Alstom to overhaul 235 Panama Metro cars under a US$90m contract
Alstom has signed a US$90 million Panama Metro maintenance contract to overhaul the 235 Metropolis cars on Lines 1 and 2, with work at intervals of up to 12 years.
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VIA Rail Sleeper Deal May Expand Montreal Rail Plant
CANADA: A CAD Railway expansion in Montreal is under consideration after a C$150 million VIA Rail contract created four to five years of sleeper-car overhaul work.
VTG to Close Großräschen Intermodal Workshop in 2026
The VTG Großräschen workshop closure will take effect on December 31, 2026, ending intermodal wagon maintenance at the Brandenburg facility little more than two years after operations began.
FreightCar America Expands Parts Business with SP&E
The FreightCar America acquisition of Southern Parts & Equipment adds a Georgia-based distributor of new, used and reconditioned railcar components to the manufacturer’s growing aftermarket business.
Metra Railcar Rehabilitation Completed for 302 Commuter Cars
Metra railcar rehabilitation is now complete for 302 commuter railcars, with the in-house programme saving more than 100 million USD compared with outsourcing the work to external contractors.
Metra rail-car rehabilitation project completes 302 cars
The Metra rail-car rehabilitation project has been completed in the Chicago region, after 302 commuter cars were rebuilt through the agency’s in-house program.
Railjet Trains in Austria to Be Modernized by 2031
Austrian Federal Railways is upgrading 60 first-generation Railjet trains, which have been in operation for over 15 years and will continue running across Europe, as reported by the company “NPO A.T.O.R.,” a leader in comprehensive supply for passenger carriages, electric trains, and socially oriented transport.
Wales Modernizes Rail Buses for Cyclists
Transport administration in Wales upgrades Series 153 rail buses for cyclists. They launched the first train in February 2025 on the Heart of Wales line. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Electroputere VFU received EU certification for modernized passenger cars
Electroputere VFU modernized railcars and received European certification. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Modernization of Electrostar Trains: The United Kingdom Improves Transportation Services
The United Kingdom is actively modernizing its Electrostar train fleet to enhance passenger transport quality. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
KRCBW to Repair Passenger Railcar Wheelsets by the End of 2025
KRCBW won a ₴7.04 million tender to repair passenger railcar wheelsets by December 2025. The project guarantees 15 years of reliability, ensuring safety and efficiency for railway operations. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
LTG Cargo Modernizes Depot in Radviliskis
LTG Cargo Modernizes Depot in Radviliskis, investing €10 million to create the most advanced facility. The project focuses on improving infrastructure, acquiring innovative equipment, and boosting regional economic growth. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
