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Eight years of Madaraka Express: over 15 million passengers and nearly 40 million tonnes of freight

On 10 June 2025, Kenya Railways held a ceremony at the Nairobi Terminus to acknowledge eight years of operations of the Madaraka Express, which includes both passenger and freight services on the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR).

Lubomir Cech June 17, 2025 · 2 min read

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Alza Cargo takes over shunting operations at Loconi terminal in Warsaw

The site is located adjacent to Warszawa Praga station, near the junction of the E65 and E20 railway lines.

Lubomir Cech June 16, 2025 · 2 min read

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VTG secures EUR 550 million in refinancing arranged by KfW IPEX-Bank

VTG, one of the major private rail freight wagon leasing and logistics providers in Europe, has concluded a refinancing package worth EUR 550 million.

Lubomir Cech June 13, 2025 · 2 min read

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Škoda Group: financial results in 2024

Škoda Group did much better financially last year. The volume of new orders increased by 74% to EUR 1.7 billion, and EBITDA rose by 185% year-on-year to reach a total of EUR 62 million.

Karel Novak June 12, 2025 · 1 min read

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Filip Budník: Thein Fuels Rail Revival in Eastern Europe

An exclusive interview with Filip Budník, Investment Director and Partner at Thein Industry, on how refurbished Czech locomotives are driving Thein’s expansion in Poland—and why this strategy fits the shifting rail logistics landscape in Europe.

Karel Novak June 10, 2025 · 6 min read

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ČD: Bonds worth €500 million placed

The Czech railways company České dráhy (ČD) has successfully issued Eurobonds with a total value of €500 million. The senior unsecured bonds have an annual fixed coupon of 3.75% and mature in five years, in 2030.

Karel Novak June 10, 2025 · 2 min read

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Alstom invests €115 million in Polish sites to meet demand for double-decker and regional trains

The investment supports ongoing and upcoming production for multiple European railway operators.

Lubomir Cech June 2, 2025 · 2 min read

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RAILVIS Keeps Railways Moving Despite Crisis

In an exclusive interview with RAILMARKET, Ctirad Klimanek, managing partner at RAILVIS, explains how the digital platform connects Europe's fragmented rail market and supports smarter freight logistics.

Karel Novak June 2, 2025 · 5 min read

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Public transport benefits three times higher than costs

Buses and trains in Germany generate €75 billion in added value. For every euro invested, three euros are generated.

Karel Novak June 2, 2025 · 2 min read

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Integrated Flows, Competitive Edges

As supply chains fragment, integrated logistics strategies are reshaping how Europe moves freight.

RAILMARKET NEWS May 28, 2025 · 2 min read

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Talgo in net loss in Q1 2025 as manufacturing slows and Talgo 230 project remains under review

The company reported €154.3 million in revenue for the first quarter of 2025, with EBITDA reaching €13.6 million.

Lubomir Cech May 27, 2025 · 2 min read

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FS Logistix replaces Mercitalia Logistics

The announcement took place together with the presentation of a digital platform intended for end-to-end freight transport management.

Lubomir Cech May 27, 2025 · 2 min read

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Uber joins channel tunnel rail project through co-branding agreement with Gemini Trains

Under the agreement, Uber will integrate ticketing for the service into its app, while the rail operation will remain fully under Gemini Trains’ management.

Lubomir Cech May 25, 2025 · 2 min read

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Kazakhstan Transport Logistics Forum 2025

Almaty, Kazakhstan is preparing to host a major global logistics event that will shine the spotlight on the future of transport in Central Asia.

Karel Novak May 22, 2025 · 2 min read

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China Railway Group reports lower 2024 revenue and profit amid contract decline

China Railway Group Limited (CREC) has released its 2024 annual report, showing a decline in several key financial indicators.

Lubomir Cech May 20, 2025 · 2 min read

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Leadership change at ŽSR as Ivan Bednarik appointed new CEO

Ivan Bednárik has been appointed as the new CEO of the Slovak state railway infrastructure manager, effective from 15 May 2025.

Lubomir Cech May 16, 2025 · 2 min read

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Medlog acquires stakes in Ukrainian intermodal operator and terminal on Polish borders

The transaction involves a 50% stake in the intermodal operator N’UNIT and a 25% stake in the cross-border terminal Mostyska.

Lubomir Cech May 16, 2025 · 2 min read

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ČD Cargo: loss in the year 2024

Despite the continued growth in traffic generated by ČD Cargo's foreign branches and subsidiaries, the total traffic volume decreased to 56.7 million tonnes in 2024.

Karel Novak May 12, 2025 · 2 min read

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e.g.o.o. expands operations with new EuroDual locomotive and rail terminal in Goslar

Both moves are part of the company’s effort to establish a broader presence in the northern Harz region through combined traction capability and infrastructure access.

Lubomir Cech May 12, 2025 · 2 min read

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Bentheimer Eisenbahn: maize transport launched, maintenance contract signed, and Regiopa line upgrade underway

Freight, maintenance and rail infrastructure news from the northwestern German railway company.

Lubomir Cech May 12, 2025 · 3 min read