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Contract for the modernization of Cairo Metro Line 1

02.09.2024

Orascom, Colas Rail, and Hitachi Rail signed a €800 million contract for the modernization of Cairo Metro Line 1

Orascom Construction (OC), in partnership with the UK’s Colas Rail and Japan’s Hitachi Rail, has signed an €800 million contract with Egypt's National Authority for Tunnels (NAT) for the modernization of Cairo's Metro Line 1, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Resumption of Train Traffic Between Metro Stations in Kyiv

31.08.2024

Resumption of Train Traffic Between “Demiyivska” and “Lybidska” Metro Stations: What’s Been Done and What’s Ahead?

The restoration of the tunnel between the "Demiyivska" and "Lybidska" metro stations in Kyiv is nearing its final stage, as reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply, citing the Kyiv City Mayor's page.
Brazil to Acquire 33 New Metro Trains

30.08.2024

Brazil to Acquire 33 New Metro Trains: Rolling Stock Renewal and Infrastructure Modernization

The authorities of the Federal District of Brasília (the capital of Brazil) have announced plans for a significant expansion of the city's metro fleet, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Hamburg Launches the First Automated Metro Line U5

27.08.2024

Hamburg Launches the First Automated Metro Line U5: Timelines, Details, and Project Innovations

Hamburg is actively advancing its project to create the city’s first automated metro line, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
CRRC Unveils New Battery-Powered Locomotive for Metro

21.08.2024

CRRC Unveils New Battery-Powered Locomotive for Metro with Record Range and Advanced Safety Systems

CRRC has introduced an innovative battery-powered locomotive for metro systems, which was showcased in June at the International Urban Rail Transit Exhibition in Beijing, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
First Monorail Train for São Paulo Arrives from China

21.08.2024

First Monorail Train for São Paulo Arrives from China: New Features and Delivery Timelines

In July 2024, the first of 19 trains ordered by Metropolitano de São Paulo (CMSP) arrived in São Paulo, the capital of the Brazilian state, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Chicago Expands Busiest Subway Line by 9 km

20.08.2024

Chicago Expands Busiest Subway Line by 9 km: New Stations and Improved Connectivity

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has announced a $2. 9 billion contract with the Walsh-Vinci Transit Community Partners consortium, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Air Disinfection System for Public Transport

19.08.2024

Air Disinfection System for Public Transport

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the urgent need for effective air disinfection in public transportation. To keep passengers safe, various solutions have been developed, including modern air filtration systems, UV-C lamps, and other innovative technologies.
Opening of New Metro Lines in Sydney

19.08.2024

Opening of New Metro Lines in Sydney: 15.5 km, Six Stations, and Improved Transport Connectivity

August 19, 2024, marked an important event for the transport system of New South Wales, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Madrid Metro to Automate Line 6

12.08.2024

Madrid Metro to Automate Line 6: Platform Screen Doors, New Technologies, and Investments

Madrid Metro is set to begin automating Line 6, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply. Madrid Metro has announced a tender for the installation of platform screen doors at stations along Line 6 as part of a project to automate train operations.
Bangkok to Procure 51 New Metro Trains

12.08.2024

Bangkok to Procure 51 New Metro Trains: Which Companies Will be the Suppliers?

Bangkok's metro operator, BEM, has announced its intention to purchase 51 new trains for its metro network, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.