Projects

Infrastructure

KCIC proceeds with the commissioning and testing of the first Indonesian high-speed railway

PT Kereta Api Indonesia China (KCIC), a company operating the Jakarta – Bandung high-speed line, proceeded with tests of the CRRC Fuxing trains on the first line of its kind in the country.

Lubomir Cech May 25, 2023 · 2 min read

Technology & Innovation

Modernization on track: AŽD selected to upgrade the Hungarian railway corridor

The project represents a step forward in improving the safety and efficiency of Hungary's railway corridor, using state-of-the-art signalling technologies provided by AŽD and the expertise of V4SIL.

Marketa Horpeniakova May 25, 2023 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

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

Infrastructure

SBB will de-bottleneck the Zurich – Winterthur route

A new project, called MehrSpur Zürich–Winterthur, should bring 30% more capacity on this railway line.

Lubomir Cech May 24, 2023 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

Rail Infrastructure in England and Wales Gets Over 50 Million EUR Support

The British railway infrastructure company, Network Rail, has unveiled its five-year plan (2024-2029) aimed at enhancing the railway infrastructure in England and Wales. The overall sum exceeds 50 million euros.

Lubomir Cech May 23, 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

Passenger Rail

Stadler Rail Service Lays Foundation Stone for New Battery Train Maintenance Facility in Rendsburg

On 15 May 2023, Stadler Rail, the Swiss train manufacturer and service provider, placed a time capsule into the foundation of its latest service location in Germany, marking the commencement of a state-of-the-art maintenance facility for battery-powered regional trains.

Lubomir Cech May 22, 2023 · 2 min read

Passenger Rail

Wabtec to Modernize MTR's locomotive fleet in £12 million deal

Wabtec Corporation has secured a deal with Hong Kong-based MTR Corporation to modernise 25 Mk3 Battery-Electric Locomotives.

Lubomir Cech May 18, 2023 · 2 min read

Technology & Innovation

Alstom releases its first TRAXX with ATLAS ETCS on-board system

Alstom has just released its first TRAXX locomotive, equipped with ATLAS ETCS on-board system, from its factory in Kassel for testing.

Lubomir Cech May 18, 2023 · 2 min read

Business

Renfe and EFE Sign MoU to Study Potential Future Cooperation

Spanish railway operator Renfe signed a cooperation agreement with the Chilean state railway company, EFE. The Memorandum of Understanding aims at materialising future collaborations.

Lubomir Cech May 17, 2023 · 1 min read

Passenger Rail

Alstom’s Hydrogen Train has Arrived in Canada

Alstom has brought its iLint hydrogen multiple unit to Quebec ahead of the planned commercial demonstration service.

Lubomir Cech May 15, 2023 · 2 min read

Passenger Rail

From Design to a Model: Alstom Presents a Mock-Up of Coradia Stream for DSB

The design process of 100 new Alstom Coradia Stream trains that Danish passenger rail operator DSB ordered reached a new stage when the manufacturer made a 1:1 scale model of the new IC5 train.

Lubomir Cech May 14, 2023 · 2 min read

Technology & Innovation

Alstom to implement pioneering ERTMS technology for low-density railway lines in Spain

The project aims to develop a new application of the ERTMS standard for local and regional lines using satellite technology and public telecommunications networks.

Marketa Horpeniakova May 6, 2023 · 2 min read

Passenger Rail

Brightline Unveils New Rail Station at Orlando International Airport

Brightline has unveiled a new Orlando Station at Orlando International Airport (MCO), marking a significant milestone in connecting two of Florida's fastest-growing regions. The scheduled service start is in the summer of 2023.

Lubomir Cech May 4, 2023 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

UK: Porterbrook Unveils New Asset Management Facility at Long Marston Rail Innovation Centre

Porterbrook, a UK rolling stock company, has recently introduced a new Asset Management Facility (AMF) at the Long Marston Rail Innovation Centre.

Lubomir Cech May 4, 2023 · 1 min read

Freight Rail

BoxOnBox – a New Format of Innofreight Containers on Rails

Innofreight and DB Cargo have introduced a new version of the container, which will be used to transport hot briquetted iron.

Lubomir Cech May 3, 2023 · 2 min read

Passenger Rail

Two new suburban commuter railway lines in Slovakia

Two new railway lines are set to be built in the Bratislava region, as the increase in construction in the city and its surroundings has put pressure on residents' mobility.

Lubomir Cech April 29, 2023 · 1 min read

Infrastructure

Turkey: The Inauguration of the Ankara-Sivas High-Speed Train Line

The long-awaited Ankara-Sivas High-Speed Train Line was officially launched with a grand ceremony in Sivas. The 405 km high-speed rail project is the second-longest in Turkey.

Lubomir Cech April 28, 2023 · 2 min read

Passenger Rail

Porterbrook and GTR are modernising the Electrostar fleet

The fleet of Electrostar units, owned by Porterbrook and used by Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), is undergoing modernisation. Class 387/1 is retrofitted with ETCS in-cab signalling, while Class 377’s modernisation program “Aurora” reaches number one hundred.

Lubomir Cech April 26, 2023 · 2 min read

Technology & Innovation

Hitachi Rail and GCRE Sign Agreement of Cooperation

Hitachi Rail has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) to accelerate innovation for rail passengers and deliver value for money. The collaboration between Hitachi Rail and GCRE has the support of both the Welsh and UK Governments.

Lubomir Cech April 25, 2023 · 2 min read