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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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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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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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New Plans to Accelerate Development of High-Speed Rail Across the EU
The European Commission has unveiled a new plan that aims to accelerate the development of high-speed rail across the European Union (EU).
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Virgin Trains Approved Access to Temple Mills – The Industry Reacts
Government officials and industry figureheads have offered their support of the ORR's decision to allow Virgin Trains access to Temple Mills…
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Škoda Group Launches Software-Defined ETCS
At TRAKO, The Signalling Company, part of the Škoda Group, presented its European Train Control System (ETCS) solution.
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AECOM Appoints Steve Higham as Managing Director for Transportation in EU & India
AECOM has announced the appointment of Steve Higham as new Managing Director for Transportation in Europe and India.
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Portugal: Agreements Signed for Lisbon-Porto High-Speed Line
Portugal has signed the first concession agreement and initial financing tranche for the high-speed rail connection between Lisbon and Porto…
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EU Doubles Key Rail Fund in Draft Budget
The European Commission has proposed a significant increase in funding for rail transport as part of its Draft EU Budget.
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Hitachi Rail & DB Cargo Launch First Automated Freight Locomotive in EU
Hitachi Rail, DB Cargo and a number of additional partners have launched Europe's first automated freight locomotive.
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DB Prepares ICE 3neo for Expanded Cross-Border Rail Services
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced plans to adapt up to 32 ICE 3neo trains for future international operations in France and Poland.
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Sweden: Alstom Completes Delivery of ERTMS on Malmbanan
Alstom has completed both the delivery and commission of the ERTMS on the Iron Ore Line (known locally as Malmbanan).
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Siemens Mobility to Deliver Vectron Dual Mode Locomotives for Akiem
Siemens Mobility has signed an order with Akiem for the provision of 10 Vectron Dual Mode (VDM) locomotives.
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Uber Partners with Gemini Trains for New Cross Channel Rail Services
Uber has announced plans to introduce a series of cross-channel rail services through a co-branding partnership with Gemini Trains.
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East Railway Project to Connect Finland to Rail Networks in Europe
Train & Rail provided insights into the East Railway project set to connect Helsinki with eastern regions in Finland and beyond to Europe.
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Alstom Confirms Leadership Changes in Europe and AMECA Regions
Alstom has announced upcoming changes to its senior leadership team for Europe and AMECA regions, effective from 1 June 2025.
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Trafikverket Presents Vision 2050 Plan for Rail in Sweden
At the Train & Rail event in Stockholm, Lars Lindgren of Trafikverket presented Sweden’s Vision 2050 plan for its railway sector.
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New Train Operator Announces Plans for Channel Tunnel Services
A new train operating company, Gemini, has been established to provide competitive high-speed rail services between the UK and Europe.
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Alstom Traxx Units Bound for Slovenian Freight Operations
Alstom has signed a contract to deliver 30 four-axle Traxx Universal multisystem electric trains for transport operator SŽ – Tovorni Promet.
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Rail Baltica Secures Additional CEF Funding
RB Rail AS has secured 1.394 billion EUR in funding under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) to accelerate the Rail Baltica project.
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Alstom Consolidates European Operations with New Regional Structure
Following its acquisition of Bombardier, Alstom is restructuring its European operations to further strengthen its presence in the region.
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Alstom to Deliver Traxx Universal Locomotives to Captrain Polska
Alstom has been contracted to supply three electric Traxx Universal multi-system locomotives to Captrain Polska.
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Eurostar Announces 100% Renewable Energy Goal of 2030
Eurostar has announced a goal of achieving 100% renewable operation across its high-speed rail network by the end of 2030.
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Knorr-Bremse Signs Service Contract for Stadler Trains in Europe
Knorr-Bremse has signed a service agreement with Stadler, covering maintenance, repairs and the supply of spare parts for trains in Europe.