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TAZARA cross-border passenger services restart Feb 2026

08.01.2026

TAZARA cross-border passenger services restart on Feb 10

Sydney Metro extension testing: closure dates and plans

08.01.2026

Sydney Metro extension testing drives line closures ahead of Bankstown link

Tri-Rail ridership record: 4.5M+ rides in 2025

07.01.2026

Tri-Rail ridership record: 4.5M+ rides set new 2025 high

VIA Rail Canada Marks Halifax Upgrade and Service

17.07.2025

VIA Rail Canada Celebrates Halifax Station Renovation and Ocean Service

VIA Rail Canada has celebrated the Halifax Station renovation and marked more than 100 years of continuous service for The Ocean, investing $59 million to upgrade four historic stations across its national network.
Train Mark V Launches in Vancouver Metro: Innovation Ahead

16.07.2025

Train Mark V Launches in Vancouver Metro: Innovation Ahead

Vancouver has introduced the first Train Mark V on the SkyTrain light metro network, marking a major milestone in the city’s transportation modernization.
The interior of a Via Rail train in Halifax on July 15, 2025. (Andrew Sampson/CBC)

16.07.2025

Via Rail Plans Major Service Boost with Refurbished Cars

Via Rail plans to enhance the Halifax-Montreal route using refurbished cars, aiming to improve service quality while waiting for a full fleet renewal promised within the next decade.
CPKC has certified nine Site Ready rail-served locations across North America, supporting its “Room to Grow” strategy and driving industrial expansion through new economic opportunities

14.07.2025

Union Threatens Strike Over CPKC Job Cuts and Disruptions

The union representing CPKC conductors is considering a strike after recent job cuts and seniority violations on the former KCS network caused by ongoing service disruptions.
Ontario and Alberta Expand Freight Rail and Energy Network

12.07.2025

Ontario and Alberta Expand Freight Rail and Energy Network

Ontario and Alberta launched a joint initiative to expand freight rail infrastructure and build energy trade routes that connect resource-rich regions with ports, refineries, and new markets.
CPKC Train Derails

12.07.2025

CPKC Faces Setbacks and Progress in Post-Merger Recovery

CPKC continues facing service disruptions after the May 3 system transition, although local performance improved and customer support traffic declined over the past several weeks.
TransLink Launches First Mark V SkyTrain into Service

12.07.2025

TransLink Launches First Mark V SkyTrain into Service

TransLink officially launched the new Mark V SkyTrain into passenger service, introducing a higher-capacity, Canadian-built train designed for the region’s growing ridership and upcoming transit expansions.
Siemens Mobility is seeking compensation from the German authorities for investments made in Russia

08.07.2025

Siemens Mobility to deliver Vectron hybrid locomotives and Charger diesel locomotives

Siemens Mobility has secured two strategically important contracts, further strengthening its position in the global rail market.
The Montreal REM shutdown will halt all South Shore light-rail service until mid-August, forcing commuters to seek alternative routes during the six-week closure period.

06.07.2025

Montreal REM Shutdown to Last Until Mid-August 2025

The Montreal REM shutdown will halt all South Shore light-rail service until mid-August, forcing commuters to seek alternative routes during the six-week closure period.
CN $80M Atlantic Canada investment upgrades bridges and Autoport, lifting speeds for shippers in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.

06.07.2025

CN Train Derails in Mississippi Causing Fire and Evacuation

A CN freight train derailed near Glendora, Mississippi, on July 5, 2025, releasing toxic chemicals and forcing the evacuation of around 200 residents, according to Railway Supply.
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers issued Canadian National Railway a 72-hour strike notice.

05.07.2025

CN Commits $110 Million to Wisconsin Rail Infrastructure

CN will invest $110 million in Wisconsin infrastructure projects in 2025 to enhance safety, improve reliability, and support long-term freight operations across the state.
The VIA Heritage Train made its first official appearance at Toronto Maintenance Centre, where the VIA Historical Association (VHA) marked the facility’s 40th anniversary and outlined future anniversary plans

02.07.2025

VIA Heritage Train Debuts as Anniversary Celebration Begins

The VIA Heritage Train made its first official appearance at Toronto Maintenance Centre, where the VIA Historical Association (VHA) marked the facility’s 40th anniversary and outlined future anniversary plans.