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European Loc Pool starts its Balkan Tour and leases one more EuroDual to an existing customer

In June and July 2023, European Loc Pool (ELP) will start its homologation tour across four Balkan countries for the Stadler EuroDual locomotive. The leasing company also announced one more locomotive leased to BBL Logistik.

Lubomir Cech May 25, 2023 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Metrans to launch new connections from Budapest: Port of Rijeka and Belgrade

Leading intermodal operator in Central and Eastern Europe will launch direct regular trains connecting the port of Rijeka and its recently acquired Indija terminal near Belgrade with its hub terminal in Budapest.

Lubomir Cech May 24, 2023 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Lianyungang – Central Asia Rail Freight Traffic Exceeds 15,000 Trips

China – Central Asia rail freight traffic is thriving. Over 15,000 train trips were organized between the Chinese coastal city of Lianyungang and 5 Central Asian countries already.

Lubomir Cech May 23, 2023 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Cyrille Guyon: Ermewa plans to acquire thousands of new wagons despite industry challenges

In an exclusive interview for RAILMARKET.com, Cyrille Guyon, Deputy Managing Director, reveals Ermewa's response to the impact of the energy crisis and the war in Ukraine on rail freight.

Karel Novak May 23, 2023 · 4 min read

Freight Rail

DHL Global Forwarding partners with Etihad Rail to transform freight transport in the UAE

The partnership will allow DHL to use the UAE's national rail network for its main operations, enabling the distribution of goods across the country. The joint venture aims to enhance sustainable freight offerings, reduce road congestion and contribute to the UAE's commitment to environmental responsibility.

Marketa Horpeniakova May 22, 2023 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

New lines and transports announced: Europe and the US

Every week, new rail transports and new rail routes are announced across the world. Railmarket News is bringing you a summary of interesting ones that caught our attention over the recent period.

Lubomir Cech May 22, 2023 · 3 min read

Freight Rail

KTZ: Cargo turnover up 9.6% in the first four months of 2023

Kazakhstan's KTZ network has reported an increase in cargo turnover for the first four months of 2023, with operational cargo turnover increasing by 9.6% year-on-year to 89.4 billion net tonne-kilometres.

Karel Novak May 19, 2023 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

UNESID and Adif extend partnership to improve rail transport of iron and steel products

The agreement focuses on improving the quality, reliability, and efficiency of rail transport, analyzing existing infrastructures, and enhancing competitiveness.

Marketa Horpeniakova May 19, 2023 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

RCG and böhler Abfall GmbH partner for eco-friendly sewage sludge transport

Using the MOBILER logistics concept, up to 12,000 tonnes of sewage sludge per year are transported by rail from Vorarlberg to Lower Austria, providing an efficient and sustainable end-to-end logistics solution.

Marketa Horpeniakova May 18, 2023 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Captrain Italia with two more TRAXX DC3 from Railpool in its fleet

On 16 May 2023, Captrain Italia accepted two more leased locomotives from Railpool, growing its fleet to four and aiming for 19 locomotives in total.

Lubomir Cech May 18, 2023 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

UK: Encirc trials rail transport for sustainable glass bottle distribution

The trials represent a significant step in the company's ambition to create the most sustainable national drinks supply chain in the UK, as rail transport can significantly reduce the carbon footprint of container glass distribution.

Marketa Horpeniakova May 17, 2023 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Green Cargo adds five leased Siemens Vectron locomotives from Alpha Trains to its fleet

Green Cargo has become one of the first lessees of the newly-delivered Vectron locomotives for Alpha Trains aimed at the Scandinavian market.

Lubomir Cech May 17, 2023 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

Ecco-rail Leases Five MS Vectrons from Akiem

Austrian rail freight carrier ecco-rail has leased five multisystem Siemens Vectron locomotives from a French leasing company, Akiem.

Lubomir Cech May 17, 2023 · 1 min read

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Etihad Rail and Oman Railway Network partner with Vale for eco-friendly iron ore transportation

Oman and Etihad Rail Company have signed an MoU with Vale to explore the transportation of iron ore and its derivatives between Oman and the UAE using rail.

Marketa Horpeniakova May 16, 2023 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

AITX Enters European Wagon Services Market, Names New Head of AITX Rail Europe

AITX, a North American-based provider of wagon services in the freight transportation market, has launched its European wagon platform. The company named Mahindhann Krishnapillai as the Head of AITX Rail Europe.

Lubomir Cech May 16, 2023 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

HS2: A milestone in reducing carbon emissions with "Materials by Rail" programme

HS2's "Materials by Rail" programme has reached a major milestone, moving 10 million tonnes of materials to and from construction sites by rail. The initiative is part of the project's efforts to cut carbon emissions and reduce the number of lorries on the road.

Marketa Horpeniakova May 15, 2023 · 3 min read

Freight Rail

Two DE18 Locomotives from Nexrail to Rail Bavaria Logistik

Nexrail, a Luxembourg-based rolling stock leasing company, will lease two Vossloh Rolling Stock DE18 locomotives to German operator Rail Bavaria Logistik.

Lubomir Cech May 15, 2023 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

A Remarkable Comeback for transport logistic: Figures and Pictures

If you were willing to meet people from the European transport and logistics sector, there was a big chance to see everyone in one place – in Munich. The recently ended trade fair transport logistic 2023 is over, and the post-Covid comeback was successful.

Lubomir Cech May 15, 2023 · 3 min read

Freight Rail

Intramotev aims to revolutionize the rail industry with battery-electric technology

The company's goal is to use the technology to create captive routes between mines and processing facilities, intra-plant routes, and ports. The technology offers reduced operational costs, increased safety, and a more sustainable future for the rail industry.

Marketa Horpeniakova May 13, 2023 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Decrease for Rail Intermodal Transport in Poland in 2022

The Polish Office of Rail Transport has issued a summary of intermodal transportation in the country for 2022. Due to geopolitical factors, the segment decreased both in volume and turnover, ending a decade-long period of growth.

Lubomir Cech May 12, 2023 · 3 min read