Europe News
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Althen Expands Partnership with Jewell Instruments to France and the UK
Althen Sensors expands its Jewell Instruments partnership to France and the UK, adding high-precision inclinometers and accelerometers to it…
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How KfW IPEX-Bank is Changing the Financing Landscape for European Rail Freight
KfW IPEX-Bank has arranged landmark promotional loan deals for VTG & RAILPOOL, opening a new low-cost financing route for European rail less…
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Swiss Engineering for Swiss Cities: Lausanne Tramway Powered by Sécheron
Sécheron's DC traction solutions and precision logistics power the new Lausanne Tramway, overcoming urban constraints for a sustainable futu…
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Deutsche Bahn Begins Constructing New Freight Line in Rhine Valley
Deutsche Bahn has begun constructing a new freight rail line in south-west Germany to increase capacity on the Rhine Valley Railway.
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ORR Publishes Safe AI Innovation Action Plan
The Office of Rail and Road has published its Safe AI Innovation Action Plan, setting out plans to enable the safe adoption of AI in UK rail…
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£20 Million Upgrade Begins on Scotland's First Electrified Railway
A new £20 million project to upgrade overhead power lines on sections of the North Clyde lines has officially begun.
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TGV-M Receives ERA Market Authorisation Ahead of Passenger Launch
The new TGV-M high-speed train has received market authorisation from the European Union Agency for Railways (ERA).
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GTR to Enter Public Ownership on Sunday 31 May
From Sunday 31 May, GTR will officially become part of the growing list of publicly owned operators providing rail services in Britain.
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Stadler to Deliver FLIRT Trains to Montenegro
Stadler has announced the signing of a new contract with ŽPCG for the delivery of a set of three four-car FLIRT electric multiple units.
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EU Commissioner to Open InnoTrans 2026 in Berlin
The EU Commissioner for Sustainable Mobility and Tourism, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, will open InnoTrans 2026 in Berlin.
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Poland: New FLIRT Trains Enter Service in Mazovia
A set of brand-new Stadler FLIRT trains have officially entered passenger service throughout Mazovia, Poland.
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Piccadilly Line Upgrades Prepare for Introduction of New Trains
TfL has confirmed planned closures on parts of the Piccadilly line ahead of the introduction of a new fleet of trains.
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What Has Changed Since South Western Railway Entered Public Ownership?
What has changed since South Western Railway entered public ownership one year ago? New trains, capacity improvements, and ongoing delays.
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UK Government Establishes Mass Transit Taskforce for Urban Transport
The UK government has created a Mass Transit Taskforce aimed at improving how tram, light rail and bus-based transit systems are delivered.
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UK CMA Calls for Reforms to Rail Procurement to Reduce Costs
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has called for procurement changes for the UK's road and rail infrastructure projects.
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Great British Railways Train Unveiled Ahead of GTR Nationalisation
The first train with Great British Railways (GBR) branding has been unveiled ahead of Govia Thameslink Railway entering public ownership.
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Škoda Transtech Disagrees with Helsinki Tram Tender Exclusion
Škoda Transtech has disagreed with a recent decision to exclude the company from a tender for the supply of new trams for use in Helsinki.
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HS2 Costs and Timetable Increased as Government Announces Project Reset
The UK Government has announced revised costs and delivery timeframes for HS2, with plans to reset the high-speed rail project.
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36 J-Series Trains Enter Operation on Berlin Subway Lines
A set of 36 new J series trains have now entered regular daily service on Berlin's U5 subway line, replacing the IK units currently in use.
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Over 80% of Plots Acquired for Key Section of Port Polska Programme
CPK has announced the completion of the Railway Voluntary Acquisition Programme for a section of the Port Polska investment programme.
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UK: First Phase of Mid Cornwall Metro Services Officially Begin
The first phase of the new Mid Cornwall Metro has begun operation, with local business leaders welcoming the service between Newquay and Par…
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Siemens Mobility to Acquire Key MERMEC Group Businesses
Siemens Mobility has announced it will acquire a number of key businesses of Italian rail network specialist MERMEC Group.
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DB InfraGO Completes Renovation on Key Section of Hamburg – Berlin Line
DB InfraGO has announced the completion of a corridor renovation along the northern section of the rail link between Hamburg and Berlin.
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UK: Latest National Timetable Changes to Increase Capacity & Connectivity
National rail timetable changes aim to bring increased capacity, improved connectivity and targeted service enhancements across England.
