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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.
Alstom allocates $163M to produce Avelia Horizon trains for SNCF. A new $32.7M Ptit-Forêt line will boost assembly speed

07.04.2025

Alstom Invests $163M in Avelia Horizon Train Production

Alstom allocates $163M to produce Avelia Horizon trains for SNCF. A new $32.
SNCF pauses new X’Trapolis train deliveries because X’Trapolis technical issues persist. Transilien reports poor performance in the Île-de-France region daily

27.03.2025

SNCF Halts X’Trapolis Technical Issues Delays

SNCF pauses new X’Trapolis train deliveries because X’Trapolis technical issues persist. Transilien reports poor performance in the Île-de-France region daily.
The French SNCF has increased the accuracy of the Vegescan system to 95% for monitoring vegetation along railways

14.03.2025

Monitoring Vegetation Along Railways: Increasing Vegescan System Accuracy to 95%

The French SNCF has increased the accuracy of the Vegescan system to 95% for monitoring vegetation along railways. This technology enables efficient track condition control and timely issue resolution.
The presentation of the new Avelia Horizon high-speed trains took place at the Lyon station in Paris.

13.03.2025

New Avelia Horizon Trains: High-Speed Technology by Alstom and SNCF

The presentation of the new Avelia Horizon high-speed trains took place at the Lyon station in Paris. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
SNCF Group in 2024 raised revenue to $46.2 billion, with profit reaching $1.7 billion. The company succeeded due to a 4.8% income rise and tight expense control

05.03.2025

SNCF Group in 2024 Boosts Revenue to 43.4 Billion Euros

SNCF Group in 2024 raised revenue to $46. 2 billion, with profit reaching $1.
An official ceremony was held at Nice station to mark the launch of Zou! trains for residents and tourists. Operator SNCF Voyageurs Sud Azur began operations on December 15, 2024, under a ten-year contract.

21.02.2025

France Launches Zou! Regional Trains for Passenger Convenience

France Improves Rail Transport in the Region. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The first batch of Avelia Horizon trains, developed by Alstom for SNCF, will enter service in spring 2026. According to media reports, the delay is due to manufacturing issues and testing challenges

05.02.2025

Avelia Horizon: Launch of New Double-Decker Trains Delayed Until 2026

The first batch of Avelia Horizon trains, developed by Alstom for SNCF, will enter service in spring 2026. According to media reports, the delay is due to manufacturing issues and testing challenges.
SNCF is testing solar panels on unused train tracks to explore new energy solutions. AREP, its subsidiary, deployed a reversible solar power plant for six months of performance testing

31.01.2025

SNCF Tests Innovative Solar Panels on Train Tracks for Energy Efficiency

SNCF is testing solar panels on unused train tracks to explore new energy solutions. AREP, its subsidiary, deployed a reversible solar power plant for six months of performance testing.
The French railway operator SNCF has ordered new passenger trains for the first time in 45 years. The company is acquiring 180 sleeper carriages and 30 locomotives to modernize its night train fleet.

31.01.2025

SNCF Orders New Trains and Locomotives for Night Routes

The French railway operator SNCF has ordered new passenger trains for the first time in 45 years. The company is acquiring 180 sleeper carriages and 30 locomotives to modernize its night train fleet.
France is demonstrating strong support for night train travel by placing a significant order for new rolling stock.

29.01.2025

France Invests in Modern Night Trains to Revive Rail Travel

France is demonstrating strong support for night train travel by placing a significant order for new rolling stock. This investment aims to modernize its railway system and promote sustainable long-distance travel.
The New Munich-Paris High-Speed Rail Route is set to revolutionize European travel by 2026. Germany and France continue to prioritize efficient and sustainable transportation solutions.

24.01.2025

New Munich-Paris High-Speed Rail Route Set to Launch by 2026

The New Munich-Paris High-Speed Rail Route is set to revolutionize European travel by 2026. Germany and France continue to prioritize efficient and sustainable transportation solutions.