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Helsinki tram tender exclusion: Škoda appeals

20.05.2026

Helsinki tram tender exclusion heads to appeal

Helsinki tram tender exclusion is being challenged by Škoda Transtech. Parts of a recent Finnish Market Court decision removed the company from the procurement process for new trams intended for the city.
Newag Dragon 2 locomotive delivered by RCP

17.05.2026

Newag Dragon 2 locomotive expands SLG portfolio

Rail Capital Partners has handed over a Newag Dragon 2 locomotive to Service and Logistics Group. The delivery adds another high-power locomotive to SLG’s portfolio.
Bangladesh locomotive funding covers 30 diesels

14.05.2026

Bangladesh locomotive funding advances for 30 diesels

Bangladesh locomotive funding has moved into review for Bangladesh Railways’ 1000mm-gauge network. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Plasser & Theurer hits €731 million revenue record

14.05.2026

Plasser & Theurer revenue reaches record €731 million

Plasser & Theurer 2025 revenue reached €731 million ($855. 8 million) in the 2025 fiscal year.
Hangzhou Metro Line 12 train completed by CRRC

13.05.2026

CRRC completes Hangzhou Metro train for Line 12

CRRC has marked the completion of the fully automated Hangzhou Metro train. The train came off the production line last month.
Hitachi Rail LTSS Contract Starts In 2026

11.05.2026

Hitachi Rail LTSS Contract Covers NEL ISCS

Hitachi Rail LTSS contract work covers obsolescence treatment for the NEL’s Integrated Supervision Control System. The system is on Singapore’s North East Line.
Envien Group Rapidly Expands Biofuel Logistics Capacity With 18 New Zacns Wagons Today

06.05.2026

Envien Group Rapidly Expands Biofuel Logistics Capacity With 18 New Zacns Wagons Today

Envien Group tank wagons are being added to the company’s rail logistics network. The company uses rail to distribute biofuels to customers in multiple European markets.
Siemens Activates Historic €3 Billion Freight Train Rollout for Indian Railways

05.05.2026

Siemens Activates Historic €3 Billion Freight Train Rollout for Indian Railways

D9 electric freight locomotives have been delivered to Indian Railways. They are intended for commercial operation.
GVB Launches Massive €391 Million Bid to Replace Half of Amsterdam's Tram Fleet

05.05.2026

GVB Launches Massive €391 Million Bid to Replace Half of Amsterdam’s Tram Fleet

The Amsterdam tram tender launched by GVB covers the procurement of 75 modern trams. The first vehicles from the new order are expected to enter passenger service in 2032.
CARGOUNIT Hits 50-Locomotive Milestone Today With Eyes on 60 More Siemens Vectrons

03.05.2026

CARGOUNIT Hits 50-Locomotive Milestone Today With Eyes on 60 More Siemens Vectrons

CARGOUNIT Vectron MS locomotive deliveries have reached 50 units. Siemens Mobility handed over another multi-system unit for cross-border freight operations.
Škoda Inks €120M EMU Train Contract in Sudden Uzbekistan Deal

03.05.2026

Škoda Locks In €120M Contract Today to Deliver 10 Regional Electric Trains to Uzbekistan

Škoda Group has signed a EUR 120m contract for Škoda electric trains Uzbekistan supply. Under it, the company will provide 10 new-generation regional electric multiple units to Uzbekistan Railways.

01.05.2026

Switzerland’s SBB Commits CHF 2 Billion to Siemens for Next-Gen Zurich Fleet

SBB has ordered Siemens Mobility double-deck trains for the Zurich s-Bahn network. The new contract is with Siemens Mobility Switzerland.