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UP and Norfolk Southern seek STB merger approval

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have formally applied to merge their rail networks, seeking approval from the Surface Transportation Board. The proposed transaction would create the first coast-to-coast freight railroad in the United States.

Karel Novak January 5, 2026 · 2 min read

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PKP CARGO sells CARGOTOR to PLK for EUR 6.7 million

The parties plan to complete the transaction by the end of the first quarter of 2026.

Lubomir Cech January 2, 2026 · 2 min read

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Railmarket: Year in review - what you read the most in 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, we look back at the stories that captured your attention the most. From groundbreaking locomotive debuts to dramatic incidents and shifting geopolitical currents, here are the ten most-read articles on RAILMARKET this year.

Lubomir Cech December 31, 2025 · 2 min read

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EIB allocates €13.5 million to Ukrzaliznytsia for border and freight infrastructure

As part of a wider financing package for essential public services in Ukraine, the European Investment Bank has allocated €13.5 million to Ukrainian Railways (Ukrzaliznytsia).

Lubomir Cech December 28, 2025 · 1 min read

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Renfe signs €250 million loan with EIB for Rodalies fleet renewal in Catalonia

This agreement forms the first tranche of a €500 million financing package approved by the EIB.

Lubomir Cech December 26, 2025 · 1 min read

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EQT acquires A-Train, the operator of Swedish Arlanda express

A-Train operates the airport rail link under a public-private partnership concession with the Swedish state.

Lubomir Cech December 25, 2025 · 2 min read

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A train full of Christmas lights and music: CPKC Holiday Train brings festive cheer across North America

For the 27th year in a row, CPKC's Holiday Train has been spreading Christmas joy across Canada and the United States.

Lubomir Cech December 24, 2025 · 2 min read

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KKR takes majority stake in Green Mobility Partners

The transaction establishes a partnership aimed at expanding GMP’s activities in the European rail leasing market and is subject to customary regulatory approvals.

Lubomir Cech December 23, 2025 · 1 min read

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PESA gets EUR 1.6 billion to expand production and support vehicle development

The funds will support the company's plans to double production capacity and expand its presence in foreign markets, including the Czech Republic and Romania.

Lubomir Cech December 22, 2025 · 2 min read

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Traxtion buys 46 Kiwi Rail locomotives and new wagons for South African freight

Traxtion is completing a R3.4 billion rolling stock investment programme, equal to about €173 million, focused on increasing freight rail capacity in South Africa.

Lubomir Cech December 22, 2025 · 2 min read

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Olavion acquires 60% stake in German rail operator RBP

The transaction agreements were signed on 17 December 2025.

Lubomir Cech December 19, 2025 · 2 min read

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Flåm Railway to move to commercial operation after current contract ends in 2027

The decision follows a market dialogue carried out with railway operators, which indicated interest in operating year-round passenger services without public support.

Lubomir Cech December 18, 2025 · 2 min read

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Poland’s largest FLIRT deal reaches final stage

Koleje Mazowieckie has ordered 11 additional FLIRT electric multiple units from Stadler, completing the largest rolling-stock investment programme in the operator’s history. The framework agreement now covers a total of 75 trains.

Karel Novak December 17, 2025 · 2 min read

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UK locomotive manufacturer Clayton Equipment files for insolvency protection

Clayton Equipment, a locomotive manufacturer based in Burton upon Trent, has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators.

Lubomir Cech December 16, 2025 · 1 min read

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Ivan Bednárik set to become Czech transport minister

Ivan Bednárik, a senior rail executive with experience across freight, passenger and infrastructure management, is expected to become the next Czech transport minister. His career spans leadership roles at ČD Cargo, České dráhy and Slovakia’s infrastructure manager ŽSR.

Karel Novak December 15, 2025 · 3 min read

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ÖBB confirms CEO, head of Rail Cargo Group steps down

The supervisory board of ÖBB-Holding AG decided on several senior management appointments at its meeting on 11 December 2025 in Vienna, affecting the holding company and multiple subsidiaries.

Lubomir Cech December 12, 2025 · 2 min read

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GYSEV CARGO and Central European Real Estate Fund agree 15 year logistics lease in Sopron region

The contract establishes a long-term framework for warehouse logistics services alongside GYSEV CARGO’s existing rail freight operations.

Lubomir Cech December 12, 2025 · 1 min read

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FS Group reports €18 billion in 2025 investments and confirms delivery of 241 new vehicles

The update comes with the first-year review of the 2025–2029 Strategic Plan, which is a long-term capital programme across infrastructure, rolling stock, energy and digitalisation.

Lubomir Cech December 12, 2025 · 1 min read

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Austria: ÖBB, Post expand locker network

ÖBB and Austrian Post are launching a programme to install roughly fifty 24/7 parcel lockers at railway stations across Austria. The rollout includes the first off-grid lockers powered by roof-mounted photovoltaic modules.

Karel Novak December 10, 2025 · 2 min read

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A new visual identity for Great British Railways

The UK government has introduced a new Railways Bill to Parliament, outlining the legal framework for the creation of Great British Railways (GBR).

Lubomir Cech December 10, 2025 · 2 min read