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Red DB Cargo locomotive 193 315 hauling a freight train through Solnhofen station in Bavaria

01.08.2026

DB InfraGO Temporarily Waives Fees for Heatwave Train Cuts

Illustrative view of a Metrans intermodal freight train travelling near Ostrava in the Czech Republic.

01.08.2026

Czech Rail Freight Volume Rises but Hauls Get Shorter

East Midlands Railway Class 222 Intercity train at Nottingham station

01.08.2026

East Midlands Railway strike cuts London services

Sydney Rail Disruptions have temporarily ceased, offering relief to commuters after two days of significant train cancellations and delays due to industrial actions

16.01.2025

Sydney Rail Disruptions Temporarily Halted as Unions Pause Industrial Actions

Sydney Rail Disruptions have temporarily ceased, offering relief to commuters after two days of significant train cancellations and delays due to industrial actions.
Unifor members at CPKC voted 99% in favor of a strike.

15.01.2025

CPKC Workers Threaten Strike Over Job Security and Wages

Unifor members at CPKC voted 99% in favor of a strike. Talks are scheduled for January 24.
Sydney train passengers are advised to expect significant delays as industrial action resumes this week

14.01.2025

Sydney Train Passengers Face Delays Amid Ongoing Pay Dispute

Sydney train passengers are advised to expect significant delays as industrial action resumes this week. Rail unions have reignited disputes over pay negotiations, impacting services across the city.
The Railway Workers and Transport Builders Union of Ukraine is actively pushing for salary increases for Ukrainian railway workers in 2025

14.01.2025

Salary Increases for Ukrainian Railway Workers in 2025 – A Union Initiative

The Railway Workers and Transport Builders Union of Ukraine is actively pushing for salary increases for Ukrainian railway workers in 2025.
BMWED members have successfully ratified a transformative five-year agreement with CSX, securing significant benefits

13.01.2025

BMWED Ratifies Landmark Agreement with CSX for Workforce Benefits

BMWED members have successfully ratified a transformative five-year agreement with CSX, securing significant benefits. The deal brings critical improvements to wages, health coverage, and working conditions for 4,200 employees.
A Belgian Railway Strike starting Sunday night will affect cross-border train services to the Netherlands

12.01.2025

Belgian Railway Strike to Disrupt Travel Between Belgium and the Netherlands

A Belgian Railway Strike starting Sunday night will affect cross-border train services to the Netherlands. Passengers should expect delays, cancellations, and disruptions throughout the 24-hour strike period.
Avanti strikes

11.01.2025

Avanti Strikes Disrupt West Coast Train Services Every Sunday Until May

Avanti strikes will cause significant travel disruption on the west coast mainline every Sunday. The strikes, scheduled from 12 January to 25 May, stem from disputes over rest-day pay.
Sydney train

06.01.2025

Sydney Train Disruptions Expected Next Week as Unions Resume Industrial Action

Sydney train commuters may experience delays next week as industrial action resumes, union leaders confirm. The protests will start January 15 and last three days, but could extend further.
Sydney rail strike

23.12.2024

Sydney Rail Strike Causes Disruptions Amid Union Pay Dispute

The Sydney rail strike continues to disrupt travel plans, creating uncertainty for commuters and businesses. Union demands for higher wages and negotiations clash with government resistance to concessions.
Unifor

23.12.2024

Unifor Reaches New Agreement with CN Railway, Avoiding Strike Action

Unifor has officially ratified a four-year agreement with CN Railway, preventing strike action. The deal secures better wages, stronger benefits, and enhanced protections for over 3,000 union members.
Christmas Holiday Season

20.12.2024

Union Postpones Strikes on Iryo Trains During Christmas Holiday Season

Union Postpones Strikes on Iryo Trains During Christmas Holiday Season. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Strikes

18.12.2024

Strikes: Travel Disruptions to Expect in Europe This Winter

Strikes are causing significant travel disruptions across Europe, affecting flights, trains, and buses in multiple countries.