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Metra train on the Chicago-area network overseen by the Northern Illinois Transit Authority

02.09.2026

$1.5 Billion Transit Funding Accompanies NITA Launch

Railroad crossing image for the Chicago-Quad Cities rail project announcement

02.09.2026

Chicago-Quad Cities Rail Project Receives Funding Extension

Infrastructure works inside the Fabro tunnel on the Florence–Rome line

31.08.2026

Florence–Rome Line Reopens With Temporary Slowdowns

Marcopolo Rail delivered three Prosper VLT diesel trains to Chile, and the $15 million contract became the company’s first export project, strengthening its position in the international railway market

19.08.2025

Marcopolo Rail Expands Exports and Delivers Trains to Chile

Marcopolo Rail delivered three Prosper VLT diesel trains to Chile, and the $15 million contract became the company’s first export project, strengthening its position in the international railway market.
High-speed trains will help Saudi Arabia expand passenger transport on the Haramain line, as the national operator SAR plans to purchase twenty new trainsets for the route between Mecca and Medina.

19.08.2025

High-speed trains for Saudi Arabia: new opportunities

High-speed trains will help Saudi Arabia expand passenger transport on the Haramain line, as the national operator SAR plans to purchase twenty new trainsets for the route between Mecca and Medina.
Spain launched a request for information from train manufacturers to assess the potential of replacing diesel traction with alternative technologies and prepare a new electrification strategy by the end of 2026

18.08.2025

Spain invests in alternative traction and electrification

Spain launched a request for information from train manufacturers to assess the potential of replacing diesel traction with alternative technologies and prepare a new electrification strategy by the end of 2026.
Bangladesh Railway announced plans to acquire 30 locomotives for the Chittagong – Dohazari line, and this decision is part of a large-scale modernization of the national rail system

18.08.2025

Bangladesh Railway to purchase locomotives for Chittagong – Dohazari line

Bangladesh Railway announced plans to acquire 30 locomotives for the Chittagong – Dohazari line, and this decision is part of a large-scale modernization of the national rail system.
Toronto has announced a major investment in new TTC trains, securing a sole-sourced contract with Alstom to replace aging subway cars and support expansions while protecting Ontario jobs and riders from U.S. trade challenges.

17.08.2025

TTC trains investment to modernize Toronto subway network

Toronto has announced a major investment in new TTC trains, securing a sole-sourced contract with Alstom to replace aging subway cars and support expansions while protecting Ontario jobs and riders from U.
Central Railway will extend platforms at CSMT to accommodate 15-car trains, and this project aims to expand capacity, reduce congestion, and improve commuter safety across Mumbai’s suburban rail network by December.

16.08.2025

Central Railway expands platforms to boost 15-car train services

Central Railway will extend platforms at CSMT to accommodate 15-car trains, and this project aims to expand capacity, reduce congestion, and improve commuter safety across Mumbai’s suburban rail network by December.
The TTC has announced a $2.3 billion single-source contract with Alstom for Line 2 subway cars, aiming to boost Ontario manufacturing and secure reliable trains for Toronto’s growing transit network.

16.08.2025

TTC to Award Single-Source Contract to Alstom for Line 2

The TTC has announced a $2. 3 billion single-source contract with Alstom for Line 2 subway cars, aiming to boost Ontario manufacturing and secure reliable trains for Toronto’s growing transit network.
The 58.7-meter ForCity Smart 38T was delivered by Skoda Group to Germany, completing the RNV contract and setting a world record for tram length

15.08.2025

ForCity Smart 38T: the world’s longest tram for Germany

The 58. 7-meter ForCity Smart 38T was delivered by Skoda Group to Germany, completing the RNV contract and setting a world record for tram length.
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.