Infrastructure

Infrastructure

Rail to choose where billions will go

The Czech Republic is entering a new phase of transport investment. With more projects than available funding, the focus is shifting from volume to priorities. Speaking at the Železnice Pardubice conference, Martin Kolovratník, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Správa železnic, explains what this means for the future of rail.

Karel Novak April 16, 2026 · 4 min read

Infrastructure

Polish development fund co-finances CLIP intermodal terminal in Zabrze

The project, valued at EUR 33.5m (PLN 145m), is scheduled for completion in mid-2026 and is located on the former KWK Makoszowy and JSW Koks industrial site.

Lubomir Cech April 14, 2026 · 1 min read

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Renfe tenders maintenance depot for new Stadler commuter trains for Madrid

The facility, with an 18-month construction period, will service the new high-capacity Stadler trains entering operation from 2026 on the busy Móstoles–Humanes corridor.

Lubomir Cech April 14, 2026 · 2 min read

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Stadler opens Vienna maintenance hall for high-speed trains

The facility is directly connected to the Austrian rail network and supports preparation for test runs and entry into service of new vehicles.

Lubomir Cech April 13, 2026 · 1 min read

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Fire damages Bergen Line infrastructure, services resume after repairs

The incident caused significant damage to the overhead contact line system, requiring emergency intervention by infrastructure manager Bane NOR.

Lubomir Cech April 10, 2026 · 2 min read

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Georgia Ports Authority will open Gainesville Inland Port in May, served by Norfolk Southern

Formerly known as the Blue Ridge Connector, the $134 million facility provides a direct rail link to the Port of Savannah, targeting a regional market of more than 330 manufacturers across the poultry, heavy equipment, and forest products sectors.

Lubomir Cech April 7, 2026 · 1 min read

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Zambia and Botswana fast-track 430 km MKL rail project

The governments of Zambia and Botswana have directed technical teams to finalize all outstanding studies for the Mosetse–Kazungula–Livingstone (MKL) Rail Project by the end of 2026.

Lubomir Cech April 6, 2026 · 1 min read

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First electric test runs on key Baltic line

Lithuania has completed first electric test runs on its main Vilnius–Klaipėda line, as the country’s largest rail electrification project nears completion.

Karel Novak April 6, 2026 · 2 min read

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Rhine corridor upgrade boosts rail capacity

Germany has completed a key upgrade on the Rhine Valley line, increasing capacity and reliability on one of Europe’s busiest rail freight corridors.

Karel Novak April 1, 2026 · 2 min read

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Vienna corridor capacity to increase by 2029

ÖBB is expanding Wiener Neustadt station to boost capacity on Austria’s key southbound rail corridor, with four tracks planned by 2029.

Karel Novak March 31, 2026 · 2 min read

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ÖBB launches selection process for Bosruck Tunnel route on north-south corridor

The new tunnel forms part of the modernisation of the Pyhrn line, a core corridor linking Upper Austria and Styria with Germany, Italy and Adriatic and North Sea ports.

Lubomir Cech March 27, 2026 · 2 min read

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Siemens delivers ETCS Level 1 signalling for 300 km of railway lines in Mexico

The line will serve 11 passenger stations and forms part of the federal programme to modernise Mexico’s passenger rail infrastructure.

Lubomir Cech March 27, 2026 · 1 min read

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A push for Central Pyrenees rail link as third cross-border between Spain and France

The group is seeking recognition of the scheme in the post-2027 Connecting Europe Facility programme.

Lubomir Cech March 26, 2026 · 2 min read

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UK Transport Secretary orders HS2 to review 360 km/h design

The review will assess whether changes to the line’s 360 km/h design specification could save billions of euros and bring passenger services into operation earlier.

Lubomir Cech March 26, 2026 · 2 min read

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GRK wins construction contract on North Bothnia Line

Work is scheduled to start in 2026 and conclude in 2029, with contract signature expected on 26 March 2026 if no appeals are lodged during the ongoing standstill period.

Lubomir Cech March 24, 2026 · 2 min read

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COMSA completes Vigo rail siding, first train runs

The first train has now operated on the new connection, enabling direct rail access to the logistics site in Galicia.

Lubomir Cech March 19, 2026 · 1 min read

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Trenitalia France signs 35-year lease for EUR 80m Paris depot

The project has a planned commissioning scheduled by the end of 2029.

Lubomir Cech March 19, 2026 · 1 min read

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Romania plans almost 800 kms of high-speed lines

The route would combine upgraded sections for speeds of up to 200 km/h with new double-track lines designed for 250 km/h.

Lubomir Cech March 19, 2026 · 2 min read

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Ontario Northland acquires 207 km of railway lines from CN

The section represents more than 25% of the full Northlander passenger corridor.

Lubomir Cech March 17, 2026 · 1 min read

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CAF breaks ground for Neubeckum BEMUs depot for NWL

The Spanish manufacturer is investing a double-digit million euro amount in the project.

Lubomir Cech March 16, 2026 · 2 min read