sustainability Rating
Pandrol France earns a fifth consecutive EcoVadis Gold rating and maintains advanced carbon management, showcasing its leadership
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Poland: Power Supply Agreement Signed for Warsaw–Łódź High-Speed Rail Line
CPK has contracted Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne to provide power connections for the high-speed rail line between Warsaw and Łódź.
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Germany: Alstom to Deliver 26 Additional Coradia Max Trains to SFBW
Alstom has been awarded a contract for the delivery of 26 additional Coradia Max double-decker trains to SFBW in Germany.
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Siemens Vectron Dual Mode Authorised for Services Between Germany & Austria
Siemens Mobility's Vectron Dual Mode locomotive has received full authorisation to operate cross-border services between Germany and Austria…
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Hitachi Rail to Supply Ticketing System for Île-de-France Mobilités' Cable 1
Hitachi Rail is set to provide the ticketing system for Île-de-France Mobilités' new Cable 1 urban cable car line.
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PKP Intercity Launches Tender for High-Speed Trains in Poland
PKP Intercity is procuring 20 electric multiple units designed for operation at speeds of up to 320 km/h in Poland.
