Latest news: A technical failure of the GSM-R digital radio system halted train services nationwide across Germany for two hours this morning, impacting Deutsche Bahn, private operators, and freight traffic. Meanwhile, the EU launched a EUR 1.1 billion CEF Transport call for TEN-T rail projects. DB Cargo confirmed 6,200 job cuts by 2030 as part of its restructuring plan. Siemens Mobility secured a 30-year service deal for Mireo Plus B battery-hybrid trains in Germany, leveraging Railigent X for maintenance. Experts highlight green hydrogen train viability depends on refueling infrastructure. Poland's rail intermodal market grew significantly in Q1 2026, and European railways are implementing diverse heatwave strategies.
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Freight Rail
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April 26, 2024
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Infrastructure
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April 25, 2024
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Rolling Stock
ELP and RCG forge partnership to develop hybrid locomotives
Marketa Horpeniakova
April 25, 2024
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Technology & Innovation
UK: Argenta and Cyth test new rail freight safety system
Marketa Horpeniakova
April 25, 2024
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2 min read
Rolling Stock
DB Regio expands its fleet with six new Desiro HC trains from Siemens Mobility
Karel Novak
April 24, 2024
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Business
Knorr-Bremse acquires Alstom's rail signalling business in North America
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April 24, 2024
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Passenger Rail
DB to introduce 'cuddle cabins' on ICE trains
Karel Novak
April 23, 2024
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2 min read
Business
Henrik M. Egeter appointed CEO of Vossloh Rolling Stock
Karel Novak
April 23, 2024
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2 min read
Freight Rail
GB Railfreight launches intermodal rail service from Southampton to West Midlands
Marketa Horpeniakova
April 23, 2024
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2 min read
Freight Rail
DB Cargo converts steel wagons for timber transport
Marketa Horpeniakova
April 23, 2024
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2 min read
Technology & Innovation
Siemens Mobility will fully automate Copenhagen's S-Bane network by 2033.
Karel Novak
April 23, 2024
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2 min read
Technology & Innovation
Nevomo and Hyperloop Institute Partner on MagRail CargoTube Project
Karel Novak
April 22, 2024
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2 min read
Infrastructure
New ÖBB maintenance hall construction for Cityjets in Vienna
Lubomir Cech
April 22, 2024
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2 min read
Rolling Stock
Finnish railway wagon market by 2027 and beyond
Lubomir Cech
April 22, 2024
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2 min read
Freight Rail
China tests its largest and longest freight train
Marketa Horpeniakova
April 22, 2024
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Technology & Innovation
UK: Network Rail’s £4 billion signalling upgrade plan unveiled
Marketa Horpeniakova
April 22, 2024
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