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Moderus Gamma tram delivery to Poznań: 30 cars

26.12.2025

Moderus Gamma tram delivery to Poznań completed early

RITES South Africa locomotive order worth Rs 3.16bn

26.12.2025

RITES South Africa locomotive order set for 1.5-year delivery

Rail supplier news: GATX deal, Alstom EMUs, FCA buyout

24.12.2025

Rail supplier news: deals from GATX, Alstom, FCA and GMP

Prague launched passenger service trials for the new Škoda 52T tram on June 17, 2025, using Line 12, which was chosen for its ideal urban landscape and operational length. Before carrying passengers, the vehicle completed over 20,000 kilometers of internal testing on the city’s tram network. These tests were conducted outside the regular timetable and focused on performance verification. City officials, including Prague Deputy Mayor Zdeněk Hřib and DPP executives, attended the launch. They emphasized the tram’s potential to improve urban mobility and provide comfortable public transport. Škoda 52T to Modernize Prague’s Urban Mobility The Škoda 52T is a fully low-floor, unidirectional tram designed for accessibility. It measures 32 meters, weighs 48 tonnes, and holds up to 243 passengers, including 70 seated. Five double-leaf doors support quick and smooth boarding. Inside, passengers benefit from air conditioning, LED lighting, and six information screens for real-time updates. Over 230 suppliers participated in its production, with 76% based in the Czech Republic. Project manager Petr Novotný highlighted the national collaboration behind the tram’s development. Future of Public Transport in Prague with Škoda 52T The Prague Public Transit Company (DPP) signed a framework deal with Škoda Group in December 2023. It covers up to 200 trams, with a total estimated value of $704 million (€669.4 million). The firm order includes 40 units now being delivered in phases. The first entered homologation testing in January 2025 and began passenger testing this June. Additional 52T trams will arrive in Prague throughout summer. They will support ongoing testing and serve as training vehicles for new DPP tram operators. Vehicle no. 9504, delivered on May 13, 2025, is currently active in street tests. These runs focus on system reliability and electrical safety.

23.06.2025

Prague Begins Passenger Testing of New Škoda 52T Tram

Prague launched passenger service trials for the new Škoda 52T tram on June 17, 2025, using Line 12, which was chosen for its ideal urban landscape and operational length.
New Skoda ForCity Plus 46T trams began operating in Frankfurt (Oder), with six modern vehicles already running on routes and two additional units held in reserve.

20.06.2025

Modern trams by Skoda start operating in Frankfurt

New Skoda ForCity Plus 46T trams began operating in Frankfurt (Oder), with six modern vehicles already running on routes and two additional units held in reserve.
In 2024, Škoda Group reported strong profit growth and expanded its order portfolio to €3.4 billion, which is 74% higher than the previous year.

13.06.2025

Škoda Group expands order portfolio and profit in 2024

In 2024, Škoda Group reported strong profit growth and expanded its order portfolio to €3. 4 billion, which is 74% higher than the previous year.
ZSSK has put a new RegioPanter train into service, built by Czech manufacturer Škoda Group under a contract for regional transport

09.06.2025

New RegioPanter Train Joins Slovak ZSSK Fleet

ZSSK has put a new RegioPanter train into service, built by Czech manufacturer Škoda Group under a contract for regional transport.
Škoda Group will deliver 22 ForCity Smart trams to Mainz after winning a competitive tender held in February 2024

26.05.2025

Mainz Orders 22 New Trams from Škoda Group for $108 Million

Škoda Group will deliver 22 ForCity Smart trams to Mainz after winning a competitive tender held in February 2024. The $108 million contract was finalized in May 2025, with deliveries planned from 2028 to 2030.
Skoda Group delivered the first upgraded tram to Gothenburg, which underwent modernization at the Czech Ostrava plant.

28.04.2025

Tram Modernization in Gothenburg: The First Upgraded Tram from Skoda Group

Skoda Group delivered the first upgraded tram to Gothenburg, which underwent modernization at the Czech Ostrava plant. This is part of a program to improve the city’s public transport services.

27.04.2025

Škoda’s First Regional Train Arrives in Estonia, Marking Fleet Renewal

On April 17, 2025, the first Škoda electric train for regional services arrived in Estonia, marking the beginning of a fleet renewal.
Škoda Group will supply Brno with Trams ForCity Smart 45T, totaling 40 units. The city’s transport operator, DPMB, received the first tram on March 26, 2025

02.04.2025

Trams ForCity Smart 45T to Upgrade Brno’s Transport

Škoda Group will supply Brno with Trams ForCity Smart 45T, totaling 40 units. The city’s transport operator, DPMB, received the first tram on March 26, 2025.
Skoda Group introduces the world’s longest tram, stretching 58.7 meters, in Plzen. This ForCity Smart 38T sets a new global record.

21.03.2025

World’s Longest Tram Unveiled by Skoda for Germany

Skoda Group introduces the world’s longest tram, stretching 58. 7 meters, in Plzen.

06.03.2025

NIM Express Refurbishment by Škoda Group for DB Regio

Škoda Group Secures Deal to Upgrade DB Regio’s NIM Express Trains. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Skoda Group Introduces a Collision Prevention System for Trams.

07.02.2025

Skoda Group presents accident prevention system for trams – how does it work?

Skoda Group Introduces a Collision Prevention System for Trams. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Škoda has unveiled the ForCity Plus Praha 52T tram, designed for Prague’s public transport system. The vehicle is currently undergoing tests in Plzeň and will soon begin city trials.

31.01.2025

Škoda Introduces New 52T Tram for Prague’s Urban Network

Škoda has unveiled the ForCity Plus Praha 52T tram, designed for Prague’s public transport system. The vehicle is currently undergoing tests in Plzeň and will soon begin city trials.