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DB ESG opens Rail Technology Hub to drive UK rail innovation
DB ESG has opened a new Rail Technology Hub in Derby to accelerate engineering innovation, sustainability and collaboration across the UK rail sector.
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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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€295.5 million EU grant boosts Rail Baltica construction progress across Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania
Rail Baltica secures €295.5 million EU funding to advance construction, electrification, and infrastructure across Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, with full-scale works well underway.
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Eurostar unveil major €2 billion investment in next-generation fleet
Eurostar Celestia will introduce up to 50 double-decker high-speed trains by 2031, increasing capacity, sustainability, and passenger comfort while creating hundreds of skilled jobs in London.
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Liebherr to supply HVAC systems for Stadler Intercity trains operated by Saudi Arabia Railways
Liebherr-Transportation Systems will provide HVAC systems for Stadler’s new Intercity DMUs, ensuring passenger comfort on Saudi Arabia Railways’ east-west corridor.
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£100m train upgrade boosts comfort and reliability across the South East’s busiest rail networks
A £100m five-year upgrade of 304 Electrostar trains improves comfort, reliability, and sustainability for Southern, Gatwick Express, Great Northern, and Southeastern passengers.
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Piccadilly Line upgrade to receive independent quality assurance services
DB ESG and DB Systemtechnik will provide independent quality assurance for TfL’s new Piccadilly line trains, ensuring design, build, and testing meet strict standards.
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Gemini Trains partners with Siemens, Rock Rail and Uber to launch new London to Europe fleet
Gemini Trains confirms partnership with Siemens Mobility, Rock Rail and Uber to deliver a new high-speed cross-Channel fleet connecting London with Paris, Brussels and Cologne.
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Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking launches €148.2 million call for innovative projects across Europe
The 2025-02 call invites SMEs, universities and start-ups to develop digital, sustainable and resilient solutions for the future of European rail networks.
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RSSB launches Rail Carbon Accounting Framework to standardise UK emissions reporting
RSSB has introduced the Rail Carbon Accounting Framework to unify carbon reporting and strengthen the rail industry’s net-zero commitments by 2050.
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Northern City Line has upgraded its entire fleet of 25 Class 717
Govia Thameslink Railway and Siemens Mobility have upgraded all Class 717 trains to ETCS version 3.6.0, improving reliability, safety, and capacity on the Northern City Line.
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Etihad Rail and Keolis announce joint venture to launch passenger services across the UAE
Etihad Rail partners with Keolis to introduce passenger rail services in the UAE, aiming for world-class travel and seamless passenger experience from 2026.
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54 brand new DLR trains roll out this week
The first of 54 new DLR trains is now in service, offering increased capacity, accessibility, air conditioning, and modern features for London commuters.
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Skoda Group unveils new four-car metro trains for Sofia to boost comfort and capacity
The Czech manufacturer Skoda Group has revealed its latest metro trains for Sofia, featuring air-conditioning, regenerative braking, and accessible design for modern urban transport.
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Dry ice technology to be trialled to clear leaves off UK railway lines
Northern and University of Sheffield to test dry ice cleaning system aimed at removing leaves from UK tracks and reducing seasonal disruption.
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Alstom opens 100 new rail jobs in Italy as Sesto San Giovanni site celebrates 70 years
Alstom announces 100 new positions across Italy at its historic Sesto San Giovanni site, supporting growth in railway maintenance, innovation, and sustainable mobility.
