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Sydney Trains service at Chatswood station beneath overhead wiring

25.08.2026

Sydney Trains overhead wiring support cable snaps

Platforms at Box Hill railway station in Melbourne

25.08.2026

Suburban Rail Loop savings: About Half Identified

New CBH Group narrow-gauge locomotive in Western Australia

19.08.2026

CBH Rail Fleet Meets WA’s Push for Network Control

31.05.2025

South Australia Invests $9.6M to Boost Public Transport Safety

South Australia is investing $9. 6 million in a sweeping safety upgrade to protect public transport passengers and workers, including AI cameras, compliance teams, and legal reforms.
India has launched its first 9000 HP electric freight locomotive, marking a major step in its sustainable transport strategy and reinforcing the country’s commitment to reducing emissions through green rail development.

29.05.2025

India Unveils 9000 HP Green Freight Locomotive Project

India has launched its first 9000 HP electric freight locomotive, marking a major step in its sustainable transport strategy and reinforcing the country’s commitment to reducing emissions through green rail development.
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency selected the WSP-PGH Wong consortium to implement CBTC on the Muni Metro tram network to improve its efficiency and capacity.

29.05.2025

CBTC System to Modernize San Francisco’s Tram Network

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency selected the WSP-PGH Wong consortium to implement CBTC on the Muni Metro tram network to improve its efficiency and capacity.
Germany’s rail operator has introduced innovation at the ICE depot in Leipzig by installing solar panels and a battery storage system that covers a quarter of the facility’s energy needs and saves around $92,000 per year.

29.05.2025

Innovative ICE Depot in Leipzig Reduces Energy Costs

Germany’s rail operator has introduced innovation at the ICE depot in Leipzig by installing solar panels and a battery storage system that covers a quarter of the facility’s energy needs and saves around $92,000 per year.
HOPPECKE and TKIL Industries are launching joint battery production for India’s railway sector, including systems for metro trains, locomotives, and suburban rail services.

29.05.2025

HOPPECKE and TKIL to Launch Battery Production for Indian Railways

HOPPECKE and TKIL Industries are launching joint battery production for India’s railway sector, including systems for metro trains, locomotives, and suburban rail services.
Helrom green loan of $35 million will fund a major trailer wagon purchase, boosting sustainable rail freight and supporting the company’s mission to decarbonize European logistics

28.05.2025

Helrom green loan supports $35 million sustainable rail expansion

Helrom green loan of $35 million will fund a major trailer wagon purchase, boosting sustainable rail freight and supporting the company’s mission to decarbonize European logistics.
Italian company SITAV presented a hydrogen locomotive at Hydrogen Expo, stating that the prototype has already passed the initial stages of certification and is ready for further testing.

28.05.2025

SITAV Unveils Innovative Hydrogen Locomotive in Italy

Italian company SITAV presented a hydrogen locomotive at Hydrogen Expo, stating that the prototype has already passed the initial stages of certification and is ready for further testing.
JICA will provide technical support to Manila’s LRT-1 operator, Light Rail Manila Corporation, to boost energy efficiency, cut operational costs, and lower CO₂ emissions.

27.05.2025

JICA to Modernize Manila’s Light Rail Transit System

JICA will provide technical support to Manila’s LRT-1 operator, Light Rail Manila Corporation, to boost energy efficiency, cut operational costs, and lower CO₂ emissions.

26.05.2025

India Expands Global Rail Exports and Boosts Domestic Production

India continues to expand its role in the global railway market, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced new export milestones and manufacturing achievements during his visit to Dahod, Gujarat.

25.05.2025

IRCTC Launches SwaRail App for Smarter Train Travel in India

IRCTC has introduced the SwaRail mobile app to simplify train travel by offering ticket booking, tracking, and food ordering features for Android and iOS users across India.
Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane SpA is evaluating Starlink as part of its plan to improve onboard internet and modernize Italy’s railway system.

24.05.2025

Italy’s Railway Considers Starlink for Future Connectivity Projects

Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane SpA is evaluating Starlink as part of its plan to improve onboard internet and modernize Italy’s railway system.
Japan’s E10 Shinkansen: A Blossom-Inspired High-Speed Revolution Arriving by 2030

24.05.2025

E10 Shinkansen: Japan’s High-Speed Train Inspired by Nature

The E10 Shinkansen is Japan’s newest high-speed train project, combining innovative engineering and sakura-inspired design to redefine rail travel by 2030.