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Technicians installing a Turntide battery system on a Hitachi Rail train

16.07.2026

Rail supplier news: Railmark expands as Urbanliner launches

ÖBB 4744 Desiro ML Cityjet at Attnang-Puchheim station

14.07.2026

300th Desiro ML train joins Austria’s Cityjet fleet

Passenger interior of the new Australind train

10.07.2026

Australind train service returns on Perth–Bunbury route

The Amtrak Bribery Scandal resulted in a 57-month prison sentence for a former executive who conspired to funnel gifts to influence $52 million in project payments

24.04.2025

South Africa: Court Annuls Transnet’s $430M Deal with Wabtec

South Africa’s highest court has annulled a $430 million contract between the state-owned transport operator Transnet SOC and U.
The R211 subway cars mark a new era for New York City’s transit system. As part of the MTA’s ambitious $68.4 billion capital plan for 2025–2029, these state-of-the-art vehicles are central to a sweeping effort to overhaul the subway fleet and improve service for millions of daily riders.

23.04.2025

MTA Unveils R211 Subway Cars in Bold Step Toward Fleet Modernization

The R211 subway cars mark a new era for New York City’s transit system. As part of the MTA’s ambitious $68.
Bulgaria Finalizes Deal for 35 New Electric Trains in Major EU-Funded Modernization Push

23.04.2025

Bulgaria Invests in 35 New Electric Trains to Modernize Railways

Bulgaria Finalizes Deal for 35 New Electric Trains in Major EU-Funded Modernization Push. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Bucharest Metro will invest $230 million to modernize its rolling stock on Line M4, aiming to replace outdated trains and increase service frequency to five-minute intervals.

23.04.2025

Bucharest Metro to Upgrade Fleet with $230 Million Investment

Bucharest Metro will invest $230 million to modernize its rolling stock on Line M4, aiming to replace outdated trains and increase service frequency to five-minute intervals.
PKP Intercity has added two more Griffin locomotives to its fleet

23.04.2025

Poland Invests Record Amounts in Railway Development

Poland is demonstrating a record surge in railway investments, signing contracts worth $3. 5 billion — nearly four times more than the previous year.
ScotRail aims to increase event-based travel, targeting Oasis fans after Taylor Swift’s success. The company transported 65,000 concertgoers last year, proving growing demand for leisure train travel

22.04.2025

ScotRail Green Bonds Could Save £362m on Train Replacement

ScotRail could save up to £362 million on new trains by using green bonds, shifting from private financing to public investment for sustainability.
The Czech Republic has announced the largest tender in its history for the purchase of 133 electric trains along with long-term maintenance, with a total value of $3.3 billion

22.04.2025

Czech Republic Announces Largest Tender for Electric Trains Worth $3.3 Billion

The Czech Republic has announced the largest tender in its history for the purchase of 133 electric trains along with long-term maintenance, with a total value of $3.
Stadler will deliver 19 FLIRT Akku trains for Thuringia, which will be used in the central part of the region

21.04.2025

Stadler to Deliver 19 FLIRT Akku Trains for Thuringia

Stadler will deliver 19 FLIRT Akku trains for Thuringia, which will be used in the central part of the region. DB Regio, the operator, has chosen them for service on the Middle Thuringian route network.
Deutsche Bahn introduces ICE 3neo on the Berlin – Amsterdam route from December. This move addresses delays in deliveries from Talgo, the Spanish manufacturer

18.04.2025

Germany Plans Massive €150 Billion Investment in Railways

Germany is preparing to invest €150 billion in its railway system as part of a sweeping plan to upgrade critical infrastructure and address persistent transportation issues.
CRRC Ziyang signed a contract to supply modern mainline diesel locomotives to Australia, featuring innovative traction systems and certified according to international environmental standards

18.04.2025

Modern diesel locomotives from CRRC Ziyang head to Australia

CRRC Ziyang signed a contract to supply modern mainline diesel locomotives to Australia, featuring innovative traction systems and certified according to international environmental standards.
Alstom shipped the first nine-car Metropolis trainset from France to Cairo as part of a contract to modernize the capital’s metro system

18.04.2025

Alstom delivers new trains for Cairo Metro Line 1

Alstom shipped the first nine-car Metropolis trainset from France to Cairo as part of a contract to modernize the capital’s metro system.
Île-de-France Mobilités has signed a major €2.1 billion contract to purchase 96 new trains for suburban rail lines.

18.04.2025

Île-de-France Mobilités to Order New Trains Worth €2.1 Billion

Île-de-France Mobilités has signed a major €2. 1 billion contract to purchase 96 new trains for suburban rail lines.