Train Batteries News
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Hitachi Rail Showcases Italy's First Fully Battery-Electric Intercity Train at InnoTrans 2026
Hitachi Rail has presented its new BEMU Intercity at InnoTrans 2026, the first fully battery-electric passenger train for Italy.
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Stadler Unveils Euro Dufour Locomotive for SBB Cargo at InnoTrans 2026
At InnoTrans, Stadler has unveiled the Euro Dufour, a lightweight battery-hybrid freight locomotive for SBB Cargo Switzerland due in 2027.
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Stäubli: One Partner. All Railway Connections.
Stäubli combines electrical and fluid connection expertise to simplify next-generation rolling stock.
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CAF Completes 273km Range Test with Civity BEMU
CAF has announced the completion of a range test of its Civity battery-electric unit (BEMU) platform in Wildenrath, Germany.
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TÜV SÜD Collaborates with MEDHA and Indian Railways on Hydrogen-Powered Rail Vehicles
TÜV SÜD and MEDHA sign MoU to expand hydrogen rail collaboration with Indian Railways after India's first hydrogen train.
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Turntide Begins Battery Production for Hitachi Rail's Tri-Mode Grand Central Fleet
Turntide has received its first production order from Hitachi Rail to manufacture battery systems for Arriva's Grand Central trains.
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The Smart Evolution of Track Inspection
ROBEL Rail Automation and Vogel & Plötscher launch ROSPECT, a lightweight self-propelled rail and turnout inspection platform.
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Siemens Mobility to Supply 61 BEMUs to Westphalia
Siemens Mobility will supply the Westfalen-Lippe Local Transport Authority with a set of 61 battery-electric Mireo Plus B trains.
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How Silicone Heaters Are Keeping Battery-Powered Trains on Track
Silicone rubber heaters are helping battery-powered trains maintain performance in cold climates — here's how Ohmvo is leading the way.
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Charging Battery Trains on Denmark’s Non-Electrified Rail Lines
Sécheron's rail charging converter enables battery trains in Denmark to recharge in 15 minutes at station charging islands, cutting diesel u…
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GWR Introduces UK's First Battery-Only Train into Passenger Service
Great Western Railway (GWR) will introduce the UK’s first battery-only powered train into passenger service on Saturday 31 January.
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Škoda & Microvast to Develop Battery Systems for BEMUs
Škoda Group has entered a strategic partnership with Microvast to develop next-generation battery systems for public transport vehicles.
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Siemens Breaks Ground on Rail Vehicle Battery System Facility in Luhe-Wildenau
Siemens Mobility has celebrated the groundbreaking for its new rail vehicle battery system production facility in Luhe-Wildenau.
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Traction Batteries: Powering the Path from Diesel to Electric Rail
ABB Traction Division explores how traction batteries are helping to power the transition from diesel rail to fully electric rail.
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NZ: Alstom to Supply Battery-Electric Trains in Wellington
Alstom has been awarded a 1.065 billion NZD contract to supply new battery-electric commuter trains and maintenance services in Wellington.
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Hydrogen and Battery Trains: Making Railroads More Sustainable
Tracsis explores how hydrogen and battery-powered trains have improved energy efficiency and advanced sustainable rail travel.
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Germany: Stadler to Deliver 19 FLIRT Akku Battery Trains in Central Thuringia
DB Regio has ordered 19 new battery-powered FLIRT Akku trains from Stadler for use in Central Thuringia, Germany.
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US: ABB and Stadler Partner on Sustainable Passenger Rail Projects
ABB will supply traction converters and Pro Series Traction Batteries for Metra's and Caltrans' new Stadler trainsets in the US.
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Metro-North to Introduce Battery and Electric-Powered Locomotives
Governor Hochul has announced plans for Metro-North Railroad to introduce battery- and electric-powered locomotives, marking a nation first.
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STV to Support Metra in Procuring Battery-Powered Trains
Chicago’s Metra Metropolitan Rail (Metra) has contracted STV to provide procurement support for battery-powered trainsets.
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Czech Republic: Škoda Launches Its First Battery Train
Czech Railways has launched its first battery-powered train, developed by Škoda Group, to operate on non-electrified lines.
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UK: Intercity Battery Train Trial Proves Successful
Angel Trains, Hitachi Rail, and TransPennine Express have successfully trialled an intercity battery train trial in the North of England.
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InnoTrans 2024: KONČAR Showcases Croatian Rolling Stock
Croatian manufacturer, KONČAR is showcasing two trains at InnoTrans 2024: a battery-powered train and a measurement train.
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Siemens Mobility and NEB Introduce Mireo Plus H and Mireo Plus B
Siemens Mobility and NEB have completed the inaugural journey of the Mireo Plus H alongside launching the Mireo Plus B battery train.