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Metra BNSF Line train passing Halsted Street station in Chicago

18.07.2026

Metra Security Drones Expand Rail Safety Monitoring

NJ Transit Comet V train arriving at Cherry Hill station

18.07.2026

NJ Transit FY 2027 Budget Advances $3.5 Billion Plan

CAF ATR 465 tilting diesel multiple unit at the Velim test circuit

17.07.2026

ATR 465 Train Test Reaches 150 km/h Across Sardinia

VIA bike-on-board service resumes on four trains

17.03.2026

Via Rail service improvement faces audit pressure

Via Rail service improvement remains a central issue in Canada’s latest auditor general report. At the same time, the Crown corporation received a positive overall assessment for its management practices.
Amtrak cancellations Northeast Corridor expand in storm

17.03.2026

Amtrak employee assault on delayed train ends in arrest

As reported by WLNS, Amtrak employee assault led to the arrest of a 32-year-old Dewitt man. Also, police said the disturbance happened on a delayed train.
US public transit manufacturing in new APTA maps

14.03.2026

US public transit manufacturing mapped across all 50 states

US public transit manufacturing is the focus of new research from the American Public Transportation Association (APTA). The research shows how federal public transport spending connects thousands of suppliers across the United States.
Portal North Bridge starts service on March 16

14.03.2026

Portal North Bridge opens first track for service

Portal North Bridge is set to enter service on 16 March. On that date, NJ TRANSIT and Amtrak will begin operating the first track.
SNCF ticket sales open from March 11 for summer trips

14.03.2026

SNCF ticket sales open for TGV, OUIGO and INTERCITÉS

As detailed by SNCF Connect, SNCF ticket sales have opened for TGV INOUI, OUIGO and INTERCITÉS. From March 11, passengers can book TGV INOUI services in France and across Europe.
Revised long-distance fleet replacement strategy at Amtrak

14.03.2026

Amtrak station upgrades reach Camden and Denmark

Amtrak station upgrades in Camden and Denmark have been completed. The work totals nearly $6 million.
Electric buses West Northamptonshire backed by £2.2m

14.03.2026

Electric buses West Northamptonshire: 17 buses to enter service

As reported by AOL, electric buses West Northamptonshire are set to enter service. Also, 17 vehicles will replace older diesel buses under a £2.
Alstom Coradia Stream EMUs Handed to Romanian IRC

12.03.2026

Alstom Coradia Stream EMUs Reach Romania’s IRC

As reported by Rail Journal, Alstom Coradia Stream EMUs are entering Romanian PSO services. Romania’s Railway Reform Authority (ARF) handed over the first of 13 units assigned to InterRegional Călători (IRC).
Seville Airport rail link moves to consultation

12.03.2026

Seville Airport rail link alignment wins approval

The Seville Airport rail link has moved forward. Spain’s Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility approved the alignment for a proposed 4.
SNCF Italy high-speed rail market clears first access step

12.03.2026

SNCF Italy high-speed rail market moves closer to launch

SNCF Italy high-speed rail market plans moved closer. Italy’s competition watchdog accepted commitments from the rail infrastructure manager.
Integrated mobility Trenitalia ITA Airways agreement

12.03.2026

Integrated mobility Trenitalia ITA Airways ties rail and air

Integrated mobility Trenitalia ITA Airways is the focus of a new memorandum. It is intended to develop an ecosystem combining rail and air transport.
Amtrak Big City Sale offers 25% off tickets

11.03.2026

Amtrak Big City Sale cuts Boston–Virginia fares

According to Amtrak, the Amtrak Big City Sale offers 25% off adult fares. It covers regularly priced Coach and Acela Business tickets for travel between Boston and Virginia.