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Hangzhou Metro Line 12 train completed by CRRC

13.05.2026

CRRC completes Hangzhou Metro train for Line 12

Martinus haulage service begins with CRRC partnership

23.04.2026

Martinus launches haulage service and CRRC deal

CRRC unveils Ningbo Type A trains for 160 km/h service

13.04.2026

Ningbo Type A trains are set for Lines 10 and 12

Chinese rolling stock manufacturer CRRC has unveiled the first driverless train Singapore – Malaysia, developed for the upcoming cross-border RTS line.

07.07.2025

CRRC Unveils Driverless Train Singapore – Malaysia for RTS Line

Chinese rolling stock manufacturer CRRC has unveiled the first driverless train Singapore – Malaysia, developed for the upcoming cross-border RTS line.
Keolis Besançon Mobilités has unveiled the first Alstom Citadis in Besançon at its depot. The five-section low-floor tram has already arrived and will undergo testing throughout the summer. It is expected to enter regular service in September

07.07.2025

Alstom Citadis in Besançon — the new tram is on the tracks

Keolis Besançon Mobilités has unveiled the first Alstom Citadis in Besançon at its depot. The five-section low-floor tram has already arrived and will undergo testing throughout the summer.
Talgo to receive government funding for participation in international tenders — the Spanish government will allocate €150 million to stabilize the company’s finances.

07.07.2025

Talgo to Receive Government Funding for Tenders

Talgo to receive government funding for participation in international tenders — the Spanish government will allocate €150 million to stabilize the company’s finances.
Siemens Mobility is launching its battery-overhead Charger B+AC locomotive in the United States. This innovation will provide cleaner transport and become the first of its kind on the North American market.

07.07.2025

Siemens Battery-Overhead Locomotive Enters the U.S. Market

Siemens Mobility is launching its battery-overhead Charger B+AC locomotive in the United States. This innovation will provide cleaner transport and become the first of its kind on the North American market.

07.07.2025

Alstom Omneo Trains on ZOU! Line Begin Service in France

Alstom Omneo trains on ZOU! line officially launched in Southern France, boosting service between Marseille, Toulon, and Nice with greater frequency and capacity.
Renfe has ended its role in the Dallas to Houston high-speed rail project after losing over $5 million, dealing a blow to the long-awaited 240-mile corridor

06.07.2025

Renfe Exits Dallas to Houston High-Speed Rail Project

Renfe has ended its role in the Dallas to Houston high-speed rail project after losing over $5 million, dealing a blow to the long-awaited 240-mile corridor.
Alstom Wins $2.4 Billion Contract from New York’s MTA

05.07.2025

Alstom Wins $2.4 Billion Contract from New York’s MTA

Alstom has signed a €2 billion ($2. 4 billion) contract with the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority to deliver 316 M-9A railcars by 2032 for LIRR and Metro-North service.
Alstom delivered its first state-of-the-art metro train to Turin on July 3, 2025, advancing the city’s Line 1 expansion and modernization efforts with enhanced technology and improved passenger comfort

04.07.2025

Alstom Delivers First High-Tech Metro Train to Turin Line 1

Alstom delivered its first state-of-the-art metro train to Turin on July 3, 2025, advancing the city’s Line 1 expansion and modernization efforts with enhanced technology and improved passenger comfort.
GVB to remain public transport operator in Amsterdam

04.07.2025

Amsterdam Expands Public Transport with New GVB Contract

Amsterdam confirmed GVB will continue operating its metro, tram, bus, and ferry services under a new contract focused on growth and sustainability.
CRRC has found itself at the center of controversy after U.S. Customs detained Chinese components intended for train assembly at its Massachusetts facility

04.07.2025

CRRC Faces Risk of Train Assembly Halt in the U.S.

CRRC has found itself at the center of controversy after U. S.
The launch of Siemens Mobility’s new Inspiro trains on London’s Piccadilly line has been pushed to the second half of 2026, although the initial plan scheduled operations for late 2025

02.07.2025

Delay in Launch of Siemens Mobility Trains in London

The launch of Siemens Mobility’s new Inspiro trains on London’s Piccadilly line has been pushed to the second half of 2026, although the initial plan scheduled operations for late 2025.
Pesa has secured a new contract with Rail Capital Partners for the supply of five next-generation Gama 3.0 electric locomotives, with delivery scheduled for 2026.

02.07.2025

Pesa Delivers New Gama 3.0 Locomotives for Polish Rail Sector

Pesa has secured a new contract with Rail Capital Partners for the supply of five next-generation Gama 3. 0 electric locomotives, with delivery scheduled for 2026.