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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.
Stadler to Deliver 36 FLIRT XL Trains for Rhine-Ruhr Network

06.10.2025

Stadler to Deliver 36 FLIRT XL Trains for Rhine-Ruhr Network

Stadler will supply 36 FLIRT XL battery-electric trains for the Rhine-Ruhr S-Bahn, cementing its market position in the German railroad market since the project features strategically for transport development at a local level.
Shunting locomotives for PKP Intercity fleet modernization

03.10.2025

Shunting locomotives for PKP Intercity fleet modernization

PKP Intercity made an order for 18 sets, so the new shunting locomotives should comply with the contemporary standards, provide operation reliability, as well as enhance the carrier’s environmental performance.
Škoda to Deliver New Trains for Sofia Metro

03.10.2025

Škoda to Deliver New Trains for Sofia Metro

Škoda has presented in Plzeň the Sofia metro train worth €65 million and will supply eight sets until the spring of 2026, gaining strength in the market as well as upgrading the Bulgarian capital’s transport infrastructure.
Stadler introduced the first narrow-gauge battery train in Europe

03.10.2025

Stadler introduced the first narrow-gauge battery train in Europe

Stadler in Milan showcased the first battery-powered narrow-gauge train in Europe built for the Basilicata region providing environmentally sustainable passenger operations without costly infrastructure investments.
Hybrid locomotives for ČD: new investments in transport

02.10.2025

Hybrid locomotives for ČD: new investments in transport

The national Czech operator ČD will acquire hybrid locomotives that will use electric traction coupled with other energy sources, as the firm seeks lower costs as well as less environmental influence.