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Images: Stadler set to deliver first narrow-gauge trains with hydrogen propulsion for Italy
Stadler have been awarded two framework agreements by ARST and FdC for the supply and maintenance of hydrogen trains.
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Rolling Stock
The term rolling stock in the rail transportation industry refers to any vehicle that moves along a railway track. Global Railway Review’s coverage of rolling stock includes developments in mainline and high-speed passenger trains, plus rail freight locomotives and heavy-haul wagons.
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Q&A with Olivier Loison: Alstom and Indian Railways
Olivier Loison, Managing Director for Alstom India, discusses the collaborative relationship between Alstom and Indian Railways, and explores how this led to the milestone delivery of the 300th WAG 12B electric locomotive.
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Northern developing app to check when trains were last cleaned
Northern staff will be able to easily identify which trains need cleaning based on real time data from the new app being developed.
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Tobu Railway begin operating Hitachi Rail’s SPACIA X trains
Tobi Railway are now operating Hitachi Rail’s new SPACIA X, which will reduce CO2 emissions by up to 40% compared to the current SPACIA.
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Akiem signs framework agreement with Alstom for 100 Traxx multi-system locomotives
The new framework agreement with Alstom will allow Akiem to contribute to the rejuvenation of rail freight and intercity passenger transport in Europe.
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Alpha Trains and Siemens Mobility sign service contract for Vectron locomotives
Alpha Trains have awarded Siemens Mobility a maintenance and service contract for Vectron locomotives that covers a period of 15 years.
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Stadler to supply trains for regional transport around Mount Vesuvius
Stadler and EAV have signed a framework agreement to supply electric multiple units for regional transport on the Vesuvian railway lines.
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Renfe extend contract with CAF for additional Media Distancia electric trains
As part of a Fleet Renewal Plan, Renfe have extended its contract with CAF for the supply of another 32 Media Distancia electric trains.
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Alstom celebrates 200th anniversary of world’s first locomotive works
Alstom are celebrating the 200th anniversary of the world’s first locomotive works, Newcastle-based Robert Stephenson and Company.
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Alstom and Northrail sign contract for 50 Traxx Universal locomotives
Alstom and Northrail have signed a framework agreement for 50 multi-system Traxx Universal locomotives with a full-service maintenance package for up to 16 years.
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First battery train in Europe completes phase one rollout
Hitachi Rail have completed phase one of production on the ground-breaking Masaccio train, the first European fleet able to operate on battery, electric and diesel power.
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Škoda Group sign contract in Egypt worth over €1 billion
Škoda Group has signed two contracts with Egyptian National Railways to modernise and maintain at least 280 electro-diesel locomotives.
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VIT keeps your railway vehicles FIT
SŽ – VIT has released a new brochure showcasing their maintenance services. Explore their brochure for all types of railway vehicles maintenance – from wheelsets to the latest types of electric locomotives.
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Siemens’ next-generation hybrid multiple units
Elmar Zeiler, Head of the Commuter and Regional Trains Unit at Siemens Mobility, tells us more about their alternative drive system, Mireo Plus; how it works, the benefits and market reactions so far.
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Global Railway Review Issue 2 2023
Packed full of exclusive content, including: a statement from Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister; the plans to transform American rail travel; managing operational complexities; and much more!
