Latest news: Rete Ferroviaria Italiana (RFI) secured €4bn in funding for network investment and upgrades across Italy. Siemens Mobility won a significant €3bn contract from Italo Holding for 26 Velaro high-speed trains. In Germany, VTG announced the closure of its intermodal wagon maintenance workshop by end-2026. Separately, HŽ Passenger Transport procured six Končar battery-electric multiple units (BEMUs) for Croatia, while Leo Express strengthened its management for European growth.
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May 9, 2023
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Freight Rail
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May 8, 2023
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Passenger Rail
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May 4, 2023
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Freight Rail
PKP CARGO Receives All 5 Siemens Vectron Locomotives from the Latest Order
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Freight Rail
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Freight Rail
Brasil: VLI Expands Wagon Fleet to Meet Increased Fertilizer Flow
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May 3, 2023
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Freight Rail
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