Renfe and JR Central unite to expand global high-speed rail and DfT appoints Costain-led consortium
Renfe and JR Central boost international rail ties as DfT selects Costain consortium for UK infrastructure upgrades.
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GHD joins Costain-led team to advise on key rail upgrades across western and Wales regions
GHD will support the Department for Transport with expert rail infrastructure advice alongside Costain and specialist partners.
Alstom opens new Hornell facility to restore train manufacturing and strengthen U.S. rail industry
Alstom’s $75 million Plant 4 brings stainless steel train car production to New York, creating hundreds of skilled jobs and boosting U.S. manufacturing.
Clean Futures Accelerator opens for West Midlands SMEs developing net zero and clean transport innovations
West Midlands SMEs can now apply for funding and support to trial green transport solutions through the Clean Futures Accelerator.
HS2 installs first high-speed platforms at Old Oak Common in major construction milestone
HS2 begins installing passenger platforms at Old Oak Common, marking a key step towards the UK’s new high-speed railway.
Baltic ministers urge long-term EU funding to complete Rail Baltica and boost regional security
Baltic transport ministers call for stable EU funding to complete Rail Baltica, citing its vital role in regional defence.
Alstom launches extended Kanpur metro corridor with India-made trains and advanced CBTC signalling system
Alstom begins revenue service on Kanpur metro extension, delivering locally-built trains with cutting-edge CBTC technology and improved commuter experience.
Stadler expands Polish engineering team and opens new Poznań office to support global projects
Stadler boosts its presence in Poland with a new Poznań office and expanded engineering team supporting local and international rail projects.
Alstom boosts train production in Poland with major investment to meet European rail demand
Alstom invests PLN 487 million to expand production in Poland, supporting over 200 international train orders across Europe.
Modi flags off powerful 9000 HP electric freight locomotive made mostly in India
India unveils its first 9000 HP electric freight locomotive, with Siemens and Indian Railways driving sustainable rail transformation.
FlixTrain orders 65 new high-speed trains to drive growth across Germany and Europe
FlixTrain announces €2.4 billion investment in new trains to expand affordable, sustainable high-speed rail across Germany and Europe.
Partnership to transform London Waterloo into vibrant destination with improved travel and community experience
A new collaboration aims to revitalise Waterloo Station, enhancing passenger journeys and unlocking wider regeneration and investment across the South Bank.
South Western Railway returns to public ownership under new Great British Railways reform plan
South Western Railway is the first operator to return to public control, marking a major step in UK rail reform.
New platform at Bradford Forster Square boosts train services and connectivity to London by 250%
Bradford’s new platform increases daily trains to London, providing 1.9 million extra seats and supporting economic growth during City of Culture celebrations.
Historic Locomotion No. 1 to star at Alstom’s Railway 200 celebration in Derby
Alstom’s Railway 200 festival in Derby will feature Locomotion No. 1 and over 50 historic and modern train exhibits.
