Poland: Power Supply Agreement Signed for Warsaw–Łódź High-Speed Rail Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 21, 20260 Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (CPK) has contracted Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne (PSE) to provide power connections for the high-speed rail line between Warsaw and Łódź, forming part of Poland’s Port Polska investment programme. CPK and PSE will work together to connect traction substations on the route to the national transmission grid. The total value
ATP Completes Federal Environmental Review for Austin Light Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 21, 20260 Austin Transit Partnership (ATP) has completed the federal environmental review for Austin Light Rail Phase I, marking the conclusion of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process and clearing a required step toward securing federal funding and moving into construction. The project formally entered the NEPA process in January 2024. The
Alstom Reports Third-Quarter 2025/26 Results with Record Orders Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 21, 20260 Alstom has published its results for the third quarter of the 2025/26 financial year, covering the period from 1 October to 31 December 2025. The company reported a significant increase in orders, steady sales growth and a confirmed outlook for the full financial year. During the third quarter, Alstom recorded orders of
HS2 Completes Construction of Chiltern Tunnel Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 21, 20260 HS2 Ltd has announced that construction work has now been completed on the line’s longest tunnel, bringing to an end a project that began nearly five years ago. The Chiltern tunnel, which will soon be fitted with tracks and overhead equipment during a later phase of the project, is set to
Zonegreen Cracks Code to Safer Bletchley Depot Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 21, 20260 Staff at Bletchley train maintenance depot near Milton Keynes are benefiting from safer working conditions, thanks to Zonegreen rail safety solutions. The facility, which opened in the autumn after an £80 million redevelopment, is now using Zonegreen Depot Personnel Protection System (DPPS) to automate safety procedures. DPPS has been installed on four
Knorr-Bremse to Supply Systems for Alstom Adessia Stream Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 21, 20260 Knorr-Bremse has been commissioned by Alstom to equip up to 90 of its new Adessia Stream trains with braking and air conditioning systems, as well as automatic front couplings. Destined for use by public transport operators Rhine-Ruhr and go.Rheinland; the 90 new trains are set to enter a trial phase in
Deutsche Bahn Launches Action Programme for German Train Stations Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 21, 20260 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has launched an immediate action programme aimed at improving safety and cleanliness at train stations across Germany, starting with 25 locations nationwide. The initiative was formally presented at Berlin Central Station by DB chief executive Evelyn Palla and Federal Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder. The programme forms part of the
RCRC Awards Contract for Riyadh Metro Red Line Extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 20, 20260 The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) has awarded a contract to design and construct an extension to the Red Line of the Riyadh Metro. The project will add 8.4 kilometres to the existing line and include the construction of five new stations. The extension will run from King Saud University
CRRC’s Type-C Train Achieves 4+4 Coupled Operation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 20, 20260 China’s very-first regional Type-C train has achieved 4+4 coupled operation on the Shanghai Suburban Railway Airport Link Line. The line, which has now entered a new phase of coordinated action with three formations (four-car, eight-car, and 4+4 coupled sets), is aiming to allow more flexible capacity allocation in order to meet
REM Completes Test Run on Line to Montréal-Trudeau International Airport Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 20, 20260 The Réseau express métropolitain (REM) has operated for the first time on the new airport branch to Montréal-Trudeau International Airport. The run marks the start of track and communications system validation on the final segment of the network. The REM is a large-scale automated light rail network being built to serve
Rail Freight Group Appeals to Government to Amend Railways Bill Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 20, 20260 The Rail Freight Group has called on the Government to amend the upcoming Railways Bill 2025 in order to strengthen the independent appeals function for rail freight. Entering the Commons Committee stage this week, the bill will see the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) stripped of its role to award
DB Cargo UK to Supply 25 Locomotives to Grup Feroviar Roman Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 20, 20260 DB Cargo UK has agreed the sale of 25 of its Class 66 locomotives to Grup Feroviar Roman (GFR), Romania’s largest private railway company. The multi-million GBP deal will see the first Class 66 (66014) leave the DB Cargo UK traction maintenance depot in Nottinghamshire at the end of January, with
Amtrak Announces $250 USA Rail Pass Adventure Awaits Sale Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 19, 20260 Amtrak has announced its latest discount offering, the ‘Adventure Awaits Sale’, which offers a 249 USD discount on its USA Rail Pass, enabling coast-to-coast, multi-stop journeys to over 500 destinations for 250 USD. Available for tickets booked from Wednesday 14 through to Tuesday 20 January; the passes, which are valid for
Alto Launches Public Consultations for Canada’s High-Speed Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 19, 20260 Alto has announced the start of a public consultation programme for its proposed high-speed rail network in Canada. The consultations will run from 21 January to March 2026 and include over 20 in-person sessions across communities between Toronto and Quebec City, alongside eight virtual sessions and a dedicated online information platform. The
Eurotunnel Begins First Phase of Channel Tunnel Signalling Upgrade Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 19, 20260 Eurotunnel has launched the first phase of a project to modernise rail signalling in the Channel Tunnel, working with Compagnie des Signaux – CSEE, part of the MERMEC Group. The project forms part of a wider programme to update the Channel Tunnel’s signalling system and improve interoperability with newer generations of
Saudi Arabia Railways Opens Bidding for New Passenger Trains on Northern Route Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 19, 20260 Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has launched a public tender for the manufacture of ten new passenger trains for its Northern Network. The initiative forms part of the company’s ongoing programme to develop the rail transport system and improve the efficiency of passenger services, in line with the National Transport and Logistics
CRRC Fuxing EMU Completes First Bidirectional Departures Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 19, 20260 CRRC has announced that its CR400BF-Z Fuxing intelligent EMU trains have made their first inaugural bidirectional departures from Xi’an North Station and Yan’an Station. The journey marked the official opening of the Xi’an-Yan’an high-speed railway, which aims to reduce the commuting time between the two cities to 68 minutes – ushering
Alstom to Provide 15 Additional Avelia Horizon Trains to SNCF Voyageurs Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 19, 20260 SNCF Voyageurs’ Board of Directors has approved an additional order for a set of 15 new-generation Avelia Horizon very high-speed trains (known in France as TGV) from Alstom. The order is worth 600 million EUR, with deliveries expected to commence in 2029. The trains are expected to be delivered starting in 2029 ©
Vande Bharat Express Expands Role in India’s Inter-City Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 19, 20260 Indian Railways continues to expand the Vande Bharat Express network as part of its wider effort to modernise inter-city rail travel. 164 Vande Bharat services are currently operational nationwide, covering 274 districts and carrying more than 75 million passengers since its launch in 2019. Introduced as India’s first indigenously designed semi-high-speed trainset,
With Norsonic Brechbühl, imc Expands in Switzerland Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 19, 20260 imc Test & Measurement is pleased to announce that test and measurement company Norsonic Brechbühl is now our official partner in Switzerland. Founded in 1990, Norsonic Brechbühl has over 30 years of experience in engineering applications. The company is committed to providing customers with high-quality, practical, and intelligent measurement solutions. It
Designing A Rail Data Architecture For Actionable Site Intelligence Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 19, 20260 Across the rail industry there is growing focus on using data to make better decisions about maintenance, renewals and upgrades. The most reliable picture of the network still comes from structured site assessments, inspections and surveys. Those visits to trackside, stations and depots are where engineers record what is really
Amtrak’s Portal North Bridge Enters Final Phase of Construction Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20260 Amtrak has announced plans for critical work to ‘cutover’, or, transfer one track of rail service from Portal Bridge in Kearny, New Jersey, to the new Portal North Bridge over the Hackensack River. The work has been deemed essential by Amtrak, who believes it will advance long-term reliability and capacity improvements
Launching a ‘Rail School of Excellence’ Training Facility at Highpoint Prison Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20260 Mosdorfer Rail is proud to have played a pivotal role in a pioneering rehabilitation initiative at HMP Highpoint Prison by supplying our advanced Tensorex C+ automatic tensioning system. This landmark project, led by Keltbray Infrastructure Services Limited (KISL), represents a major step forward in both offender rehabilitation and addressing critical
Canada: 55 New Subway Trains Ordered for Toronto’s Line 2 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20260 The Government of Canada has confirmed its first investment under the new Buy Canadian Policy, with funds allocated to the purchase of 55 Alstom subway trains for Toronto’s Line 2. The federal government will contribute 950.9 million CAD to the project, an increase from the previously planned 758 million CAD, matched
Northern Powerhouse Rail Returns – The Rail Industry Reacts Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20260 Earlier this week; the Government announced new plans to construct a new rail route between Liverpool and Manchester, effectively reviving the long-dormant Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) project. The new route, which will run services via Manchester Airport and Warrington; will form part of the first phase of the project, which will
Siemens and Stadler to Supply Fully Automated S-Tog Trains in Copenhagen Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20260 DSB has contracted a consortium made up of Siemens Mobility and Stadler Rail to deliver at least 226 fully automated S-tog trains for Copenhagen’s rail network. The contract covers the supply and maintenance of the new electric train sets, with the first trains expected to enter service in 2032. The project
TÜV SÜD Supports Deutsche Bahn Suppliers with Sustainability Assessments Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20260 Sustainability is a must Munich. Since 2026, Deutsche Bahn requires all tenders exceeding €100,000 to submit a recognised sustainability assessment with defined minimum requirements. Without this assessment, suppliers can no longer participate in tenders. TÜV SÜD is a recognised partner of Deutsche Bahn for supplier assessments. The mandatory sustainability assessment is an
Deutsche Bahn Offers Free Travel with Gold German Wins Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20260 Deutsche Bahn has announced a brand new promotional BahnCard – BahnCard Gold. With the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics fast approaching; this new loyalty scheme offers free travel on all Deutsche Bahn long-distance trains on the day following a gold medal win by Germany. The promotional card is available now © Deutsche Bahn Available from
CAF to Supply 10 Additional Régiolis Trains to SNCF Voyageurs Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20260 CAF is set supply an additional set of ten Régiolis regional trains to SNCF Voyageurs for operation in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in southwestern France. The order has been valued at around 80 million EUR, and will see the design and assembly of all units carried out at CAF’s Reichshoffen plant whilst
Singapore’s LTA Awards First Tunnelling Contract for Downtown Line 2 Extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20260 Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA) has awarded the first civil engineering contract for the Downtown Line 2 Extension (DTL2e), marking the start of major construction activity on the project. The contract, valued at approximately 326 million SGD, covers the design and construction of tunnels between the future DE1 station and the
Sydney Metro Train Completes Inaugural Journey on M1 Extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20260 Sydney Metro has celebrated the completion of the first trip along the entire length of the M1 Metro North West & Bankstown Line from Tallawong to Bankstown. The inaugural journey saw a Metro train stop at all 31 stations on the 66-kilometre route, hitting speeds of 100 km/h on the new section
Stadler Conducts Acoustic Vehicle Testing Using imc Measurement Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20260 Berlin (Germany), January 14, 2026 – Acoustic measurements play a key role in the approval process and passenger comfort assessment of modern rail vehicles. Stadler Rail has recently carried out acoustic tests on its vehicles at its test center, using data acquisition technology from imc Test & Measurement in combination
California Directs $202 Million Towards Lower-Emission Rail and Transit Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 15, 20260 California is investing 202 million USD in rail and public transport projects aimed at reducing emissions and improving mobility in communities most affected by air pollution. The funding has been awarded to 143 local projects through the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP), which forms part of the state’s California Climate
Services Resume on West Coast Main Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 15, 20260 The West Coast Main Line has officially reopened following the completion of multiple journey improvement projects carried out since the start of 2026. Passenger services along the northern half of Britain’s mixed-use passenger and freight route resumed today (15 January) after 14 days of essential upgrades, the biggest of all being
Greater Manchester Leaders Welcome Northern Powerhouse Rail Revival Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 15, 20260 A number of Greater Manchester’s leaders have expressed satisfaction at the government’s plans for the delivery of Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR). The plan, which amongst other improvements will see a new rail route constructed between Manchester and Liverpool, is set to strengthen connections between the aforementioned cities, alongside Leeds, Bradford, Sheffield,
Alstom Completes Delivery of Light Rail Vehicles to Toronto Transit Commission Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 15, 20260 Alstom has delivered the final vehicle from a 60-car order of Flexity light rail vehicles to the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), completing a contract signed in 2021. The fleet was delivered progressively between November 2023 and the end of 2025 and has entered passenger service across Toronto’s streetcar network. Flexity tram for
Mobile Coverage Expands Across London Underground Stations and Tunnels Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 15, 20260 More stations and tunnels within London’s Underground network now have access to 4G and 5G mobile services, following further progress by Transport for London (TfL) and Boldyn Networks. Coverage has recently gone live at stations including Euston Square, Cannon Street and Battersea Power Station. Alongside the completed Elizabeth line, 62 of
Germany: Alstom to Deliver 26 Additional Coradia Max Trains to SFBW Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 15, 20260 Alstom has been awarded a contract for the delivery of 26 additional Coradia Max double-decker trains to the Landesanstalt Schienenfahrzeuge Baden-Württemberg (SFBW). The order, which has been valued at around 500 million EUR, also includes a maintenance agreement for the vehicles through to the end of 2055. The contract has been valued
Brightline Announces Leadership Changes for Next Growth Phase Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 Brightline Holdings LLC has announced a series of leadership appointments as the company prepares for its next stage of development across its passenger rail operations in the US Nicolas Petrovic has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 2026. He succeeds Michael Reininger, who previously led the company between 2012
UK: Coventry to Trial Very Light Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 Coventry City Council has approved a new demonstrator line for Coventry University’s Coventry Very Light Rail (CVLR) network in a bid to showcase the potential benefits of the technology. An initial 800-metre-long section is set to run from Coventry Railway Station to Coventry University’s Technology Park, with a new service area
Frauscher Announces Leadership Transition Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 Mayank Tripathi Assumes Role as Vice President & General Manager Following Michael Thiel’s 15-Year Tenure St. Marienkirchen, 14 January 2026 – Frauscher Sensor Technology announced today that Mayank Tripathi has assumed the position of Vice President & General Manager, effective 1 January 2026. Michael Thiel concluded his remarkable 15-year tenure as Frauscher
The 3rd Generation of ROSPECT by ROBEL Rail Automation Marks a New Era in Track Geometry Measurement Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 The third generation of ROSPECT by ROBEL represents a significant milestone in the evolution of track geometry measurement and marks the beginning of a new era for modern rail maintenance. Designed to meet the increasing demands for precision, efficiency, and digital connectivity, the latest ROSPECT generation combines innovative hardware with intelligent
Secure Ramp Storage for Every Station Layout Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 Simple, Smart Storage Solutions Portaramp are supporting rail operators worldwide with highquality portable ramps alongside our comprehensive suite of secure storage solutions which ensure ramps are easy to locate, and ready for rapid deployment, and safely secured when not in use. Portaramp’s Rail Ramps play a vital role in enabling safe, dignified
PANYNJ Begins Guideway Construction on AirTrain Newark Replacement Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) has begun the next phase of its 3.5 billion USD AirTrain Newark replacement project, with construction starting this month on the guideway and track structure between the Newark Liberty International Airport Rail Station and the P4 station. The new automated AirTrain
UK: Work to Resume on White Rose Rail Station Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 Work is set to resume on the part-finished White Rose rail station following the resolution of legacy issues by the combined efforts of both the rail industry and West Yorkshire Combined Authority. Announced by Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin; work will now resume on the construction of highways and access
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner to Add Daily Los Angeles–San Diego Roundtrip Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 A new daily Amtrak Pacific Surfliner roundtrip between Los Angeles and San Diego will be introduced from 26 January 2026, increasing service frequency along Southern California’s main intercity rail corridor. The Los Angeles–San Diego–San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor Agency announced that the additional service will bring the total number of
Landslide Detection – Urgent Safety Advice Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 A recent landslide in the UK caused a passenger train to derail, despite local earthworks having remote monitoring fitted to detect potential landslides. Fortunately, despite the train derailing at over 80mph, it remained upright and no-one was seriously injured. The Railway Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) commenced an independent accident investigation, and have
Siemens Mobility Appoints Aglaja Schneider as New Joint CEO Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 Siemens Mobility has appointed Aglaja Schneider as its new Joint Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director for Rolling Stock and Customer Services for its business in the UK & Ireland. Schneider assumed her position on 1 January, and succeeds Sambit Banerjee, who is retiring after a 30-year career with the company. Schneider’s
Government Announces New Rail Route Between Liverpool and Manchester Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced Government plans to construct a new rail route between Liverpool and Manchester, marking a key milestone in the establishment of the Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) project. Running via Manchester Airport and Warrington; the new route will form part of the first phase of the
Alstom Wins Five-Year Maintenance Contract for WAG-12B Locomotives in India Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20260 Alstom has secured a five-year maintenance services contract for WAG-12B electric freight locomotives through its joint venture with Indian Railways, Madhepura Electric Locomotive Private Limited (MELPL). The 62 million EUR agreement, awarded by Indian Railways, covers the maintenance of 300 WAG-12B locomotives at the Sabarmati locomotive depot. These units form part
NJ TRANSIT Outlines Ongoing River LINE Upgrades Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 13, 20260 NJ TRANSIT has announced a series of ongoing upgrades to the River LINE as it progresses towards taking full responsibility for operations and maintenance from Alstom. The improvements form part of a broader transition programme intended to strengthen reliability, customer communications and the overall travel experience. NJ TRANSIT President and Chief Executive
Network Rail Releases Fly-Through of Liverpool Street Station Upgrade Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 13, 20260 Network Rail has released a fly-through video of its plans to transform London Liverpool Street into a modern, all-encompassing transport hub. Following almost 2,000 individual comments on a public consultation regarding the plans; the proposals have thus far attracted significant public support, with over 1,000 people registering their backing on the
Ontario Marks Arrival of First Northlander Train Ahead of Service Restoration Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 13, 20260 The Ontario government has confirmed the arrival of the first of three new Northlander trainsets as part of plans to restore passenger rail services between Timmins and Toronto later this year. The Northlander service is set to cover 740 kilometres with 16 stops, including a connection to Cochrane. Full passenger service
Alstom Completes Latest Stage of Cambridge Resignalling Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 13, 20260 Alstom has announced the delivery of Stage 2 of the Cambridge Resignalling, Relock and Recontrol (C3R) project, marking a major milestone in the modernisation of the region’s railway infrastructure. Delivery of the 130 million GBP project, which was awarded to Alstom in 2022, was predominately carried out over the Christmas period;
Siemens Vectron Dual Mode Authorised for Services Between Germany & Austria Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 13, 20260 Siemens Mobility’s Vectron Dual Mode locomotive has received full authorisation for to operate cross-border services between Germany and Austria. The first two locomotives with dual authorisation for both countries have now been handed over to Austrian rail operator Stern & Hafferl Verkehr. The locomotive has received full authorisation to operate between Germany
New Chairs of Network Rail & DFTO Appointed Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 12, 20260 A set of two new rail leaders have been appointed to oversee the United Kingdom’s railway as the industry prepares for one of the biggest changes in its history. Richard George and Sir Andrew Haines have officially been appointed as the new Chair of Network Rail and Chair of Department for
Delivering the Digital Railway: Coordinating Routes and Renewals Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 12, 20260 The introduction of the European Train Control System (ETCS) represents a significant step towards a safer, more efficient and digital railway. But the true challenge lies not in the technology itse. It lies in ensuring that routes, renewals, and rolling stock are ready when they need to be. Rolling out ETCS
Stadler to Modernise Swiss Thurbo Trains for Operation in Hungary Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 12, 20260 Stadler has been contracted to modernise 93 GTW multiple-unit trains currently operated by the Swiss regional railway company Thurbo and sell them to Hungarian State Railways (MÁV). Under the agreement, the trains will be refurbished and adapted for use on the Hungarian rail network, providing additional passenger capacity and extending the
Evolving Infrastructure: Trends Defining the Next Era of Digital Transformation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 12, 20260 By Mick Mohan, Group Engineering Director at Telent Digital transformation has become an established part of how infrastructure is operated and maintained. Transport networks, utilities, and vital communication systems increasingly depend on digital tools to support reliability and improved performance. As digital initiatives become more embedded, the conversation has changed. There is
WIKOV GROUP A New Phase of Growth and Strengthening of International Presence Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 12, 20260 At the turn of 2025 and 2026, the Wikov Group is undergoing a significant period of change, which together creates a solid foundation for its further development. These steps affect both the structure and name of the parent company, as well as the strengthening of its international presence and changes in the
PESA Bydgoszcz Officially Acquires HeiterBlick Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 12, 20260 Poland’s largest rail vehicle manufacturer, PESA Bydgoszcz SA, has officially finalised the acquisition of all shares of German tram manufacturer HeiterBlick GmbH. The acquisition will see the creation of a new European train hub, which will endeavour to offer new urban rail vehicles to carriers across Europe, as well as strengthen
Alstom’s Belfort Site to Hold Open House for Boilermakers & Welders Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 12, 20260 Alstom has announced an open house at its Belfort site on Saturday 31 January for any candidates interested in applying for the position of boilermaker or welder. The occasion will see the site showcase teams, projects, processes and products, with welders having until 23 January to register for the event. The first
EAO wins the Good Design Award 2025! Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 12, 20260 The flexible seat reservation system has been honoured with the prestigious Good Design Award. Olten, Switzerland, January 2026 – EAO, the expert partner for reliable, intuitive and innovative HMI Solutions, has won this year & Good Design Award 2025 in the ‘Transportation’ category with its particularly flexible and efficient seat reservation
The Parts that Make or Break Heavy-Haul Performance Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 10, 20260 Heavy-haul rail demands higher standards. Learn how component quality, fatigue life, and proactive maintenance reduce failures and lower lifecycle cost per mile. The Cost of Compromise The world’s heaviest commodities, including coal, iron ore, and specialized goods, rely on heavy-haul rail operations. But viewing these fleets the same as standard freight is
Portable Rail Ramps That Meet Modern Accessibility Expectations Worldwide Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 9, 20260 Portaramp design and manufacture portable Rail Ramps that help rail networks deliver reliable, dignified access for passengers with reduced mobility. These ramps do more than simply bridge a gap; they are engineered to be safe, reliable, and practical for operators and passengers across the globe. Aluminium composite design Portaramp Rail Ramps are
Risk Analysis In Project Management Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 9, 20260 When you are looking to progress with a project, one of the more important things to look at is the risk. This could be the risk of of completing on time, within budget or having all of the materials available. This is called the risk analysis (or risk management) part
Hitachi Rail to Supply Ticketing System for Île-de-France Mobilités’ Cable 1 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 9, 20260 Hitachi Rail is set to provide the entire ticketing system for Île-de-France Mobilités’ new Cable 1 light rail line, the first urban cable car in its system. The company will work with EASIER to provide the overall system, with the latter set to supply around 60 access gates spread across the
RSSB Appoints First Independent Chair of Industry Leadership Group Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 9, 20260 The Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) has announced the appointment of Professor Clive Roberts, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Science at Durham University, as the independent chair of its newly established Industry Leadership Group (ILG). Roberts has been appointed as the Industry Leadership Group’s first Independent Chair © Rail Safety
Railway Association of Canada Releases Rail Trends 2025 Review Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 9, 20260 The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) has released Rail Trends 2025, a 10-year review of financial and statistical results for the Canadian railway industry. Now in its 33rd edition; the Rail Trends report comprises rail data up to 31 December 2024 and includes data reported by RAC member companies, Class 1
Maryland Introduces New Hitachi Subway Cars into Passenger Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 9, 20260 The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) has introduced a set of six new Hitachi-built subway cars into passenger service. A ceremony was held at Johns Hopkins Metro Subway Station to commemorate the occasion, which saw the attendance of State and local leaders, including MDOT Acting Secretary Kathryn
ÖBB Rail Cargo Launches New European TransFER Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 9, 20260 ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) has announced the launch of two brand-new TransFER services for wagonloads between Austria, Germany, and the Netherlands, as well as an expansion of its intermodal services with new routes to Romania. The new TransFER Duisburg–Rotterdam and TransFER Salzburg–Offenbach services will expand the operator’s network for wagonloads
Network Rail Completes Signalling Overhaul in Carlisle Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 9, 20260 Network Rail has celebrated the completion of an overhaul of the West Coast Main Line’s signalling system in Carlisle. The project saw Network Rail invest 61 million GBP into the Kingmoor resignalling project in order to modernise 1960s systems and install new technology. Work on the project first began in April 2025 ©
Join us at RailTech Europe 2026 in Utrecht Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 8, 20260 Althen Sensors & Controls will be exhibiting at RailTech Exhibition 2026 in Utrecht. Please visit our stand and discover all our fully integrated and solitary railway measurement systems and tools for rail applications designed for accurate and reliable measurements. Date: Wednesday 4 March, and Thursday 5 MarchLocation: Koninklijke Jaarbeurs beurs- en
California High-Speed Rail Authority Drops Legal Challenge Over Withdrawn Federal Funding Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 8, 20260 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has voluntarily dismissed its legal challenge to the termination of federal grant funding for the state’s high-speed rail programme, according to court records filed on 23 December 2025. The action had been brought against the US Department of Transportation and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) after
Great British Railways: Reform at Last, or Uncertainty by Design? Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 8, 20260 After more than 30 years without major railway legislation, the UK Government’s Railways Bill promises to fix the UK’s fragmented system. At the heart of the reform is Great British Railways (GBR), a single public body intended to bring track and train together, end the culture of blame and give
Porterbrook to Acquire Fleet of 404 Units from Corelink Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 8, 20260 Porterbrook has finalised a deal to acquire a fleet of 404 vehicles from Corelink Rail Infrastructure Limited. The fleet, which consists of 324 Class 730 Aventra electric and 80 Class 196 diesel units, are currently operated by West Midland Trains (WMT), and serve passengers on a number of regional and long-distance
Hitachi Rail Metro Cars Begin Service on Baltimore’s Metro Subway Link Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 8, 20260 Hitachi Rail has announced the start of revenue service for its new metro cars on the Maryland Transit Administration’s (MTA) Baltimore Metro Subway Link. The project, initially contracted in 2017, replaces and upgrades the city’s heavy rail rolling stock and rail control systems, which were last updated in 1983. This marks the
European Union Pledges €175 Million in Funding for Bar-Golubovci Railway Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 8, 20260 The European Union has announced a 175.6 million EUR financial package for the reconstruction of 39km of the Bar–Golubovci railway line – a critical portion of Rail Route 4 on the extended TEN-T Core Network. Connecting Belgrade to the Port of Bar, the corridor links Montenegro and the Western Balkans with
LTA Singapore Awards Contract for NS3A Station and Viaduct on North-South Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 8, 20260 The Land Transport Authority (LTA) of Singapore has awarded the civil contract for the design and construction of the NS3A station and viaduct on the North-South Line (NSL) to Obayashi Corporation. The contract is valued at approximately 281 million SGD (219 million USD). Construction is scheduled to begin in the first
Works Begin to Safeguard Folkestone Warren Rail Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 8, 20260 Works have begun to safeguard the South Eastern Railway line through Folkestone Warren, with the railway set to remain open to passengers whilst essential improvements are carried out. The essential works will see a temporary closure of both the Western beach and walkway in order to allow the project to proceed
Japan: Kishi Station Names Yontama as 3rd Feline Stationmaster Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 7, 20260 Continuing an almost twenty-year long tradition; a local railway station in Japan has appointed a calico cat, Yontama, as its third feline stationmaster. Yontama was officially sworn in during a ceremony at Kishi Station on Wakayama Electric Railway Co.’s Kishigawa Line. He succeeds his predecessor, Nitama, who passed away in November
The Complete Guide to Latch Types Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 7, 20260 Managing enclosure access is a design consideration that must be taken into account during the product development process. Granting or preventing access to an enclosure can be accomplished in multiple ways. Typically, two surfaces, like a panel and frame, are joined together with a latching or locking mechanism to separate
US: Wabtec to Deliver Additional R255 Locomotives for MTA Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 7, 20260 Wabtec has been awarded a 386 million USD follow-on order for the delivery of a number of additional R255 hybrid-diesel work locomotives for the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). The order forms a key part of the MTA’s Capital Plan to both revitalise the city’s transport network and improve the
Telent to Provide Support & Maintenance for Northern Station Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 7, 20260 Telent has been awarded a new, three-year contract to deliver both specialist support and maintenance services to Northern Train Limited’s (NTL) station network. The agreement will render Telent responsible for the maintenance of more than 12,000 critical Station Information and Security Systems (SISS) assets, including CCTV, Customer Information Screens (CIS), Public
Network Rail Completes Infrastructure Works Across Kent, Sussex and South London Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 7, 20260 Network Rail has celebrated the completion of a number of key infrastructure upgrades across Kent, Sussex and south London – all of which were finalised over the festive period. Works were carried out over a period of 12 days, and included the refurbishment of track and equipment at switches and crossing/points
Alstom Completes £49 Million Signalling Upgrade on Portsmouth Direct Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 7, 20260 Alstom has announced the successful delivery of new signalling, first-of-type level crossings and a wealth of other assets on the Portsmouth Direct line, which runs between Farncombe in Surrey and Petersfield in Hampshire. The 49 million GBP project has seen the upgrade of a section of UK railway first built over
Amtrak Announces Big City Savings 30% Off Sale Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 6, 20260 Amtrak has announced a new sale offering up to 30% off regularly priced adult fares on any Coach Class ticket on trains travelling between Boston and Washington DC. The sale, which is now live, runs until 09 January, and is valid for journeys booked to take place between 20 January and
US: Metro Transit to Introduce New Siemens LRVs on MetroLink Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 6, 20260 Metro Transit has announced an upgrade programme to replace 55 of its current Saint Louis MetroLink units with a set of new, state-of-the-art Siemens light rail vehicles (LRVs). Delivery of the LRVs, which are now in the design phase at Siemens’ facility in Sacramento, California, is planned to be completed in
South Korea Develops 370 km/h High-Speed Train Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 6, 20260 South Korea has completed the development of core technologies for a next-generation high-speed train, designed for commercial operating speeds of 370 km/h, according to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT). The train, known as EMU-370, has a design top speed of 407 km/h and has been developed through a
Discounts Now Live on Millions of Rail Fares Across the UK Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 6, 20260 The Great British Rail Sale has officially returned, with more than three million fares now receiving discounts on journeys spanning the entirety of England, Scotland and Wales. Set to run from 06–12 January; the sale offers discounted fares on journeys booked between 13 January–25 March 2026. The sale will run from 06–12
The First 100 Days at the Top: A Strategic Onboarding Plan for an Externally Hired CEO Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 6, 20260 So, you just hired a CEO, someone who is completely new to the company. You want them to achieve early wins, build stakeholder trust, and integrate into your company culture. What can you do to support those goals? This article offers recommendations for the new CEO’s early wins. Promote Clarity and Alignment Your
Network Rail Completes £7 Million Freight Improvement Works in Scotland Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 6, 20260 Network Rail has announced the completion of 7 million GBP worth of rail improvements in North Lanarkshire, with works set to strengthen one of Scotland’s most crucial freight corridors. Mossend acts as a vital hub for moving goods across the country, and is home to a set of three major freight
UK: DfT Operator Appoints Chief Information Officer Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 5, 20260 Mark Robinson has officially been appointed as Chief Information Officer (CIO) of DfT Operator (DFTO) – the government body responsible for bringing all privately-owned train operators into public ownership in Great Britain. Robinson will handle the lead of DFTO’s digital, data and cybersecurity strategy, as well as provide a strategic overview
Stadler to Deliver Five FLIRT Trains to the Netherlands Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 5, 20260 Stadler and Arriva Nederland have announced the signing of a new contract for the delivery of five FLIRT trains, which will be deployed on the Vechtdallijnen in the Dutch provinces of Overijssel and Drenthe. Once operational; the five four-car FLIRT vehicles will expand Arriva’s current Stadler fleet, which, thus far, consists
Four Major Contracts Awarded to Progress Sydney Metro West Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 5, 20260 Sydney Metro has awarded a set of four large contracts to companies aiding in the development of the city’s Sydney Metro West project. The four contracts concern the delivery of track, installation of rail systems, construction of maintenance facilities, design, rolling stock and more. Four major contracts have now been awarded development
CAF-Led Consortium Secures Contract for Naples Automated Metro Line 10 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 5, 20260 A consortium led by Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF) has been awarded a comprehensive project contract for Lot 2 of the new Naples Metro Line 10, the city’s first fully automated metro line. The contract has been awarded by Ente Autonomo Volturno (EAV), the public transport operator for Italy’s Campania
Michael Fischer Joins Bender’s Management Team Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 5, 20260 Michael Fischer took up the position of Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Bender on 1 January 2026. Together with Michael Breuer (CEO), he will form the company’s two-person management team. Michael Fischer has been responsible for R&D at Bender since 1 September 2024 and has driven forward significant structural and organisational
From Data to Decisions: How Predictive Maintenance is Redefining Railcar Lifecycle Management Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 5, 20260 Predictive maintenance is transforming rail operations by using data to reduce downtime, extend component life, and lower lifecycle costs. A New Era of Maintenance Strategy Rail operations have historically relied on scheduled inspections and reactive repairs. Today, however, we are at a pivotal moment. Fleets are generating unprecedented amounts of data via
China: GoA4 Automated Metro Lines Enter Service in Chengdu Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 5, 20260 Two new smart metro lines have entered passenger service in Chengdu, with the introduction of GoA4 fully automated trains on Chengdu Metro Line 13 Phase I and Line 30 Phase I. The trains have been developed by CRRC. Their deployment represents a further step in the adoption of automated metro operations
Siemens Inaugurates Denmark’s First Battery-Powered Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 5, 20260 Last month; Siemens Mobility and Danish operator Midtjyske Jernbaner celebrated the inauguration of the country’s very first battery-powered trains. A fleet of seven Mireo Plus B trains have now entered service on the Holstebro-Skjern and Vemb-Lemvig-Thyborøn lines, replacing the old diesel fleet. The trains were officially inaugurated on 19 December 2025 © Siemens