Latest Freight Rail News
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Greece: Port of Thessaloniki Signs Rail Transport Agreement for Southeastern Europe
The Port of Thessaloniki has signed a MoU with Hellenic Train and Bulgarian State Railways (BDZ) to improve rail freight connectivity.
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ZSSK CARGO to Provide First-Mile Logistics for Volvo Cars Plant in Slovakia
ZSSK CARGO has been awarded a tender to supply first-mile rail logistics for a new Volvo Cars manufacturing plant in Valaliky.
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Freight Traffic: Highest Quality for the Toughest Conditions
voestalpine delivers system solutions for freight rail traffic—high-load rails, turnouts and diagnostics that ensure availability and safety…
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2026 Freight Railcar Parts Forecast: Key Market Trends and What to Expect
COMET outlines the outlook for freight-rail parts demand to 2026, offering insights into replacement cycles and market growth
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ÖBB Rail Cargo Group Completes First Belgian Operation
The ÖBB Rail Cargo Group has officially begun operating in Belgium following the receipt of a required safety certificate from the ERA.
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Port of Antwerp-Bruges Unveils New Direct Rail Freight Links
The Port of Antwerp-Bruges has announced an expansion of its rail network with the introduction of three new connections.
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Optimizing Rail Networks: Traffic Flow and Route Management
COMET Industries discovers how smart rail technology and real-time data can improve freight traffic flow and route optimisation.
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Wi-Fi for Freight Rail: Boosting Efficiency with Modern Connectivity
COMET Industries explores the benefits of WiFi-enhanced rail operations, including real-time communication and remote diagnostics.
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Managing the Rail Car Lifecycle: Tips for Cost Optimization
COMET Industries explores the importance of and benefits of strategic railcar lifecycle management, as well as tips for implementation.
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Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Seek to Create US Transcontinental Railroad
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have announced a proposed merger to form the United States’ first coast-to-coast freight railway.
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Railcar Component Repair: Tips to Save Time and Costs
Comet Industries shares how proactive repair of railcar components improves efficiency and lowers maintenance costs for operators.
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Extending Railcar Life Expectancy
COMET Industries shares how its railcar refurbishment services have improved fleet longevity and regulatory compliance.
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Proven Strategies for Effective Railcar Maintenance
COMET explores strategies for improved and effective railcar maintenance, including key components and advanced technology.
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Sustainability That Works: Reconditioning Rail Components for Long-Term Value
COMET Industries supports sustainable rail operations by extending component life through expert reconditioning.
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Enhancing Rail Communication Systems: Best Practices and Innovations
COMET Industries has installed AEI systems and insulated rail joints across miles of track to strengthen rail communication networks.
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UK: First Freight Service Runs on East West Rail Line
The East West Rail line has seen its inaugural freight service, with the first train entering the line from Didcot this past Monday.
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India: First 9000 HP Electric Freight Locomotive Launched at Dahod
India's Prime Minister has inaugurated the first new D9 series electric locomotives at the Indian Railways facility in Dahod.
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Ab Ovo’s Rail Freight Executive Roundtable a Success
Ab Ovo recently hosted an executive roundtable, during which rail freight professionals discussed sustainability strategies.
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Norfolk Southern Invests in Alabama Rail Line
Norfolk Southern is investing 200 million USD to enhance the capacity of the 3B Corridor rail line in Alabama.
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The Future of Freight: Innovations Transforming Rail Cargo
Shahar Hania, CEO & Co-Founder at Rail Vision explores key developments and drivers in the freight rail industry.
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Global Rail Trends: A Look around the World of Innovations
Shahar Hania, CEO & Co-Founder at Rail Vision takes a look at the global trends and innovations in the rail industry.
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Norfolk Southern Completes $1 Billion in Infrastructure Upgrades
US freight railroad company, Norfolk Southern has completed 1 billion USD in infrastructure upgrades throughout 2023.
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Stadler EURO9000 Approved for the Netherlands and Belgium
Stadler's EURO9000 locomotive has received type approval to operate in the Netherlands and Belgium.
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UK: Government Aims to Grow Rail Freight by 75%
The UK Government has announced it aims to grow the use of rail freight in the country by at least 75% by 2050.
