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CRRC EMUs and locomotives for Malaysia ECRL completed

01.12.2025

CRRC EMUs and locomotives for Malaysia ECRL completed

Malaysia East Coast Rail Link trains roll out in Dalian

21.11.2025

Malaysia East Coast Rail Link trains roll out in Dalian

CRRC Wins $36.3 Million Deal to Upgrade Guadalajara Light Metro

10.11.2025

CRRC Wins $36.3 Million Deal to Upgrade Guadalajara Light Metro

DDEMU2 is being tested in Hungary, and the project could become a major step for CRRC’s entry into the Central European market with modern, high-capacity trains

15.08.2025

DDEMU2 Undergoing Tests and Preparing for European Launch

DDEMU2 is being tested in Hungary, and the project could become a major step for CRRC’s entry into the Central European market with modern, high-capacity trains.
FLIRT Akku will arrive in Denmark under a contract between Stadler and Lokaltog, expanding the fleet to 24 trains and accelerating the shift toward sustainable transport

14.08.2025

FLIRT Akku for Denmark: Fleet Expansion and New Standards

FLIRT Akku will arrive in Denmark under a contract between Stadler and Lokaltog, expanding the fleet to 24 trains and accelerating the shift toward sustainable transport.
Saudi Arabia has announced plans to purchase 20 high-speed trains for the Haramain line to enhance transport connectivity and increase capacity during peak pilgrimage seasons

14.08.2025

Saudi Arabia invests in new high-speed trains

Saudi Arabia has announced plans to purchase 20 high-speed trains for the Haramain line to enhance transport connectivity and increase capacity during peak pilgrimage seasons.
The first Hyundai Rotem tram for Edmonton’s Valley Line West has arrived, and before entering service, it must undergo at least 2,000 kilometers of test runs.

12.08.2025

Hyundai Rotem begins tram deliveries for Valley Line in Edmonton

The first Hyundai Rotem tram for Edmonton’s Valley Line West has arrived, and before entering service, it must undergo at least 2,000 kilometers of test runs.
Skoda Group has sent the first metro train for Sofia to the Czech Republic for testing and plans to launch all trains on key metro lines in 2026

12.08.2025

New Metro Train for Sofia from Skoda Group Ready for Trial Runs

Skoda Group has sent the first metro train for Sofia to the Czech Republic for testing and plans to launch all trains on key metro lines in 2026.
The Rotterdam Metro is preparing for a major modernization of its rolling stock and infrastructure, with plans to purchase 38 new trains under a €578 million contract

12.08.2025

Major Upgrade for Rotterdam Metro: New Train Procurement

The Rotterdam Metro is preparing for a major modernization of its rolling stock and infrastructure, with plans to purchase 38 new trains under a €578 million contract.
Elf 2 will arrive in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship in 2026, increasing Koleje Dolnośląskie’s fleet to 45 trains and providing the region with modern, comfortable, and safe transport.

11.08.2025

Elf 2 to strengthen Lower Silesian Voivodeship transport system

Elf 2 will arrive in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship in 2026, increasing Koleje Dolnośląskie’s fleet to 45 trains and providing the region with modern, comfortable, and safe transport.
The Valley Line West achieved a major milestone as Edmonton welcomed its first Light Rail Vehicle, marking a significant advancement in the city’s modern transit expansion and future transportation vision.

10.08.2025

Valley Line West Welcomes First Light Rail Vehicle Delivery

The Valley Line West achieved a major milestone as Edmonton welcomed its first Light Rail Vehicle, marking a significant advancement in the city’s modern transit expansion and future transportation vision.
The Tren Suburbano extension from Felipe Ángeles International Airport to Pachuca advances with new tenders for modern trains, reinforcing Mexico’s broader passenger rail revival strategy across multiple corridors.

10.08.2025

Tren Suburbano Expansion and Mexico’s Rail Development Plans

The Tren Suburbano extension from Felipe Ángeles International Airport to Pachuca advances with new tenders for modern trains, reinforcing Mexico’s broader passenger rail revival strategy across multiple corridors.
Alstom’s Traxx Universal locomotive enters dynamic testing in Romania, marking a key step in the country’s rail modernization program.

08.08.2025

Traxx Universal locomotive begins testing in Romania

The Traxx Universal locomotive has started dynamic testing in Romania, signaling a major advancement in Alstom’s 2024 contract for high-speed, energy-efficient passenger rail vehicles.
GPP Osijek ordered 10 new low-floor tram cars from Končar for $20.2 million — the fleet upgrade will continue through 2027.

08.08.2025

New low-floor tram cars to arrive in Osijek by 2027

GPP Osijek has ordered additional low-floor tram cars from Croatian manufacturer Končar under a $20. 2 million contract, with delivery of 10 units scheduled by 2027.
PKP Intercity is reviewing bids for double-decker electric trains from Alstom and Stadler, aiming to launch high-speed service across major Polish routes.

05.08.2025

PKP Intercity to Launch Double-Decker Electric Trains on Key Routes

PKP Intercity has begun selecting a supplier for double-decker electric trains capable of 200 km/h and covered by a 30-year maintenance contract.