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Operator monitors São Paulo Line 4-Yellow signalling systems in the control centre

20.07.2026

São Paulo rail signalling contracts go to two giants

A CPTM commuter train at Capuava station on Line 10-Turquoise in Mauá, São Paulo

18.07.2026

Mauá Norte Yard signalling contract awarded to Alstom

Alstom Flexity light rail vehicle at Churchill station on Edmonton’s Valley Line Southeast

18.07.2026

Edmonton Valley Line Southeast LRT Operations Near 99%

Montréal REM: Deux-Montagnes Section Adds 33 km and 14 Stations

17.11.2025

Montréal REM opens 33 km Deux-Montagnes section across Greater Montréal

Montréal REM takes another big step as federal, provincial, and city officials open the 33 km Deux-Montagnes section between Central Station and the municipality of Deux-Montagnes on the North Shore.
Alstom Advances Montreal REM Expansion and Operations

15.11.2025

Alstom Advances Montreal REM Expansion and Operations

Alstom helped move Montreal’s REM into a new phase by supporting the launch of the northern branch, and the company at the same time strengthened long-term operations through its role in the Pulsar joint venture, as detailed in Alstom’s official press release.
Canada’s children and teens under the age of 18 can hit the tracks with VIA Rail this summer, for free, when travel is with a parent or guardian, as part of the Canada Strong Pass initiative.

10.11.2025

Kids Ride Free on VIA Rail This Winter — Save Big!

Via Rail Canada has reinstated their Canada Strong pass to encourage affordable winter celebrations. The service allows children to travel for free, and young individuals aged 18-24 can enjoy a 25% discount on all routes.
The CSX-BNSF partnership introduces enhanced coast-to-coast freight services, strengthening connectivity and offering strategic growth while easing speculation of a potential merger in the competitive U.S. rail industry.

10.11.2025

BNSF Railway Brings Positive Train Control to Canada

BNSF Railway extended Positive Train Control across the border to Canada, marking the first time this digital safety system has been fully integrated on a trans-border route between Seattle, Washington, and Vancouver, British Columbia.
CN grain haul record drives logistics efficiency

07.11.2025

CN grain haul record sets new milestone for Canada

The CN grain haul record is historic because the railroad moved over 3. 4 million metric tons of the product across Western Canada, clearly demonstrating the effect of efficiency, planning, and cooperation, among other variables.
Toronto’s TTC Safety Plan Aims to Restore Rider Confidence

07.11.2025

Toronto’s TTC Safety Plan: More Staff, Safer Transit

The TTC safety plan has brought with it a holistic security policy aimed at regaining the confidence of the people of Toronto regarding the safety of the public transport system.
West Coast Express 30th Anniversary — A New Era of Clean Rail Travel

05.11.2025

West Coast Express Turns 30: TransLink’s Green Rail Success Story

In Vancouver, TransLink marked its 30th anniversary of the West Coast Express route amid success in a number of areas including innovation, renewable diesel fuel, and sustained sustainability.
Freight Train Derailment Near Kamloops Sparks Major Alert

03.11.2025

Freight Train Derailment Near Kamloops Sparks Major Alert

A derailed freight train west of Kamloops released fuel oil and gypsum cargo near Cherry Creek. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Via Rail Canada Brings Back Canada Strong Pass With Free Winter Trips

01.11.2025

Via Rail Canada Brings Back Canada Strong Pass With Free Winter Trips

Via Rail Canada re-launched Canada Strong Pass to offer children, youth, and young engineers free and discounted VIA Rail travel during the winter season in Canada.
Ottawa Considers Transferring O-Train Light Rail Operations

31.10.2025

Ottawa Considers Transferring O-Train Light Rail Operations

The city of Ottawa has been considering a plan to have the management of the light rail service in the city’s transport system handled by the management of the Metrolinx.
CPKC strike notice raises work stoppage risk

30.10.2025

CPKC Reports Strong Profit Growth Amid U.S. Merger Concerns

CPKC recorded excellent earnings in the current quarter, with an increase in net income of 10% to $917 million, even while the U.
TTC weekend subway outage between St George and St Andrew

27.10.2025

TTC weekend subway outage between St George and St Andrew

Additionally, TTC will initiate a subway line outage along Line 1 from St George to St Andrew stations on Nov. 1–2, that could coincide with a possible World Series Game 7 at the Rogers Centre.