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VIA Rail considers four companies for the manufacture of their new fleet
With a brand-new fleet of modern trains servicing the Quebec City-Windsor corridor, VIA Rail will offer customers a renewed and improved travel experience…
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Rolling Stock Developments In-Depth Focus 2018
The rail sector is changing at rapid pace with numerous innovative digital technologies now playing a crucial role in how tracks are run and maintained. Among these modern infrastructure changes, the development of rolling stock should not be overlooked – the comfort and performance of trains is just as important…
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VIA Rail celebrates achievements and resolves contribution to a sustainable future
Last year marked an important landmark in the history of VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) as the company celebrated its 40th anniversary. In the 2017 Sustainable Mobility Report, Canada’s national passenger rail carrier highlighted their plans to transform mobility and contribute to Canada’s growth.
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VIA Rail Canada launches RFQ for manufacturer of new fleet
The fleet renewal is part of VIA Rail's transformation plan to lead Canadians towards a more sustainable future with an improved transport network…
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VIA Rail Canada awards $54 million accessibility contract to Bombardier
The agreed renovations of VIA Rail Canada’s train cars will save money, reduce pollution, increase job prospects within the region and greatly enhance the comfort and accessibility of the transport network…
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Government of Canada to fund new fleet for VIA Rail
The Government of Canada has announced that it will provide funding for VIA Rail – Canada's national rail passenger service – to replace its fleet in the Quebec City-Windsor Corridor...
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Highest revenue month on record for VIA Rail Canada
A 12 per cent increase compared to 2016 brings VIA Rail Canada 1.2 million passengers in the third quarter…
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Building passenger rail: the answer to congestion in Canada…
4 February 2016 | By Yves Desjardins-Siciliano, President and Chief Executive Officer, VIA Rail Canada
We are at critical point in Canada with respect to the mobility of the population. Road congestion in and out of urban centres is growing and there is no relief in sight. Airports are reaching capacity. And, in times of inclement weather, road travel remains unreliable. With limited investment options…
