Railway construction

India is building its first high-speed rail trial track on the Jaipur-Jodhpur route, but bureaucratic delays and environmental hurdles threaten to derail progress and inflate overall project costs significantly.

Deutsche Bahn confirmed that Stuttgart’s new underground station under the Stuttgart 21 project will open in December 2026, bringing faster journeys and improved regional connectivity for millions of passengers across southwestern Germany.

Sydney Metro has revealed significant progress at Bankstown Station, now 80 percent complete, as it prepares for rapid metro services connecting Sydenham and Bankstown next year.

Network Rail will invest £1. 4 million to repair Longport Station’s footbridge, starting July 26 and continuing until September 14, delivering safer access and better lighting for passengers.

Authorities have approved a second rail-cum-road bridge at Saraighat, aiming to ease congestion, improve trade, and strengthen connectivity across the Brahmaputra River for faster travel and economic growth in Northeast India.

Libya has signed a new agreement with China to resume key railway projects, aiming to reconnect major regions and boost economic growth through strategic transport links.

Toronto’s long-awaited Finch West LRT is close to completion, but the city has yet to confirm an opening date, leaving commuters uncertain after years of delays and shifting timelines.

Trial demonstrates how recycled tyre technology protects railway tracks and reduces costs by improving stability and cutting maintenance requirements, while also addressing Australia’s growing tyre waste problem.

The USDOT announced $488 million in BUILD grant funding on July 15, highlighting projects that strengthen infrastructure and improve transportation efficiency across the United States.

USDOT announced $488 million in BUILD grants to support critical transportation projects nationwide, aiming to improve rail and port infrastructure and drive economic growth across the United States.

A major rail shutdown will occur in the Hunter Valley next week as ARTC undertakes essential maintenance and upgrades to strengthen the network and ensure long-term safety and efficiency.

ACES has secured a high-profile contract for the UAE-Oman Railway Link, delivering pile testing solutions across the 238 km cross-border route between Sohar Port and Abu Dhabi.