The framework agreement builds on the existing fleet of 75 units of the 742.7 series and represents a continuation of ČD Cargo's modernization strategy for its fleet.
The publicly owned company seeks to modernize its operations across the north of England, replacing older units and aligning with evolving technological and environmental standards.
Once completed, the site is expected to produce one-third of Alstom's bogie frames globally.
This supply is part of an intergovernmental agreement aimed at addressing Ukraine’s infrastructure needs for 2025.
The group is preparing an order for 12 high-speed trains, worth an estimated €595 million, as part of its effort to introduce competition on services between London and mainland Europe.
This financing brings the total capital raised under the Growth Facility to €570 million.
While locomotives should serve partially electrified routes, trainsets are aimed at national long-distance connection.
This purchase brings the total number of electric locomotives in LocoItalia's fleet to eight.
Wagons are aimed for hot steel billets transport at the Cardiff facility.
Eurofima indicates that this arrangement aligns with its focus on public rail operations in Europe and transportation with reduced environmental impact.
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The upgrades, financed through state budget contributions and the EU's Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), amounted to over EUR 9 million.
The transition follows years of preparation, including extensive testing, staff training, and collaboration with transport operators.
The final unit has left the Alstom Transport Technology Centre in Widnes and re-entered service.
A new rail-based transshipment terminal focusing on steel products is under construction in Kędzierzyn-Koźle (Sławięcice).
This order, valued at EUR 106 million, aims to replace older vehicles and adjust fleet capabilities for current operational needs.
-says Łukasz Boroń, CEO of CARGOUNIT in an interview, where he evaluates last five years of this rolling stock leasing company on Polish market, reveals the secrets of its success and foreshadows further growth of the company into the future.
Canada will get new coast to coast locomotives and passenger cars.
With a total investment of €85.91 million, the initiative will improve logistical capabilities for freight and passenger transport.
Amtrak has announced that it achieved its highest-ever ridership in fiscal year 2024, welcoming 32.8 million passengers—a 15% increase over the previous year. The company also reported ticket revenue of $2.5 billion, marking a 9% rise compared to fiscal year 2023.