All Fleet strategy & procurement articles – Page 6
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NewsTrump Administration cuts funding for California's high-speed rail
The FRA has cancelled 175 million dollars in federal funding for California high-speed rail, as officials criticise mismanagement and escalating project costs.
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NewsAlstom to supply driverless trains and CBTC signalling for Mumbai Metro Line 4 project
Alstom will build 39 driverless Metropolis trainsets in India and deliver CBTC signalling with maintenance services for Mumbai Metro Line 4.
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NewsWH Davis to expand workforce by 25% with UK Government backing
WH Davis, the UK’s only independent railway wagon manufacturer, will create 20 new jobs as part of a €44 million export contract to Ireland.
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NewsNew battery trains to replace diesel fleet and transform regional mobility across North Rhine-Westphalia
Regiobahn will introduce Siemens Mobility Mireo Smart Plus B battery trains on the RE 47 line by 2026, delivering cleaner, more efficient, and comfortable regional travel.
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Amtrak begins major rail yard modernisations in Boston, New York, and Washington to support new trains
Amtrak launches upgrades to key Northeast Corridor yards, enhancing maintenance, reliability, and efficiency for its upcoming Airo and NextGen Acela trains by 2030.
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NewsVINCI construction and Colas win €100m contract for Alameda–Melipilla railway expansion in Chile
VINCI subsidiary ETF and Colas Rail will build a 21.5 km section of the Alameda–Melipilla line, improving connectivity and reducing journey times.
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ArticleBattery technology gains ground in the race to decarbonise rail
Railway batteries are transforming transport by reducing diesel use, supporting hybrid and electric trains, and enabling cost-effective electrification across global rail networks.
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NewsNextgen Acela high-speed trains to transform travel between Boston, New York and Washington DC by 2027
Amtrak’s Nextgen Acela launches 28 august, offering faster journeys, more seats, and modern amenities along the busy northeast corridor between Boston and Washington.
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NewsDB Cargo UK begins fitting ETCS to Class 66 locomotives at Toton depot this week
DB Cargo UK has started installing ETCS digital signalling on nine Class 66 freight locomotives to boost capacity and safety on the East Coast Main Line.
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NewsRail Baltica signs €38 million contract for Poland to Kaunas high-speed railway connection
Rail Baltica advances with design contract for electrified double-track line, improving passenger and freight links between Poland and Kaunas.
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ArticleDB Cargo UK takes Pride to the next level
Doncaster Pride 2025 is just a few days away and for the very first time, Doncaster-based rail freight operator DB Cargo UK has sponsored the event. The sponsorship is part of a range of activities coordinated by the company’s Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Council, which was established in 2024. ...
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NewsChiltern Railways secures low-emission train fleet to enhance services and cut environmental impact by 2026
Chiltern Railways will introduce 13 modern trains using Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil fuel from 2026, improving passenger experience while supporting Arriva’s sustainability and decarbonisation goals.
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Alstom to supply new automated metros and upgrade Lyon line D with advanced signalling
Alstom will deliver 26 automated MPL25 metro trains and modernise Lyon’s line D with Urbalis signalling, improving passenger experience, energy efficiency, and network reliability.
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NewsGoldschmidt Sweden begins major upgrade to boost production capacity and sustainability in Osby
Goldschmidt Sweden invests in new facilities and modernisation to improve efficiency, enhance employee conditions, and meet growing customer demands while reducing environmental impact.
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NewsCPK completes Retkinia launching chamber ahead of Poland’s longest high-speed rail tunnel construction
CPK has finalised the Retkinia chamber in Łódź, paving the way for high-speed tunnel excavation beginning in 2026.
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ArticleSiemens Mobility invests in locomotive production and a new HQ
Siemens Mobility invests €250 million to increase Vectron locomotive output, integrate advanced digital solutions, and consolidate headquarters at Munich-Allach facility.
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NewsEU shows faith in key Rail Fund by doubling it - European Rail Supply Industry Reacts to Draft EU Budget
UNIFE praises increased funding in EU draft budget, highlighting support for rail infrastructure, military mobility, and sustainable transport goals across Europe.
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NewsPete Waterman’s Making Tracks heading for The Greatest Gathering
Alstom is partnering with Key Model World to deliver the Model Railway Village, as part of The Greatest Gathering railway extravaganza taking place in Derby next month.
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NewsFreightliner secures two five-year contracts to expand heavy haul rail services for Breedon
Freightliner renews cement transport and launches new aggregates contract with Breedon, investing in locomotives, wagons, and facilities to boost efficiency and sustainability.
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NewsEurostar power car 3999 joins lineup for Alstom’s Greatest Gathering railway 200 celebration in Derby
Eurostar’s Class 373 power car 3999 will be displayed at The Greatest Gathering in Derby this August, for Railway 200