TURKIYE: Turkish-built EMUs entered passenger service on 22 July between Uzunköprü and Halkalı, replacing locomotive-hauled regional trains on the Edirne–Istanbul corridor after almost 20 years of operation.
Hydrogen-powered train project in Türkiye is moving forward after the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure signed a cooperation protocol with partners in the United Kingdom, as reported by Railway Pro.
OKI and Turkish State Railways signed an agreement to begin trials using IoT sensors to monitor the condition of key transport infrastructure facilities.
Turkey has launched the operation of E5000 electric locomotives, developed using national technology and delivered to the state rail operator TCDD under a contract for 95 units. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Container transit from China to Europe via Iran received support from six countries that agreed on tariffs and delivery times for the international route. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The Kayseri-Yerköy High-Speed Rail project is progressing rapidly, offering a modern and efficient transportation solution that will significantly improve connectivity between Kayseri and Ankara. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Siemens Mobility signed a significant contract with Turkish State Railways (TCDD) for Marmaray maintenance. The contract is valid for 36 months. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Turkey is launching an automatic train inspection station to improve railway safety and reduce risks. This innovative automatic train inspection system will identify cracks, brake malfunctions, and other issues before they cause serious breakdowns. As reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply, this system marks a new phase in the country's rail infrastructure. Managed remotely from Ankara, the system enables real-time inspections even while trains are moving.
Turkey is preparing to begin dynamic tests of its first high-speed electric train in 2025, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The Turkish company Türasaş has begun assembling its first urban electric train, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Turkey is preparing to enhance its transportation infrastructure, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Turkish Turasas plans to deliver 880 articulated platforms Sggmrs to customers by the end of 2026, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
