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Alstom launches France’s first battery-powered regional trains on non-electrified lines
The first two battery-powered TER trains are now operating in Occitanie and the Sud Region, forming part of a €41 million national programme.
Rollon expands telescopic rail range with new technology for demanding railway applications
Rollon has expanded its telescopic rail portfolio with new magnetic versions designed to improve load handling, motion control and durability.
Thessaloniki Metro Kalamaria extension opens with Hitachi Rail driverless signalling technology
The new underground extension strengthens Thessaloniki’s metro network, extending automated services to Kalamaria and supporting more sustainable urban mobility.
Emergency services complete final training exercise before City Rail Link opens to passengers
Fire, police and ambulance services have carried out a final multi-agency exercise in City Rail Link’s tunnels and stations ahead of the line’s opening on 13 September.
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Riga Central Station southern section reaches major construction milestone ahead of Rail Baltica’s 2028 operations
The southern section of Riga Central Station has reached substantial completion, bringing the Rail Baltica hub closer to its planned 2028 operations.
Hitachi Rail to modernise Jakarta MRT fare collection system across 13 stations
Hitachi Rail and PT Softorb Technology Indonesia have been awarded a contract to modernise automatic fare collection across all 13 stations of MRT Jakarta’s Phase 1 line.
Greater Copenhagen Light Rail fully opens with Siemens Mobility’s Avenio fleet in service
Siemens Mobility and Aarsleff Rail have completed the Greater Copenhagen Light Rail, opening all 29 stations along the 28km route and introducing a fleet of Avenio vehicles.
Dubai Metro Blue Line uses laser scanning to support high-accuracy construction
Surveying teams working on Dubai Metro’s Blue Line have used 3D laser scanning to capture existing infrastructure with accuracy below 5mm.
New ICE service to connect the Netherlands directly with Hamburg and Bremen
NS International will introduce new ICE services linking the Netherlands with Hamburg and Bremen from October, offering travellers a direct route of around four hours.
Alstom launches first next generation G Class tram into passenger service in Melbourne
Alstom has introduced the first G Class tram into passenger service in Melbourne under its €700 million fleet programme.
DB Cargo UK begins search for new owner as parent company reshapes European business
DB Cargo UK has begun searching for a new owner after CEO Andrea Rossi informed 2,155 employees of the decision.
Alstom study reveals how Madhepura locomotive project reshaped Bihar’s economy and India’s freight ambitions
Alstom’s latest impact assessment highlights how its Madhepura joint venture has boosted manufacturing, employment and freight decarbonisation across India.
PayPal and Deutsche Bahn launch cashback offer for German rail passengers
PayPal and Deutsche Bahn have launched a cashback campaign offering German customers rewards on train ticket purchases made through bahn.de.
Southeastern to install over 200 new ticket machines in £9 million investment
Southeastern is introducing more than 200 new Ticket Vending Machines across its network, replacing equipment that is in some cases over 20 years old, as part of a £9 million investment in stations and services.
InnoTrans 2026 to showcase nearly 300 exhibitors in vehicle interior innovations
Nearly 300 exhibitors will present new concepts for rail vehicle interiors at InnoTrans 2026, covering seating, maintenance, catering and safety across 15,000 square metres in Berlin.
PKP signs contract for historic Pasłęk railway station reconstruction
Polish State Railways has signed a contract for the reconstruction of the historic Pasłęk railway station, with work due to begin this summer and completion expected in 2028.
Hitachi Rail completes signalling upgrades at Ciulnița and Fetești stations in Romania
Hitachi Rail has commissioned new electronic interlocking systems at Ciulnița and Fetești stations in Romania, marking a significant step in the country’s rail signalling modernisation programme.
DB Cargo opens Kyiv office to strengthen Ukraine-Europe supply chains
DB Cargo Full Load Solutions has opened a representative office in Kyiv, aiming to strengthen cross-border supply chains and improve Ukraine’s connection to the European Economic Area.
Amtrak proposes new corporate structure to support growth over next 50 years
Amtrak’s board is inviting public feedback on a preliminary framework designed to reshape the company’s corporate structure and support long-term growth.
European Loc Pool orders 20 more EuroDual locomotives to expand fleet to 144
European Loc Pool has ordered 20 additional EuroDual locomotives from Stadler Valencia, expanding its fleet to 144 units and reinforcing a long-standing partnership between the two companies.