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Bulgaria: Škoda Completes Production of First of 25 New Electric Trains
The Škoda Group has announced the completion of production of the first of 25 new electric trains set for operation in Bulgaria.
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Calming the Crisis of Railway Landslides
Discover how Sensonic’s fiber‑optic DAS system provides real‑time, route‑wide landslide detection and protects railways from natural hazard …
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Hitachi Introduces New Level Crossing Obstacle Detection System
Hitachi Rail has announced the establishment of IARO – a new safety system designed to detect obstacles at level crossings.
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MBTA Replaces Track to Prepare for Battery-Electric Trains
MBTA has replaced more than 28 miles of rail on the Fairmount Line, marking a significant step toward introducing battery-electric trains.
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UK: Multiple East Coast Main Line Trains Use Digital Signalling for the First Time
The UK has seen its first instance of two trains simultaneously operating with ETCS on an inter-city main line after tests on the East Coast…
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Alstom Supports Adif’s Trials of ERTMS on Low-Density Rail Lines
Adif and Alstom are testing the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) on low-density rail lines in Spain.
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Pandrol China Shows Commitment to Chinese Railway Sector
Pandrol strengthens its commitment to China with expanded manufacturing, enhanced R&D and high-quality rail fastening, welding and track mai…
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Five Ways Innovation Can Unlock Rail Funding in the GBR Era
Discover five ways innovation can unlock rail funding in the GBR era, supporting SMEs, operational performance, and UK rail’s global competi…
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VIA Rail Marks 70 Years of The Canadian and Plans for Future of Passenger Rail
VIA Rail Canada has marked the 70th anniversary of The Canadian: its long-distance service between Toronto and Vancouver.
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Spain: EIB Pledges €1.7 Billion in Funding for Burgos–Vitoria Line
The European Investment Bank has approved €1.7 billion in financing for the new high-speed line between Burgos & Vitoria.
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MTA Opens New Railcar Acceptance and Testing Facility in Brooklyn
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has opened a new Railcar Acceptance and Testing Facility in Sunset Park, Brooklyn.
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RCMS/RailSoft 3.0 WEB Conference and Workshops
RailSoft 3.0 WEB users gathered for a two-day conference to explore partner technologies supporting modern railway operations.
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Rail Fares Across England to Freeze Until 2027
Rail fares in England are set to freeze for the first time in 30 years following an official announcement at this week's budget.
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Salicru Introduces its New Railway Catalogue
Salicru launches its new railway catalogue featuring power supply, conversion and protection solutions for trains and rail infrastructure.
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Opening the Way: How Smarter Train Door Systems Are Shaping the Passenger Experience
Learn how BODE’s advanced electronic door systems are improving safety, accessibility and efficiency on modern and legacy trains.
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CrossCountry RMT Members to Strike Across December
RMT has announced that its members will take strike action on CrossCountry services throughout December following issues with negotiations.
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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.
