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An ONCF Al Boraq high-speed train standing at Tangier Terminus in Morocco.

30.07.2026

Newcastle–Sydney High-Speed Rail Adviser Appointed

Existing NSW TrainLink intercity train beside another passenger train at Newcastle Interchange, shown as illustrative route context

27.07.2026

Keolis-Led Team Becomes Australian High-Speed Rail Adviser

CFL and SNCF regional trains at Luxembourg railway station

22.07.2026

Luxembourg Questions Exclusion From Brussels–Basel TGV

SNCF Réseau has unveiled the MARS LGV project — an unmanned train designed to inspect high-speed railway lines, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce maintenance costs

14.04.2025

Unmanned Diagnostic Train MARS LGV to Enhance Track Inspection Efficiency in France

SNCF Réseau has unveiled the MARS LGV project — an unmanned train designed to inspect high-speed railway lines, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce maintenance costs.
Parallel Systems is changing the freight industry with its autonomous, electric rail technology that offers a more cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional trucking for short-distance deliveries

12.04.2025

Parallel Systems Revolutionizes Short-Distance Freight with Autonomous Rail

Parallel Systems is changing the freight industry with its autonomous, electric rail technology that offers a more cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional trucking for short-distance deliveries.
This week marks the beginning of speed testing for the world’s first steam locomotive equipped with ETCS (European Train Control System) technology

12.04.2025

Testing the World’s First Steam Locomotive with ETCS Technology

This week marks the beginning of speed testing for the world’s first steam locomotive equipped with ETCS (European Train Control System) technology.
CMA CGM has committed €100 million to integrating AI across its logistics, shipping, and media operations

12.04.2025

CMA CGM Invests €100M in AI to Transform Logistics Operations

CMA CGM has committed €100 million to integrating AI across its logistics, shipping, and media operations. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Alstom has secured a €60 million ($66.5 million) contract from S-Bahn Hamburg to enhance the digital capabilities of 82 BR 490 S-Bahn trains

11.04.2025

Alstom Wins €60m Contract to Digitally Upgrade S-Bahn Hamburg Trains

Alstom has secured a €60 million ($66. 5 million) contract from S-Bahn Hamburg to enhance the digital capabilities of 82 BR 490 S-Bahn trains.
Tyne and Wear Metro staff are actively assisting passengers in becoming familiar with the new features on their modernized trains

11.04.2025

Tyne and Wear Metro Staff Showcase New Features on Modern Trains

Tyne and Wear Metro staff are actively assisting passengers in becoming familiar with the new features on their modernized trains.
The company “KYIVGUMA” successfully passed the quality management system certification according to ISO 9001.

11.04.2025

“KYIVGUMA” Passed ISO 9001 Certification

The company “KYIVGUMA” successfully passed the quality management system certification according to ISO 9001. This confirms its high standards of quality and efficiency.
The European Rail Supply Industry Association (UNIFE) has called for a €3bn ($3.83bn) investment in a dedicated Rail Research Programme under the upcoming EU Budget.

10.04.2025

The Future of Rail Technology: Investment in Europe’s Rail Industry

The European Rail Supply Industry Association (UNIFE) has called for a €3bn ($3. 83bn) investment in a dedicated Rail Research Programme under the upcoming EU Budget.
In West Sacramento, testing of a shunting locomotive powered by hydrogen-battery traction has been completed

10.04.2025

Hydrogen-Battery Locomotive Testing Completed in the United States

In West Sacramento, testing of a shunting locomotive powered by hydrogen-battery traction has been completed. The tests were part of a project launched in 2021 by Sierra Northern Railway.
The tram depot in the Gloubětín district of Prague has completed its reconstruction. Operator DPP officially put it into operation on March 21, 2025.

10.04.2025

Reconstruction of the Tram Depot in Prague Completed

The tram depot in the Gloubětín district of Prague has completed its reconstruction. Operator DPP officially put it into operation on March 21, 2025.
Hypertube Project Targets High-Speed Trains at 1,200 KPH

09.04.2025

Hypertube Project Aims for 1,200 KPH High-Speed Trains

Hypertube Project Targets High-Speed Trains at 1,200 KPH. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
ABB and Stadler US team up to advance sustainable rail transport across America with innovative technology

09.04.2025

ABB and Stadler Boost Sustainable Rail Transport in the US

ABB and Stadler US team up to advance sustainable rail transport across America with innovative technology. Their partnership targets eco-friendly rail solutions in Illinois and California.