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Siemens Charger Locomotives Begin Service on Metro-North Lines

14.10.2025

Siemens Charger Locomotives Begin Service on Metro-North Lines

Since September 22, Siemens Charger SC42-DM locomotives have gone into service on Metro-North’s commuter lines, making the New York rail system more environmentally friendly and resilient.
Costa Rica Modernizes Railways with the Electric Train Project

13.10.2025

Costa Rica Modernizes Railways with the Electric Train Project

Costa Rica is launching the ambitious Electric Train project worth $1. 55 billion to upgrade the rail network in San José, acquire 28 new tram-trains, and cut carbon emissions across the capital region.
Japan to Finance Construction and Expansion of the Cairo Metro

13.10.2025

Japan to Finance Construction and Expansion of the Cairo Metro

Cairo Metro is set to be highly financed by Japan since the two governments signed a loan agreement to finance the purchase of trains as well as the building of the fourth metro line of the capital.
Stadler Signs Contract for Hydrogen-Powered Trains in Sicily

09.10.2025

Stadler Signs Contract for Hydrogen-Powered Trains in Sicily

Stadtler signed an agreement for hydrogen-powered train production for Sicily, in a move that is significant for Italy’s move to sustainable, zero-pollution rail transport.
Stadler to Deliver New Tango Nordic Trams to Helsinki

08.10.2025

Stadler to Deliver New Tango Nordic Trams to Helsinki

Stadler has entered into agreement with public transportation service provider Pääkaupunkiseudun Kaupunkiliikenne Oy to provide 63 Tango Nordic trams, with a possible extension order of a further 120 units, refurbishing the urban transportation service in Helsinki.
Leasing Company Akiem Orders Vectron Dual Mode Locomotives

08.10.2025

Leasing Company Akiem Orders Vectron Dual Mode Locomotives

Leasing firm Akiem has inked a fresh agreement with Siemens Mobility providing ten Vectron Dual Mode locomotives that will lower CO₂ emissions and increase energy efficiency in the use of the railways in freight transportation.
Siemens to Deliver Vectron MS Locomotives for Turkey

07.10.2025

Siemens to Deliver Vectron MS Locomotives for Turkey

The Turkish freight operator Akdoğan Train Cargo signed a contract for five Vectron MS locomotives at Siemens Mobility, focusing on increasing freight efficiency and deepening Turkey’s connection to the EC freight network.
BLW locomotives begin operation in Mozambique and strengthen India’s presence

07.10.2025

BLW locomotives begin operation in Mozambique and strengthen India’s presence

BLW locomotives have been induction-based in Mozambique, increasing India–Africa cooperation, for successful technology export and sound international funding are testified by the project itself.
Končar Battery Train Enters Regular Service in Croatia

07.10.2025

Končar Battery Train Enters Regular Service in Croatia

The Končar battery train has arrived in regular service on the Virovitica–Bjelovar route, thereby commemorating a milestone date for a transition of Croatia to new, energy-efficient, and eco-friendly railway transport.
battery shunting locomotives

06.10.2025

Express Service OOD supplies battery locomotives worldwide

Bulgarian firm Express Service OOD is now one of the globe’s leading battery shunting locomotive makers. The new-age machines are a synthesis of energy, energy efficiency, and sustainability, giving zero emissions, along with a little maintenance need.
The Elf3.0 Electric Train Presented by PESA at TRAKO 2025

06.10.2025

The Elf3.0 Electric Train Presented by PESA at TRAKO 2025

At the TRAKO 2025 exhibition, PESA presented Elf3. 0 electric train for Łódzka Kolej Aglomeracyjna, which is meant for increasing the regional transport infrastructure and for increasing the comfort of travel for people.
Germany to Purchase Standardized Trains for Regional Networks

06.10.2025

Germany to Purchase Standardized Trains for Regional Networks

Germany aims at introducing standardized trainscross the country for cutting costs, increasing procurement effectiveness, and speeding up modernization of local train services.