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Alstom to deliver new subway trains for Toronto, boosting jobs and local manufacturing
Alstom secures CAD 2.3 billion contract to supply 70 new subway trains for Toronto, creating nearly 1,000 Canadian jobs and enhancing sustainability.
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Rolling Stock Orders/Developments
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 and orders placed in mainline and high-speed passenger trains, plus rail freight locomotives and heavy-haul wagons.
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HBC to deliver net-zero Maintenance Delivery Unit for Network Rail in Sheffield
HBC Construction has been appointed by Network Rail to deliver a £7.2m net-zero Maintenance Delivery Unit in Sheffield, setting a new benchmark for sustainable rail infrastructure.
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Rail Baltica to construct largest Baltic rolling stock depot in Estonia by 2028
Rail Baltica Estonia will build a high-speed train depot in Rae municipality, consolidating maintenance, repair, and operations while creating 150–200 permanent jobs.
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Network Rail unveils fly-through showing ambitious Liverpool Street station transformation plans
Network Rail showcases proposed redevelopment of London Liverpool Street station with enhanced accessibility, larger concourse, improved facilities, and future-proof design for rising passenger numbers.
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Alstom secures SNCF order for 15 additional Avelia Horizon high-speed trains
SNCF Voyageurs has approved a further order for Avelia Horizon trains, reinforcing investment in high-speed, low-carbon rail travel across Europe.
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DB Cargo UK sells 25 Class 66 locomotives to Romania’s GFR for freight operations
DB Cargo UK will deliver 25 Class 66 locomotives to Romania’s GFR, enhancing freight efficiency and modernising diesel traction across Central and South-Eastern Europe.
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Vande Bharat Express redefines inter-city travel with faster, safer, energy-efficient trains in India
India’s Vande Bharat Express introduces semi-high-speed trains with modern safety, comfort, and energy-efficient systems, enhancing passenger experience and supporting national mobility goals.
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UK green-lights five hydrogen technology demonstrations including first hydrogen-powered railway shunter
Five UK projects will showcase hydrogen production, storage, and end-use technologies, including the nation’s first hydrogen-powered rail shunter.
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Alstom to deliver 26 more Coradia Max double-decker trains to Baden-Württemberg by 2028
Alstom expands Coradia Max fleet with 26 new trains for Baden-Württemberg, offering higher capacity, comfort, energy efficiency, and long-term maintenance through 2055.
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Clear tracks ahead as Siemens’ Vectron Dual Mode gains Germany and Austria cross-border approval
Siemens’ Vectron Dual Mode locomotive receives dual-country authorisation, handed to Stern & Hafferl Verkehr, enabling flexible, emission‑reducing operation across electrified and non‑electrified routes.
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Alstom secures €62 million contract to maintain Indian Railways WAG-12B locomotives until 2031
Alstom will maintain 300 WAG-12B electric locomotives at Sabarmati depot, supporting India’s green freight transition and training over 22,000 Indian Railways staff.
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Rail Vision expands in India with major proof of concept for Indian Railway safety systems
Rail Vision launches a Proof of Concept in India with Sujan Industries, showcasing its Mainline technology to enhance railway safety and operational efficiency.
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Nexrail and Vossloh expand DE18 Smart Hybrid fleet to support low-emission freight across Europe
Nexrail orders 20 additional DE18 Smart Hybrid locomotives with ETCS Level 2 and German PZB upgrades, boosting low-emission operations across Belgium, France, Luxembourg, and Germany.
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Four major Sydney Metro West contracts awarded to boost capacity and modernise city rail network
John Holland, Gamuda, Metro Trains West Consortium and Metropolis Consortium secure key contracts to deliver new stations, trains and infrastructure for Sydney Metro West.
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Siemens Mobility’s Vectron becomes first modern locomotive authorised for 230 km/h international passenger service
The Vectron locomotive receives ERA approval for passenger service across six European countries, with Czech operator ČD first to benefit from deliveries starting 2026.
