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£49 million signalling works: Alstom upgrades key route

08.01.2026

£49 million signalling works complete on Portsmouth Direct line

Shinkansen extensions under scrutiny in Japan’s rail review

04.01.2026

Shinkansen extensions under scrutiny as Japan weighs next steps

Battery electric locomotives in Australia for heavy haul

26.12.2025

Battery electric locomotives in Australia enter service

Concord Control Systems launches zero-emission rail technology

05.09.2025

Concord Control Systems launches zero-emission rail technology

Concord Control Systems has introduced India’s first indigenously made zero-emission rail propulsion system, achieving a milestone that showcases the company’s commitment to sustainable development and meeting the vision of Indian Railways of full electrification by 2030.
Knorr-Bremse to supply equipment for India’s HSR

04.09.2025

Knorr-Bremse to supply equipment for India’s HSR

In early September, Knorr-Bremse has signed an order to equip India’s first high-speed trains with braking systems, air-conditioning units, and safety, comfort, and reliability units for the new rolling stock.
Southern Railway Festival Special Trains 2025

02.09.2025

Southern Railway Announces Special Trains for Festivals

Southern Railway to run festival special trains for Diwali and Chhath 2025 to clear extra rush of passengers. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Old Railway Bridge Closed as Yamuna Levels Rise

01.09.2025

Old Railway Bridge Closed as Yamuna Levels Rise

Traffic on Old Railway Bridge Stopped in Delhi. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
India Explores High-Speed Bullet Train Plans for the South

01.09.2025

India Explores High-Speed Bullet Train Plans for the South

India to Build Bullet Train Between South Indian Cities. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Bullet Train to Connect Hyderabad, Chennai, Amravati, Bengaluru Soon

31.08.2025

Bullet Train to Connect Hyderabad, Chennai, Amravati, Bengaluru Soon

A bullet train is planned between Hyderabad, Chennai, Amravati and Bengaluru, India. Survey works are on for regional connectivity according to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N.
India Embraces Bullet Train Technology with Japan’s Support

30.08.2025

India Embraces Bullet Train Technology with Japan’s Support

A bullet train project is under grip in India. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The Vande Bharat sleeper train will soon connect Delhi and Patna, offering faster semi-high-speed travel, modern interiors, and premium services for passengers ahead of the upcoming Bihar state elections

25.08.2025

Vande Bharat sleeper train to launch on Delhi–Patna route

The Vande Bharat sleeper train will soon connect Delhi and Patna, offering faster semi-high-speed travel, modern interiors, and premium services for passengers ahead of the upcoming Bihar state elections.
The Metro network expanded in Kolkata by 14 kilometers, improving connectivity to the airport and major hubs, and creating faster, more convenient travel for thousands of daily passengers.

23.08.2025

Metro network expansion reshapes travel in Kolkata

The Metro network expanded in Kolkata by 14 kilometers, improving connectivity to the airport and major hubs, and creating faster, more convenient travel for thousands of daily passengers.
Heavy rains severely disrupted Mumbai-Nashik trains, causing significant delays and cancellations while authorities worked to restore normal service and assist passengers across the busy route

21.08.2025

Mumbai-Nashik trains face delays and cancellations amid heavy rains

Heavy rains severely disrupted Mumbai-Nashik trains, causing significant delays and cancellations while authorities worked to restore normal service and assist passengers across the busy route.
Jupiter Wagons has signed a contract with GATX India to supply 583 modern freight wagons designed for transporting coal, ore, bulk cargo, containers, and automobiles, with a total value of approximately $27.5 million

21.08.2025

Jupiter Wagons to supply GATX India with 583 freight wagons

Jupiter Wagons has signed a contract with GATX India to supply 583 modern freight wagons designed for transporting coal, ore, bulk cargo, containers, and automobiles, with a total value of approximately $27.
Indian company BEML signed a $215 million contract with Integral Coach Factory (ICF) to supply Linke-Hofmann-Busch (LHB) passenger coaches by the end of 2026

21.08.2025

BEML to Deliver Modern Passenger Coaches to India by 2026

Indian company BEML signed a $215 million contract with Integral Coach Factory (ICF) to supply Linke-Hofmann-Busch (LHB) passenger coaches by the end of 2026.