Alstom to Build New VIA Rail Canada Trains Under $4.7 Billion Contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 4, 20260 VIA Rail Canada has ordered 313 new passenger rail cars under a 4.7 billion CAD agreement with Alstom. Notably, the vehicles will be designed, manufactured and assembled in Canada. The contract, announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney in Thunder Bay, Ontario, will see passenger cars for VIA Rail built domestically for
Robotic Blasting Chamber for Cleaning of Freight Cars Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 4, 20260 Railway car repair company, 2020 Purpose of the Project The customer had to meet the requirements of the new GOST state standards, which determine the painting of freight cars during overhaul. When choosing a technology for a new painting line, various methods of cleaning the surfaces of railway cars from old paint
France’s First Battery-Electric Regional Trains Enter Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 3, 20260 Alstom has announced the introduction into commercial service of France’s first two battery-powered regional trains (TER), launched in the Occitanie and Sud regions as part of a 41 million EUR national programme. The programme was launched alongside SNCF Voyageurs, as well as the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Hauts-de-France and Nouvelle-Aquitaine regions, where the initiative
cn-mobility at InnoTrans 2026: New Sync 5 Client and Auracast PA Retrofit Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 2, 20260 Innovations for Your Digital Rail Operations For many years, our products have helped you provide reliable operational information, simplify processes, and significantly reduce the daily workload for railway staff. At InnoTrans 2026, we will show you how we continue to evolve these solutions—with innovations across our product portfolio that address today’s
KeolisAmey Luas Assumes Operating Duties for Dublin’s Light Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 1, 20260 KeolisAmey Luas has officially begun operation and maintenance duties for Dublin’s Luas light rail network. The beginning of the contract follows several months of preparation and collaboration with employees, stakeholders and the outgoing operator in order to ensure a smooth transition for passengers. KeolisAmey Luas has now commenced operation and maintenance of
Deutsche Bahn Announces Half-Price BahnCard 25 Sale Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 1, 20260 Deutsche Bahn has announced a new sale on its popular BahnCard 25, which offers a discount of 25% on all Flex and Saver Fare tickets for a year-long period. From 1–30 September; those looking to purchase a BahnCard 25 will be able to take advantage of a discount of more than
Wireless Multi Sensor Monitoring of Engineering Structures Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 31, 20260 Abstract Engineering structures are generally understood to be predominantly functional objects, such as bridges, tunnels, cranes, silos etc. Failure of these structures not only causes physical damage but can also lead to interruption of production, disturbance of infrastructure or traffic and thus disruption of operations with commercial impact for both the
Nearly 200 Years of Engineering Expertise at the Heart of Modern Railways Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 30, 20260 Springs may be among the least visible components in a modern bogie, but they’re among the most critical. For nearly 200 years, Grueber has been perfecting them, and is now bringing digital innovation to one of rail’s oldest technologies. In the complex ecosystem of modern railway engineering, where high speeds, immense
Wabtec to Modernise 33 Norfolk Southern Locomotives Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 28, 20260 Norfolk Southern and Wabtec have expanded their locomotive modernisation programme, with 33 Evolution Series locomotives set to be converted from DC to AC traction. Under the programme, Wabtec will modernise Norfolk Southern’s ES44DC locomotives with AC traction motors, upgraded control systems and digital technologies. The converted locomotives will be designated ES44ACMs. Norfolk
Greece: Service Begins on Kalamaria Extension of Thessaloniki Metro Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 28, 20260 The Kalamaria extension of the Thessaloniki metro has officially commenced passenger service, marking the next phase in the expansion of Greece’s first fully automated, driverless metro network. With an aim to provide improved connectivity for both residents and visitors across the greater Thessaloniki area; the 4.8km underground extension branches from the
Germany: Stadler Celebrates Commissioning of TINA Trams for Gera Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 28, 20260 Stadler has celebrated the official commissioning of a new set of TINA trams for GVB Verkehrs- und Betriebsgesellschaft Gera mbH (GVB). These vehicles, the delivery of which has been made possible due to an investment of 49 million EUR from both GVB and its various funding providers and financing partners, are
Family Owned, Rail Focused Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 28, 20260 When it comes to safety-critical systems for rail, few suppliers can match the combination of technical depth and long-term commitment that HANNING & KAHL brings to the table. HANNING & KAHL specialises in hydraulic brake systems and infrastructure solutions for urban rail networks. The company has built its reputation on a
GIS Gives Irish Rail a Clearer View of Its Lineside Risks Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 27, 20260 Irish Rail is using drone imagery, AI and GIS to move from reactive inspections to network-wide vegetation intelligence – and one data analyst is leading the way. Running alongside much of Irish Rail’s 2,378-kilometre network are thousands of trees that, left unmanaged, pose a risk to safe operations by blocking sightlines,
Reducing Downtime, Increasing Reliability: The Business Case for Automated HVAC Testing Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 26, 20260 Astronics brings advanced diagnostics, data logging and predictive analytics to HVAC systems, helping rail operators improve efficiency and reduce repair times, writes Astronics Test Systems’ Director, Mass Transit, Bagali Siddaram, and Systems Engineering Manager, Kyle D’Arcangelis. Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are essential to passenger and staff comfort when
Tel Aviv Metro Opens $10 Billion Tender Process for Driverless Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 25, 20260 NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System Ltd. has opened pre-qualification for contracts worth approximately 10 billion USD to supply and operate systems for the planned Tel Aviv Metro. The contracts form part of the Infra II stage of the wider Tel Aviv Metro project, which is valued at approximately 60 billion USD.
Indonesia Rail Project Uses imc and GRAS Technology to Assess Passenger Comfort Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 25, 20260 Berlin (Germany), August 26, 2026 – A collaborative rail testing project in Indonesia is using imc data acquisition technology and GRAS measurement microphones to investigate passenger comfort and structural dynamics under real operating conditions, aiming at developing the rail infrastructure. The project brings together Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI), Institut Teknologi
CRRC Power Lithium Battery Containers Begin Regular Trial Operations Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 24, 20260 A set of freight trains carrying dedicated containers for power lithium batteries have recently completed a transportation trial across two cross-regional routes: Yibin-Shanghai and Ningde-Chengdu. Developed by CRRC, the lithium battery containers have now entered a regular rail trial operation stage, marking a key transition in China’s transportation of such technology
Stadler to Present Seven New Rail Vehicles at InnoTrans 2026 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 21, 20260 Stadler will present seven new rail vehicles at InnoTrans 2026 in Berlin, including a hydrogen-powered train for Italian metre-gauge lines and the new EURO DuFour freight locomotive for SBB Cargo Switzerland. The manufacturer will exhibit the vehicles from 22 to 25 September, alongside presentations covering its service, signalling and digital technologies. Stadler
Haywards Heath–Lewes Railway Line to Reopen on 1 September Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 21, 20260 Network Rail and Southern Railway have confirmed plans to reopen the railway line between Haywards Heath and Lewes to passenger services on Tuesday 1 September following repairs after a derailment earlier this month. The line has been closed since the derailment of a Southern service near Lewes station on Thursday 13
Hitachi Rail to Modernise Fare Collection System on Jakarta MRT Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 21, 20260 Hitachi Rail, in partnership with PT Softorb Technology Indonesia, has been awarded a contract to modernise the automatic fare collection system across the 13 stations of Jakarta MRT’s Phase 1. The contract, awarded by PT Mass Rapid Transit Jakarta (Perseroda) (MRT Jakarta), covers the development and performance improvement of the network’s
Ballast Protection Trials Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 21, 20260 In September 2014 TrackTex Anti-Pumping Geocomposite was supplied to Norfolk Southern for installation on the Whitethorne District of Virginia. The aim was to determine how effectively TrackTex protected the ballast from mud pumping on known trouble spots. Crews install TrackTex ballast protection geotextile alongside an active rail line, laying down fabric
Step Up Rail Sustainability: Meet Diab at InnoTrans 2026 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 20, 20260 The rail industry is moving faster than ever, and efficiency is no longer just a goal; it is a mandate. To meet the demands of tomorrow, operators and manufacturers must look beyond traditional building blocks. For over 75 years, Diab has developed, improved, and fine-tuned our cores and sandwich technology with
First Siemens Metro Train Arrives for Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 19, 20260 Siemens Mobility has delivered the first of 12 three-car metro trains for the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport project, marking the start of the next phase of testing and commissioning for the new line. The train arrived in Australia following testing in Vienna and at Siemens Mobility’s Test and Validation
Mosdorfer Rail Cantilevers: Flexible Solutions for Modern Railway Electrification Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 19, 20260 Mosdorfer Rail provides a comprehensive range of cantilever assemblies designed to support overhead line equipment across high-speed, conventional rail, light rail and tramway applications. Combining intelligent design, high-grade materials and extensive industry experience, the range provides flexible and cost-effective solutions for both new railway projects and infrastructure maintenance. Catenary works on
EnerMech to Support Sydney Metro-Western Sydney Airport Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 18, 20260 EnerMech has officially been awarded a new contract by Parklife Metro to support the construction and commissioning of the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport project. The work, which will be delivered by EnerMech’s Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions (I&I) business line, will focus on the electrical scope and ensure the implementation
California High-Speed Rail Seeks Views on Proposed Central Valley Maintenance Facility Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 17, 20260 The California High-Speed Rail Authority is seeking public input on two potential locations for a proposed heavy maintenance facility that would support the future high-speed rail system. The sites are located in Fresno and Kings County near Hanford. The consultation opened on 14 August and will run until 14 September 2026. Conceptual
Škoda Group Completes Delivery of Twenty EMUs for Bulgarian Operation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 14, 20260 The Škoda Group has announced the completed delivery and handover of twenty four-car electric multiple units to the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Republic of Bulgaria. Following testing on local infrastructure, the vehicles have now received type authorisation and authorisation for placing on the Bulgarian market from the country’s
Network Rail & Southern Rail Issue Response Following Lewes Derailment Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 14, 20260 Network Rail and Southern Rail have issued a joint response after a train derailment occurred in the Lewes area of East Sussex yesterday afternoon (13 August 2026). Both organisations have stated that their immediate response was to work closely with emergency services, local and central government, and industry partners in order
Eurostar Introduces First ERTMS-Fitted Train into Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 14, 20260 Eurostar has received authorisation from the European Union Agency for Railways (ERA) to bring the first e300 train fitted with the ERTMS/ETCS onboard system into active service, with its first commercial journey having been completed on Friday 17 July. This authorisation marks a key milestone in the modernisation of the Eurostar
HS2: First Six Platforms Constructed at Old Oak Common Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 14, 20260 HS2 has announced the completion of the first six platforms in the underground station box at Old Oak Common in west London. Each of the new underground platforms will be served by HS2’s fleet of new high-speed trains, which will transport passengers between the capital and the West Midlands, as well
Fanless Rackmount Edge AI Computer Built for Modern Railway Applications Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 14, 20260 As railway systems become increasingly connected and data-driven, operators need computing platforms that can support AI analytics, onboard connectivity, video surveillance, and passenger services while maintaining reliable performance in harsh environments. The rROK 5520 Series: powering Edge AI, video surveillance, and 5G connectivity onboard modern trains. © NEXCOM International Co., Ltd. The new
VIA Rail to Improve Rail Connections to Montréal-Trudeau International Airport Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 13, 20260 VIA Rail Canada has begun development work on a new multimodal hub in Dorval that will connect passenger rail services with public transport and Montréal-Trudeau International Airport. The Dorval Multimodal Hub will bring together VIA Rail and exo rail services with the shuttle service to YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport in a
California High-Speed Rail Opens Latest Central Valley Structure Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 12, 20260 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has completed a new grade separation in Kings County, with the Corcoran Highway overpass now open to traffic. The structure is the 62nd completed structure along the first 119 miles of high-speed rail construction in California’s Central Valley. Located on Corcoran Highway, also known as Waukena Avenue,
Intelligent Fault Strategy for DIN Rail Power Supplies Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 12, 20260 RECOM RACPRO Electronic Safety Modules for Industrial Plants Channel protection with switch-mode design: 24V DIN rail enclosures contain essential power supplies and electronic fuses for a wide range of industrial applications. Power supply quality and reliability are essential system features. However, it is not only the failure of individual power sources
New York to Study Thermal Energy Network for Cooler Subway Platforms Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 11, 20260 New York State, New York City and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) are studying whether a thermal energy network (TEN) could be used to reduce temperatures on subway platforms in Lower Manhattan and transfer excess heat to nearby municipal buildings. The study will focus on the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall 4 5
Etihad Rail Sells More than 70,000 Tickets for Passenger Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 10, 20260 Etihad Rail has sold more than 70,000 tickets since launching passenger services in the UAE on 28 February 2026. On average, customers are booking journeys 12 days in advance. The figures, announced on 3 August, provide an early indication of passenger demand as the UAE’s national railway continues its introductory operational
FS Group Orders 19 High-Speed Trains for Paris–London Channel Tunnel Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 7, 20260 FS Italiane Group has ordered 19 new high-speed trains from Hitachi Rail as it prepares to launch a Paris–London service through the Channel Tunnel in 2029. The trains will be operated by Trenitalia France, part of FS International, and will also support the expansion of the company’s existing high-speed services between
US: Brightline Experiences 30% Incident Reduction in Q1 2026 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 7, 20260 US Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced that trespassing incidents and train-vehicle collisions on Brightline Florida have reduced by 30% year-over-year in Q1 2026. Duffy has claimed that the statistics are due to the Trump Administration’s expedited deployment of a 25 million USD investment, which has been used to modernise
Sound Transit Targets 2042 Opening for Ballard Link Extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 7, 20260 Sound Transit has outlined the funding and project milestones required to extend Seattle’s Ballard Link light rail line to Market Street by 2042, warning that the northern section could otherwise be delayed until around 2060. The agency’s revised ST3 System Plan currently provides funding for construction of the Ballard Link Extension
Sound Transit Targets 2042 Opening for Ballard Link Extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 7, 20260 Sound Transit has outlined the funding and project milestones required to extend Seattle’s Ballard Link light rail line to Market Street by 2042, warning that the northern section could otherwise be delayed until around 2060. The agency’s revised ST3 System Plan currently provides funding for construction of the Ballard Link Extension
Sound Transit Targets 2042 Opening for Ballard Link Extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 7, 20260 Sound Transit has outlined the funding and project milestones required to extend Seattle’s Ballard Link light rail line to Market Street by 2042, warning that the northern section could otherwise be delayed until around 2060. The agency’s revised ST3 System Plan currently provides funding for construction of the Ballard Link Extension
From Spot Defects to Full Rail Reprofiling Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 7, 20260 Rail defects rarely occur in the same way. Some appear as isolated surface damage, such as squats or spalling, while others develop gradually over longer sections of track in the form of deformation or corrugation. Each defect type requires a dedicated treatment strategy to restore the rail profile, extend rail
UK: Majority of Train Services Resume Across North West Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 7, 20260 Network Rail has confirmed that the majority of train services across the North West of England have resumed following a power outage in Manchester on Thursday 6 August, although some disruption remains. Issues were caused by an electricity supply outage, which SP Electricity North West confirmed took place at 13:41 in
Toronto Ontario Line Underground Works Advance with $4.3bn Contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 6, 20260 Webuild and FCC have signed a 2.7 billion EUR (4.32 billion CAD) contract to deliver a major underground section of Toronto’s Ontario Line metro project. Construction work is due to begin following completion of the project’s development and advanced design phase. The contract covers the Pape Tunnel and Underground Stations (PTUS)
ÖBB to Expand & Modernise Light Metal & Scrap Wagon Fleet Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 5, 20260 The ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) has announced an expansion and modernisation of its fleet of wagons for the transport of light metal scrap and sheared scrap. A total of 500 Eanos-y freight wagons will be provided by MFD Rail – with deliveries having already begun at the start of the
AECOM Appointed for Bakerloo Line Upgrade Study Ahead of New Train Fleet Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 5, 20260 Transport for London (TfL) has appointed AECOM to carry out a feasibility study examining the depot and sidings infrastructure needed to support the Bakerloo Line Upgrade. This contract marks a further stage in preparations for introducing a new fleet of trains. TfL’s Bakerloo Line © Canva The study will assess infrastructure requirements at Stonebridge
Alstom to Supply 25 Additional X’trapolis 2.0 Trains in Australia Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 4, 20260 Alstom has announced the acceptance of a 270 million EUR order for the production of 25 X’trapolis 2.0 trains across the company’s facilities throughout Victoria. The announcement follows the exercise of a contract option by the Victorian Government, and will see new units join the initial trains first introduced into service
FRA Proposes Updated Noise Standards to Support US High-Speed Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 3, 20260 The U.S. Department of Transportation (US DOT) has announced plans to modernise federal train noise regulations, with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) proposing changes to support the introduction of higher-speed rail services in the US. The current noise emission standards were developed in the 1970s and focus primarily on engine and
Nuremberg-Regensburg Line Reopens to Rail Traffic Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 3, 20260 The Nuremberg-Regensburg railway line has officially reopened to rail traffic following the completion of a slew of modernisation works. As a project partner, Hitachi Rail has celebrated its own contributions to the technological renewal of the heavily-utilised section of the European Rhine-Danube transport corridor. Hitachi Rail supported the modernisation with the implementation
HS2 Signs New Civil Engineering Contracts as Part of Reset Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 31, 20260 HS2 Ltd has announced a successful renegotiation of contracts with two civil engineering joint-ventures as part of the programme’s wider reset. New commercial contracts have now been signed with both EKFB and Align, collectively amounting to more than 100km of the HS2 route between London and the West Midlands. Two major contracts
Join Us at InnoTrans in Berlin Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 31, 20260 Althen Sensors & Controls will be exhibiting at InnoTrans 2026 in Berlin. Visitors are invited to its stand to discover its fully integrated and standalone railway measurement systems and tools for rail applications, designed for accurate and reliable measurements. Track-mounted 3D wheel measurement units, ready to demonstrate at Althen’s Innotrans stand
Destressing Continuous Welded Rail: Managing Forces You Can’t See Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 31, 20260 Part 2 of 3: Managing Rail Stress in Continuous Welded Rail SeriesThis three-part series explores the fundamentals of Rail Neutral Temperature (RNT), rail destressing, and closure welding, examining why each is critical to the safety and performance of Continuous Welded Rail (CWR). Below RNT = tension (fracture risk). Above RNT =
Rail Live 2026: Reflecting on a Brilliant Few Days Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 31, 20260 As always, this year’s show brought together the rail industry’s engineers, asset managers, operators and more for two days of live demonstrations and genuinely useful conversations. For us, it’s always one of the highlights of the calendar – a chance to speak directly with the people using AIVR day-to-day. Visitors stopping
The Future of Rail Station Monitoring Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 30, 20260 Any time spent travelling across the EU or the UK’s rail networks will reveal a few prevalent insights. Firstly, for every station that resembles a small walkable city, complete with grocery chains and tech stores, there are several so remote and unassuming that you wouldn’t know they were part of
Connecticut Begins $1.6 Billion TIME-1 Rail Upgrade Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 29, 20260 Construction has begun on the first phase of Connecticut’s TIME-1 rail infrastructure project, marking the start of a 1.6 billion USD investment programme to increase capacity and improve journey times on the New Haven Line. Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto attended a groundbreaking ceremony
Amtrak Advances Construction on B&P Tunnel Replacement Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 29, 20260 Amtrak has announced further progress on the Baltimore and Potomac (B&P) Tunnel Replacement Program ahead of tunnel boring operations, which are scheduled to begin in 2028. Working alongside the US Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Amtrak has also identified a series of design and construction changes intended to improve the project’s efficiency,
Fit for the Future: Modernisation of the Control Cars Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 28, 20260 Railway technology | Controlling | Control technology | Energy and power protection systems Partner Enotrac offers highly specialised engineering for railway and infrastructure operators, municipal transport companies, the railway industry, public authorities and other public transport engineering firms. Time modules reliably control time-dependent processes, thereby contributing to safe train control © ComatReleco AG ComatReleco products
US DOT Advances Public-Private Partnership for Washington Union Station Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 27, 20260 The U.S. Department of Transportation (US DOT) has announced plans to develop a public-private partnership for the redevelopment of Washington Union Station, committing an additional 24 million USD to support project planning. The funding will be used to develop a partnership model intended to expand station capacity, improve passenger facilities and
Daktronics Installs 100-Foot-Wide LED Display at Los Angeles Union Station Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 27, 20260 BROOKINGS, S.D. – July 2, 2026 – Daktronics (NASDAQ: DAKT) of Brookings, South Dakota, partnered with Morlin Asset Management to deliver a large-scale LED video display at Los Angeles Union Station, one of the busiest transportation hubs in the United States, ahead of a high-profile sporting event held near the
InnoTrans 2026 – Berlin, Germany Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 24, 20260 Sécheron SA, a member of the Sécheron Hasler Group, is one of the world’s leading suppliers of electrical and electronic safety components and traction power systems for the railway industry. With a long-standing commitment to safety, reliability and innovation, we bring extensive experience and a customer-centric approach to shaping a cleaner
Integrated Rail Solutions: The Benefits of Working with One Experienced Partner Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 24, 20260 Keeping freight cars in service requires more than replacing worn components. Modern railroads face increasing pressure to maximize fleet availability, control operating costs, respond quickly to changing operational demands, and keep maintenance programs running efficiently. As fleets age and operations become more complex, many organizations are reevaluating not only where
What Can Auracast™ Do For Passenger Information? Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 24, 20260 Poor audio announcements have long been accepted as part of travelling by rail. Whether caused by background noise, different vehicle acoustics or hearing impairments, important passenger information is not always received as intended. Auracast™, based on Bluetooth® LE Audio, has the potential to be one of the most exciting developments in
Siemens Mobility Celebrates Production of 2,000th Vectron Locomotive Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 24, 20260 Siemens Mobility has officially handed over its 2,000th Vectron locomotive to the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). The occasion was marked during a ceremonial event at the Munich-Allach locomotive plant on 23 July. Siemens handed the 2,000th Vectron Locomotive over to ÖBB during a ceremonial event at its Munich-Allah plant © Siemens Mobility Designed for
Work Begins to Restore Portishead Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 23, 20260 Work has officially begun to restore the railway line from Bristol Temple Meads to Portishead, which will bring train services back after more than 60 years. Thus far, the Government has invested more than 63 million GBP to reconnect Portishead and Pill to the railway network in an effort to improve
Stadler Confirms No ‘Security-Relevant Data’ Stolen During Cyberattack Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 22, 20260 Stadler has released an official statement regarding a cyberattack that befell a supplier mid-July 2026, claiming that whilst cybercriminals illegally gained access to a data exchange platform, Stadler did not lose any data as a result. The company has stated that access to specific technical data was gained via compromised login
Menlo79 Wins Railway Innovation Award 2026 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 22, 20260 A few weeks ago, we shared the exciting news that Menlo79 had been shortlisted for the 2026 Railway Innovation Awards in the Operations & Performance category. Today, we’re delighted to share the next chapter: Menlo79 has won the Railway Innovation Award 2026 for Operations & Performance.It is an incredible honour
Québec City’s TramCité Project Contracts Siemens Mobility and AtkinsRéalis Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 21, 20260 Siemens Mobility and AtkinsRéalis have been selected by CDPQ Infra to advance the next phase of the TramCité light rail project in Québec City. The companies will work under a progressive design-build model as part of the planned 19-kilometre tramway, which will include 29 stations and a two-kilometre underground section. Construction
Maryland Purple Line Testing Reaches Bethesda Section Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 20, 20260 The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) has begun live-wire testing of Purple Line light rail vehicles on the western section of the route between the Lyttonsville Operations and Maintenance Facility and Bethesda Station in Montgomery County. The testing marks the first time Purple Line vehicles have operated under live overhead power in
Hitachi Rail Donates Installation Equipment to London Colleges Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 20, 20260 Hitachi Rail has announced the donation of a slew of specialist installation equipment used in work to modernise signalling on London’s Underground to three local further education colleges. The donation, which will see equipment given to Stanmore College, College of North West London and City of Westminster College, is hoped to
GreenSteel4Rails: Goldschmidt Supports EU Project for Low-Emission Rail Steels Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 17, 20260 How can new eco-friendly and high-performance rail steels be successfully joined for the European railways of tomorrow? Goldschmidt company Elektro-Thermit is tackling this important question as a member in the GreenSteel4Rails project in close cooperation with its team members – leading research and industry organisations. From left to right: Development &
Derby MP Visits DG8 as the Rail Industry Looks to Deliver Safer, Better Passenger Experience Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 17, 20260 Recently, Catherine Atkinson, MP for Derby North and Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Victims and Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls, visited DG8’s Derby offices. She met with the Icomera Group design and engineering specialist to learn more about how the company is supporting innovation, employment, and passenger safety in
Hitachi Rail to Upgrade Toronto Subway Line 2 Signalling System Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 17, 20260 Hitachi Rail has been awarded a contract to modernise the signalling system on the Toronto Transit Commission’s (TTC) Line 2, replacing infrastructure dating back to the 1960s with communications-based train control (CBTC) technology. The project will introduce Hitachi Rail’s SelTrac™ CBTC system across the 26-kilometre Bloor-Danforth line, enabling trains to operate
NMI Powers U.K. Railways Ticketing Transformation With Cutting-Edge Payment Solution Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 17, 20260 Consistent, frictionless payment experience for passengers and reduced complexity for train operating companies. NMI, a global leader in embedded payments infrastructure has revolutionized the ticketing experience for passengers across the U.K. railway network. In collaboration with a leading ticketing software provider and payment device manufacturer, NMI has modernized the payment infrastructure
voestalpine Railway Systems Receives Its Largest Single Order in History for the New High-Speed Rail Baltica Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 16, 20260 Rail Baltica is one of the most important high-speed rail infrastructure projects in Europe and will create a high-performance north-south connection between Northern and Central Europe. voestalpine Railway Systems has received its largest single order to date, worth approximately 470 million euros, for the supply of high-tech turnouts and digital
All Routes Considered: Pittsburgh’s Vision for the Modern Airport Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 16, 20260 Welcome back to All Routes Considered – a podcast brought to you by the a2b Global Media transport news network! We bring you the latest news, trending topics and in-depth discussion on the biggest events in transport from across the rail, bus and airport sectors. [embedded content] In this latest episode, Joey &
FIFA World Cup Boosts Vancouver Transit Ridership by More Than 600,000 Journeys Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 15, 20260 TransLink has released preliminary figures showing a significant increase in public transport use during the FIFA World Cup, with more than 600,000 additional transit boardings recorded across Vancouver’s seven match days. According to the transit authority, average ridership increased by around 87,000 boardings on each match day, while more than one
What’s Next for US Rail? Key Themes From APTA Rail Conference 2026 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 14, 20260 This year, the APTA Rail Conference took place against a critical backdrop for the future of transportation funding in the US. Five years after the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) unlocked historic levels of federal grants, the legislation is nearing the end of its authorisation period. Congress is now preparing for
Malaysia Airlines Partners with SNCF Voyageurs to Enhance Connectivity Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 13, 20260 Malaysia Airlines has unveiled a new codeshare partnership with SNCF Voyageurs which will seek to enable seamless rail and air connectivity between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and 28 railway destinations across France. Offered under SNCF Voyageurs’ TRAIN + AIR Product; the partnership will offer integrated air and rail services
First Fully-Automated Line 6 Metro Trains Presented in Madrid Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 13, 20260 The President of the Community of Madrid, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, has presented the first of 48 new automated trains destined to operate across the city’s Metro Line 6 from 2027. Currently under renovation, the line will soon become the first to utilise fully automated technology across the entire network, with testing
Rail Safety Is Entering the Survivability Era Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 10, 20260 Rail transport safety has traditionally focused heavily on prevention. Signalling systems, operational controls, automated monitoring platforms and infrastructure management systems have historically been designed to minimise the likelihood of accidents and operational failures occurring. While these systems remain essential, modern transport engineering increasingly recognises that not all emergencies can be
Eurostar Reported to Contribute £2 Billion to UK Economy Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 10, 20260 A new report published by Public First has determined that international high-speed rail contributes around 2 billion GBP to the UK economy each year and supports approximately 23,000 jobs. The report, Fast Track to Growth, uses Eurostar as a case study to assess the economic impact of international high-speed rail in
Goldschmidt Receives Approval from the German Federal Railway Authority for the LRB®26 Road-Rail Vehicle Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 9, 20260 Osby, 7 July 2026: Goldschmidt Sweden AB, a specialist for road-rail vehicles and part of the Goldschmidt Group, has received official authorisation from the German Federal Railway Authority (EBA) for the commissioning of its LRB®26 road-rail vehicle on the German market. This achievement is of strategic importance for the entire
Doing More with Less Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 9, 20260 “Doing more with less” has become one of the defining challenges for the rail industry. Across the UK, Europe and the wider world, infrastructure managers and the supply chain are being asked to deliver safe, reliable railways under increasing pressure – tighter budgets, constrained access, workforce challenges and ageing assets –
Digital Twins vs Rail Simulation Software: Which One Actually Helps You Test What-If Scenarios? Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 9, 20260 Rail simulation software has become a more useful planning conversation than digital twin on its own, because for planners the real question is practical. When a package moves, a cost assumption changes or a route team needs to re-sequence work, how do you test the impact before you alter the
Alstom to Maintain SJ’s Swedish Night Train Fleet Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 9, 20260 Alstom has been awarded a two-year contract to provide maintenance services for SJ’s night train fleet in Sweden following a procurement by the Swedish Transport Administration. The agreement covers the maintenance of 87 rail vehicles, comprising 12 locomotives and 75 passenger carriages operating primarily on the Stockholm–Umeå and Stockholm–Narvik routes. Alstom
Who Could Operate California’s High-Speed Trains? Keolis and SNCF Outline Their Role Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 8, 20260 As California explores new delivery models for its high-speed rail network, two of Europe’s largest rail operators have provided further detail on the role they could play in shaping the future operation of the system. Keolis and SNCF Voyageurs have confirmed they will provide operations and maintenance (O&M) expertise as part
The Cost Drivers Behind North America’s Rail Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 7, 20260 The conversation around the rising cost of building rail often centres on inflation, labour shortages and escalating material prices. These pressures are real and urgent, but at this year’s APTA Rail Conference, industry leaders highlighted that they are only part of the story. Indeed, many costs are created long before construction
Transport Secretary to Invoke Japanese Inspiration for HS2 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 6, 20260 Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has expressed ambitions for HS2 to match levels of success previously set by Japan’s Shinkansen network or “bullet trains”. The Transport Secretary recently made a trip to Japan and travelled along the high-speed line from Tokyo to Osaka. Transport Secretary, Heidi Alexander, with the Shinkansen train © Department for
What Progressive Design-Build Really Means. And Why Everyone in Rail Is Talking About It. Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 6, 20260 The Progressive Design-Build (PDB) model reconfigures how an agency structures decision-making, risk, and collaboration across the life of a capital project. Progressive Design-Build is a two-step evolution of traditional design-build. In the first phase, the owner selects a contractor–designer team early, before the design is fully developed. Instead of locking a
MoniRail Wins SME Growth in Rail Award at RIA RISE Awards 2026 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 4, 20260 MoniRail is proud to share that we have been awarded the SME Growth in Rail Award at last week’s Railway Industry Association RISE Awards at the Sheraton Grand, London. MoniRail team celebrating on stage after winning the SME Growth in Rail Award at the RIA RISE Awards 2026 © MoniRail This is a
Stadler Marks 10 Years in the US with Salt Lake City Factory Expansion Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 3, 20260 Swiss rail manufacturer Stadler has marked its 10th anniversary in the US with the opening of an expanded manufacturing facility in Salt Lake City, Utah. This investment increases production capacity and is expected to create up to 300 additional jobs. The expansion adds 245,000 square feet of manufacturing space, bringing the
Navigating Global Talent Acquisition: The Modern Remote Executive Search Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 3, 20260 Remote work has transformed how we do business. When it comes to hiring, there are no borders. Companies can choose leaders from around the globe to guide their organizations. While beneficial, this can also present issues. When faced with so many options, some companies may wonder where to begin. Other companies
TÜV SÜD Accredited as Independent Safety Assessor (ISA) for Railway Systems in Canada Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 3, 20260 Ottawa, Canada. TÜV SÜD has been accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) to carry out Independent Safety Assessments (ISA) for Railway Systems. This makes TÜV SÜD one of the few Type A accredited bodies for Independent Safety Assessments in the railway sector in Canada. The Type A accreditation
US: Construction to Move Forward on Sawtooth Bridges Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 2, 20260 Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT have announced that they will be moving forward with initial construction for the Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project. The project has been given the green light following the receipt of a 133 million USD Federal-State Partnership grant for ‘enabling components’, which are expected to support critical improvements along
CAF Opens New Manchester Maintenance Depot Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 2, 20260 CAF has officially opened a set of brand-new service facilities at Lowry Park, Manchester. The sites, which cover an area of 5,000 m², represent an investment of 10 million GBP, and will host both maintenance and overhaul work on various key components, including wheels and bogies. The facilities will deal with the
Škoda Group to Implement ETCS on New Hybrid RegioJet Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 1, 20260 The Škoda Group has announced that The European Train Control System (ETCS) developed by its Belgian affiliate The Signalling Company (TSC) will be deployed for the first time in 34 new Škoda Group hybrid BEDMU trains destined for operation by RegioJet. This will mark the very-first deployment of this technology in
From Railway History to Rail Renaissance: Baltimore Hosts APTA Rail Conference 2026 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 30, 20260 With the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Rail Conference taking place in Baltimore this week, the industry is looking ahead from a city that helped launch rail transport in the United States. Home to the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad (B&O), the nation’s first common-carrier railroad, Baltimore occupies a unique place in
Air Brakes & Rigging: The Parts That Help Keep Railcars Moving Safely and Reliably Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 30, 20260 Learn how air brakes, brake rigging components, and freight car parts support railcar safety, maintenance efficiency, fleet readiness, and reliable freight operations. Braking Performance Depends on the Right Parts Working Together Every freight railcar relies on a network of mechanical and pneumatic systems to operate safely and reliably. Among the most critical
The Human Factor in Emergency Evacuation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 29, 20260 Human Behaviour Remains the Critical Variable in Rail Emergencies Rail transport systems continue evolving toward increasingly connected and automated operational environments. Modern passenger trains now incorporate integrated communications systems, digital passenger information platforms, predictive diagnostics and electronically controlled infrastructure designed to improve operational efficiency and network visibility. Yet despite these technological
California High-Speed Rail Approves Procurement for Merced–Madera Extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 27, 20260 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has approved the next stage of procurement for a major construction contract covering the Merced to Madera extension. The Authority’s Board of Directors has authorised the release of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a collaborative design-build civil works contract, which will cover grading, structures and