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The Czech Republic has announced the largest tender in its history for the purchase of 133 electric trains along with long-term maintenance, with a total value of $3.3 billion

22.04.2025

Czech Republic Announces Largest Tender for Electric Trains Worth $3.3 Billion

The Czech Republic has announced the largest tender in its history for the purchase of 133 electric trains along with long-term maintenance, with a total value of $3.
Trial operation of the innovative ComfortJet trains has begun in the Czech Republic, with passenger services running from April 15 on the Prague – Ostrava – Bohumín route.

17.04.2025

ComfortJet trains with passengers start running in the Czech Republic

Trial operation of the innovative ComfortJet trains has begun in the Czech Republic, with passenger services running from April 15 on the Prague – Ostrava – Bohumín route.
Train delays Czechia struck today, halting services across major rail routes. A security system glitch triggered widespread disruptions this morning.

15.03.2025

Train Delays Czechia: Security Glitch Hits Rail Services

Train Delays Czechia Disrupt Rail Network. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The Czech Republic railway operator, Správa železnic (SŽ), has selected a contractor. Specifically, STRABAG Rail, EUROVIA, and PORR will build the new section

14.03.2025

Czech Republic Boosts Rail with New Brno-Pršerov Line

The Czech Republic railway operator, Správa železnic (SŽ), has selected a contractor. Specifically, STRABAG Rail, EUROVIA, and PORR will build the new section.
Czech Railways transported 168.8 million people across the country and abroad in 2024. This figure surpassed last year’s result by 3%, delighting industry experts.

07.03.2025

Czech Railways Transported 168.8 Million Passengers in 2024

Czech Railways transported 168. 8 million people across the country and abroad in 2024.
Freight Train Derails in eastern Czech Republic, igniting a massive chemical fire. Thick black smoke rises high as benzene tankers burn near Hustopeče nad Bečvou.

01.03.2025

Freight Train Derails, Sparks Massive Chemical Fire in Czech Republic

Massive Chemical Fire Breaks Out After Train Derailment in Czech Republic. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The company CZ Loko has signed a contract to supply 50 motorized platforms for operator SZ. The deal is worth 1.54 billion CZK (€60M), and deliveries will be completed by 2028.

25.02.2025

CZ Loko to Deliver 50 Motorized Platforms for SZ by 2028

The company CZ Loko has signed a contract to supply 50 motorized platforms for operator SZ. The deal is worth 1.
EffiShunter 1000

31.01.2025

CZ Loko to Modernize Shunting Locomotives for CD Cargo by 2027

Czech manufacturer CZ Loko has begun upgrading up to 50 shunting locomotives for freight operator CD Cargo. These locomotives, built between 1977 and 1986, will receive advanced components and significant technical improvements.
Škoda finalized the delivery of 110 RegioPanter trains to Czech Railways by January 2025.

27.01.2025

Škoda Completes Delivery of RegioPanter Trains for Czech Railways

Škoda finalized the delivery of 110 RegioPanter trains to Czech Railways by January 2025. This development significantly enhanced the quality of regional transportation across the country.
Czech Railways is testing Starlink satellite internet on its trains to improve passenger connectivity

18.01.2025

Czech Railways Tests Starlink Internet for Enhanced Train Connectivity

Czech Railways is testing Starlink satellite internet on its trains to improve passenger connectivity. This innovation aims to enhance travel experiences on routes like Brno to Olomouc and Prague.
The Prague-Beroun tunnel

04.01.2025

Prague-Beroun Tunnel: Transforming Czechia’s Rail Network for Faster Travel

The Prague-Beroun tunnel is set to revolutionize rail transport in Czechia by improving speed and efficiency. This 24.
Czech Railways

25.12.2024

Czech Railways Upgrades Trains with 5G Technology for Better Connectivity

Czech Railways has partnered with ČD – Telematika and Kontron Transportation to install 5G mobile systems in modern trains.