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Amtrak Cascades Airo cab car travelling through forest near Alta, California

20.07.2026

North American Transit Projects Reach New Milestones

Colorado Connector passenger train concept in the Front Range

20.07.2026

Colorado Connector Passenger Rail Set for 2029 Launch

L0 Series maglev train on the Yamanashi test track

20.07.2026

Chuo Shinkansen Construction Clears Shizuoka Hurdle

GO Transit disruptions continue after Union derailment

05.02.2026

GO Transit disruptions: day 4 of reduced service (Feb. 5)

GO Transit disruptions from a Monday derailment have carried into a fourth day, with the commuter rail network running a reduced schedule through at least the Thursday morning commute (Thursday, Feb.

04.02.2026

Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 moves toward 2027 main works

The New South Wales Government has cleared New South Wales Government Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 to move into its next delivery phase, setting up main construction on the extension linking Sydney’s second CBD with Sydney Olympic Park, as outlined in a NSW Government ministerial release.
Fresh Tracks Canada Pacific Central Station: VIA Rail 10-year lease

03.02.2026

Fresh Tracks Canada Pacific Central Station: new tenant in Vancouver

Fresh Tracks Canada Pacific Central Station is now the new base for the Canadian tour operator, after VIA Rail Canada Inc.
Barrie Line GO train delays up to 30 minutes on Feb. 1

01.02.2026

Barrie Line GO train delays: signal issue and bus options

Barrie Line GO train delays of up to 30 minutes are expected today (Feb. 1) after Metrolinx reported a signal issue affecting service through Newmarket and Aurora.
Union Station revitalization: Inside Toronto’s upgrade

01.02.2026

Union Station revitalization reshapes Toronto’s transit hub

Union Station revitalization has repositioned Toronto’s Union Station as a future-ready multi-modal transportation hub, designed to handle up to 130 million passengers annually, as profiled by Canadian Architect.
CN and CPKC tariff hit: 2025 revenues still rise

01.02.2026

CN and CPKC tariff hit reshapes 2025 rail outlook

Canada’s two biggest rail operators say the CN and CPKC tariff hit in 2025 was substantial, but it didn’t prevent either company from posting modest revenue growth as U.
CN winter plan strengthens freight resilience in 2025–26

29.01.2026

TSB investigation CN derailment near Vanderhoof, B.C.

A TSB investigation CN derailment is underway after a Canadian National freight incident Tuesday night near Vanderhoof, British Columbia.
Canadian National Railway (CN) secures approval from the U.S. Surface Transportation Board (STB) to acquire Iowa Northern Railway

25.01.2026

Canadian National Railway cost cuts reshape 2026 plans

Canadian National Railway cost cuts are drawing close attention as investors look at how the carrier is navigating a freight recession and softer freight volumes.
The TTC has announced a $2.3 billion single-source contract with Alstom for Line 2 subway cars, aiming to boost Ontario manufacturing and secure reliable trains for Toronto’s growing transit network.

24.01.2026

TTC and GO Transit service disruptions: what changes this weekend

Transit riders should plan ahead for TTC and GO Transit service disruptions this weekend in Toronto and nearby communities, with bitterly cold temperatures and heavy snow in the forecast.
Alto Canada high-speed rail: consultations run to March 2026

24.01.2026

Alto Canada high-speed rail consultations set for 2026 corridor

Alto Canada high-speed rail consultations are now underway, as reported by Railway-News, marking the start of a public consultation programme for its proposed network in Canada.
Calgary Airport–Banff passenger rail system wins union support

23.01.2026

Calgary Airport–Banff passenger rail system gains union backing

The Calgary Airport–Banff passenger rail system has picked up fresh backing this week, with two Canadian trade unions voicing support for the Alberta proposal.
Alstom TTC subway trainsets: Toronto confirms 70 new sets

18.01.2026

Alstom TTC subway trainsets deal finalized for Line 2

Alstom TTC subway trainsets are now formally on order after Alstom and the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) finalized a supply agreement under the agency’s New Subway Train program, as described in an official Alstom press release.