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Riyadh Metro Receives "Mega Project of the Year" Award from MEED
The Riyadh Metro has been named “Mega Project of the Year 2025” for the Middle East and North Africa region at the MEED Projects Awards.
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Brightline West Sets Out Bond Exchange Plan to Support High-Speed Rail Funding
Brightline West has agreed a transaction support arrangement to advance the refinancing of its Series 2025A Bonds, which total $2.5 billion.
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Festive Travel Disruption Expected Across Manchester as Unite Members Strike
Manchester is expected to be hit with severe travel disruption this festive season as Unite has announced strike action in December.
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Building Resilience Means Strengthening the Old While Designing the New
John Fagan, Global Rail Leader at Arup discusses the need to ensure attention is given to the upkeep of the UK's vast and ageing networks.
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CAF Signs Maintenance Contract for Fleet of 107 Brazilian Trains
CAF has signed a contract with Trivia Trens S.A. for the maintenance of 107 electric trains on the the São Paulo State rail network.
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Amtrak Advises Early Bookings for Record-Breaking Thanksgiving Travel
With Thanksgiving around the corner, Amtrak is encouraging passengers to book their journeys early to secure the best fares and seats.
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India’s First High-Speed Rail Section to Open in August 2027
India's Railway Minister has announced that the inaugural section of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad high-speed rail service will open in August 2027.
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UPS Systems in Railway Infrastructure
Salicru highlights how UPS systems ensure safe, reliable power for Spain’s high-speed AVE and broader railway network.
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Further Delays Reported for Stuttgart 21 Opening
Deutsche Bahn has informed the City of Stuttgart on a further delay in the commissioning of Stuttgart 21.
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Approval for DLR Thamesmead Extension Anticipated in UK Budget Statement
In the upcoming Budget, the UK government is expected to formally back the extension of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) into Thamesmead.
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MASATS Boosts Stopping Accuracy with New Radar Positioning System (RPS
Masats’ Radar Positioning System (RPS) enables precision train stopping supporting GoA1/GoA2 metro lines and tramways without CBTC upgrades.
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Alto and Cadence Engage Canadian Steel Industry for Toronto–Québec High-Speed Rail
Alto and Cadence have begun early engagement with Canada’s steel industry as planning progresses for the high-speed rail project.
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Network Rail Completes £15 Million West Highland Line Improvement Project
Network Rail has completed delivery on a £15 million improvement project on the West Highland Line connecting Crianlarich and Fort William.
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Knorr-Bremse and VTG to Introduce New iWagons in the UK
A long-term framework agreement has been signed by Knorr-Bremse and VTG Rail UK for the exclusive supply of FreightControl Sentinel Systems.
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Egypt: NAT Awards High-Speed Rail Contract
The National Authority for Tunnels has contracted Deutsche Bahn and El Sewedy Electric to operate Egypt’s high-speed electric rail network.
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COMET Industries Earns AAR Certification for Increased Component Life (ICL)
COMET Industries earns AAR ICL certification, enabling freight car bolsters and side frames to remain in service up to 67 years.
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Valentin Reyjal Appointed Vice President of the Rail Simulation Business Line at Sogeclair
SOGECLAIR has appointed Valentin Reyjal as Vice President of its Rail Simulation Business Line, strengthening its global strategy in mobilit…
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California High-Speed Rail's 2026 Plan to Outline Path to San Francisco and LA
California High-Speed Rail Authority CEO Ian Choudri has provided a project update during an interview on The Maddy Report.
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Amtrak Marks a Year of Growth in 2025
Amtrak has reported its FY 2025 results, highlighting continued growth in ridership, revenue and network development.
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TÜV SÜD Supports the Successful Approval of Talgo’s ICE-L
German Federal Railway Authority have officially approved the Talgo 230 high-speed trains for operation by Germany’s national rail Deutsche …
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Icomera Congratulates CTO Mats Karlsson on Receiving Sweden’s Polhem Prize 2025
Icomera congratulates CTO Mats Karlsson on winning Sweden’s Polhem Prize 2025 for his innovation in onboard rail connectivity.
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The Role of Talent Acquisition in Succession Planning and Leadership Development
Stahl Recruiting highlights the role of talent acquisition in succession planning and building strong rail-industry leadership pipelines.
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Introducing Ohmvo: Innovation in Rail Heating Technology
Ohmvo introduces high-conductivity silicone heating solutions for rail applications, delivering lightweight, energy-efficient thermal system…
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Stadler to Deliver 36 FLIRT Trains to the Netherlands
Stadler has signed a framework agreement with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) for the supply of 36 FLIRT trains.
