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Edmonton Transit Service Siemens SD-160 train on the Capital Line at University station

16.08.2026

Edmonton’s New LRVs Built for -40°C, Rotem Says

LA Metro HR5000 Trainset Set for 3,000-Mile Test

10.08.2026

US Railway News Weekly Review for August 4–10, 2026

LA Metro HR5000 Trainset Set for 3,000-Mile Test

08.08.2026

LA Metro’s First HR5000 Trainset Set for 3,000-Mile Testing

Hyundai Rotem builds new train plant in Morocco

01.10.2025

Hyundai Rotem builds new train plant in Morocco

Hyundai Rotem will construct a new plant in Morocco to make 48 electric trains, since the $2. 2 billion railway modemzation plan demands new-age rolling stock and local industrial growth.
Morocco’s Railways Carry 14 Million Passengers in Summer

13.09.2025

Morocco’s Railways Carry 14 Million Passengers in Summer

Morocco railways achieve record-summer ridership. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Traxport Rail Services has formed a strategic partnership with Vecturis to enhance freight rail operations in Nigeria, driving efficiency, sustainability, and innovation across the country’s logistics network.

25.08.2025

Traxport Rail Services Expands Freight Rail Operations in Nigeria

Traxport Rail Services has formed a strategic partnership with Vecturis to enhance freight rail operations in Nigeria, driving efficiency, sustainability, and innovation across the country’s logistics network.

21.08.2025

China invests $60 billion in Nigeria’s high-speed rail development

China is providing Nigeria with $60 billion to build a large-scale high-speed rail network spanning more than 4,000 km, connecting the country’s key economic and transportation hubs.
Nigeria’s $60 billion High-Speed Rail project will connect four major cities within 36 months, and officials confirm construction will begin in phases to ensure earlier benefits for commuters.

17.08.2025

High-Speed Rail Project in Nigeria to Finish in 36 Months

Nigeria’s $60 billion High-Speed Rail project will connect four major cities within 36 months, and officials confirm construction will begin in phases to ensure earlier benefits for commuters.

15.08.2025

Nigeria’s $60 Billion High-Speed Railway and Gas Project

Nigeria has confirmed $60 billion in financing for a groundbreaking high-speed railway linking Lagos, Abuja, Kano, and Port Harcourt with integrated gas infrastructure to transform the nation’s economy and connectivity.
Kenya and Etihad Rail have deepened their partnership to advance freight infrastructure, aiming to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen regional trade links across East Africa and the Gulf.

12.08.2025

Kenya and Etihad Rail Strengthen Regional Freight Infrastructure

Kenya and Etihad Rail have deepened their partnership to advance freight infrastructure, aiming to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen regional trade links across East Africa and the Gulf.
Mauritanian Railway will receive $125 million from the EIB for modernization, network expansion, and new equipment to boost export capacity.

08.08.2025

Mauritanian Railway to Undergo Major Modernization

The Mauritanian Railway will receive $125 million from the European Investment Bank to modernize infrastructure and improve the efficiency of iron ore mining and exports.
TransNamib Launches Rail Fleet Restoration

29.07.2025

TransNamib Partners with WMF to Restore Rail Fleet

TransNamib has partnered with defense manufacturer WMF to restore its aging fleet, beginning with a $17. 5M investment in locomotive refurbishment and broader modernization efforts.
CRRC Supplies Passenger and Freight Cars to Guinea Railway

27.07.2025

CRRC Delivers New Rolling Stock to Modernize Guinea’s Rail Network

CRRC has supplied passenger and freight rolling stock to Guinea for the Kamsar–Sangarédi railway, restoring services and improving freight efficiency for the country’s mining-driven economy.
South Africa’s First Bullet Train Project Begins

25.07.2025

South Africa Launches First Bullet Train Project Today

South Africa’s first bullet train project advances rapidly, aiming to connect Pretoria and Polokwane in record time through a new high-speed rail corridor.
Mozambique gets €145M for railway modernization

22.07.2025

Mozambique secures €145M investment for major rail upgrade

Mozambique will receive €145 million from the EU and France to modernize the Maputo–Ressano Garcia railway, improving freight transport, reducing emissions, and strengthening the country’s position as a Southern Africa trade hub.