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Metro-North passenger cars: MTA targets 2029

27.03.2026

MTA app upgrade adds live tracking for riders

The MTA app upgrade centers on a rebuilt mobile app, as Progressive Railroading reported. It is for MTA New York City Transit subway and bus riders.
Tyne and Wear Metro delays after overhead line problem

26.03.2026

Tyne and Wear Metro delays cancel morning services

Passengers faced significant delays across the network during Tyne and Wear Metro delays. Also, BBC News reported problems with the overhead lines.
Leo Express adds joint tickets to Baltic States with Lux Express

26.03.2026

Leo Express adds joint tickets to Baltic States with Lux Express

Joint tickets to Baltic States are now available from Leo Express and Lux Express. The offer covers combined rail-and-coach travel.
DB delay compensation reached EUR 156.1m in 2025

25.03.2026

DB delay compensation falls, but remains far above 2019

DB delay compensation reached EUR 156. 1 million in 2025.
Unified public transport ticketing platform due in Estonia in 2026

22.03.2026

Estonia picks Turnit for unified public transport ticketing platform

A unified public transport ticketing platform is to be developed in Estonia. Also, Railway Gazette reports that Turnit was selected to develop a prototype.
LA Metro computer hack blanks arrival boards, hits TAP cards

22.03.2026

LA Metro computer hack disrupts payments and train-time info

LA Metro computer hack disrupted fare payments for some riders this week. Also, it affected train-time information after a breach affected Los Angeles Metro’s internal computer systems.
Metra fare collection pilot to scan Ventra tickets

20.03.2026

Metra fare collection pilot begins at downtown stations

Metra fare collection pilot begins in April. Chicago’s Metra will test potential new fare-collection technology, according to Metra.
MARTA Breeze fare system update starts March 28

19.03.2026

MARTA Breeze fare system adds tap-to-pay on March 28

The MARTA Breeze fare system will move to an updated version on March 28. According to a MARTA press release, the improved system will introduce tap-to-pay technology.
Amtrak Mardi Gras line: Gulf Coast winter train trip

18.03.2026

Auto Train Flash Sale Brings $39 Fares Through July

Auto Train Flash Sale is available for a limited time, according to Amtrak. Fares start at $39 plus the cost of your vehicle.
Amtrak spring fare sale: up to 25% off to Virginia

17.03.2026

Amtrak spring fare sale cuts Boston-Virginia fares

Amtrak spring fare sale options are now open for travelers planning trips between Boston and Virginia, as previously covered by Railway Supply.
Melbourne contactless payments debut on four lines

17.03.2026

Melbourne contactless payments start on four rail lines

As reported by Rail Express, Melbourne contactless payments have entered a trial phase. Thousands of Victorian commuters can now pay for train travel with a phone, debit card or smartwatch.
SNCF ticket sales open from March 11 for summer trips

14.03.2026

SNCF ticket sales open for TGV, OUIGO and INTERCITÉS

As detailed by SNCF Connect, SNCF ticket sales have opened for TGV INOUI, OUIGO and INTERCITÉS. From March 11, passengers can book TGV INOUI services in France and across Europe.