Greater Manchester to Introduce Simplified Fare Scheme Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 6, 20250 New rail fares are set to be introduced in Greater Manchester this December as part of the first wave of the UK Government’s fare transformation. From Sunday 7 December; passengers travelling throughout the city-region on the day will be offered either an Anytime or an Off-peak ticket, reducing the number of
Great British Railways Advances with Landmark Railways Bill Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 5, 20250 The UK government is introducing legislation to create Great British Railways (GBR), a new publicly owned organisation intended to simplify the management of Britain’s rail system and “place passengers before profits.” The Railways Bill, laid before Parliament on 5 November, will merge responsibility for track and train operations under a single
Cyprus Railways Consortium Calls for Island-Wide Rail Plan Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 5, 20250 The Cyprus Railways Consortium (CRC) has urged the Cypriot government to adopt an island-wide approach to railway development. This follows recent comments from the Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Alexis Vafeades, on a proposed link between Larnaca, Limassol and Nicosia. The CRC is a group of international railway manufacturers, funders,
California Passenger Rail Enters New Phase with Gold Runner Rebrand Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 4, 20250 The San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority (SJJPA) has rebranded the Amtrak San Joaquins service to Gold Runner, effective 3 November 2025. The change marks a new phase in the development of California’s intercity passenger rail and bus services, with a brand that reflects the state’s history and its forward-looking transport ambitions. Amtrak
UK: Passenger Journeys Increase by 7% in Q2 2025 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 4, 20250 The Office of Road and Rail (ORR) has published new statistics regarding the use of Great Britain’s network between April and June 2025 (Q2). The report analyses the volume of passenger journeys, kilometres and revenue across the mainline rail network, with new reports released quarterly. Passenger journeys have increased by 7% when
Transport Secretary Issues Statement on Knife Attack Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 3, 20250 Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has released a statement following a knife attack on an 18:25 LNER service from Doncaster to London Kings Cross this past Saturday. The mass stabbing left 10 people wounded, with nine suffering life-threatening injuries. Two suspects were arrested on the scene. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said:My thoughts are
Avanti West Coast Confirms Train Derailment in Cumbria Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 3, 20250 Rail services between England and Scotland are facing major disruption after an Avanti West Coast train derailed early this morning near Shap in Cumbria. The incident involved the 04:28 Avanti West Coast service from Glasgow to London Euston, which was reported to have derailed at around 06:10. Emergency services are attending
Federal Funding Secured for Massachusetts West-East Rail Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 29, 20250 The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has secured 3.5 million USD in federal funding to support the next phase of plans for West-East Rail, a proposed passenger service linking Boston and Albany, New York. The award comes through the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Corridor Identification and Development Programme (Corridor ID). The money
California: US DOT Withdraws Funding for Four Additional Rail Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 27, 20250 US Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced that the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) will withdraw federal funding for four projects linked to California’s High-Speed Rail programme. The decision affects a total of approximately 175 million USD in planned federal support. The California High-Speed Rail Authority is currently working to extend
DB and PKP to Expand Cross-Border Rail Services Between Germany and Poland Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 27, 20250 From mid-December 2025, Deutsche Bahn (DB) and PKP Intercity (PKP) are expanding their joint long-distance rail services, increasing the number of direct daily connections between Germany and Poland by more than 50 percent. Starting on 14 December, 17 daily train pairs will operate across the border, up from the current 11.
TfL Encourages Headphone Use in New Ad Campaign Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 27, 20250 Transport for London (TfL) has launched a new campaign encouraging passengers to be considerate to others around them when using personal devices to play content. The new campaign, which comes as new TfL research shows that 70% of 1,000 surveyed customers stated they find loud music and speaker phone calls a
Stadler Reports Higher Revenue and Profitability in First Half of 2025 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 27, 20250 Stadler has reported growth in both revenue and earnings for the first half of 2025, despite ongoing challenges caused by supply chain disruptions and economic challenges in parts of Europe. Revenue for the six months to June reached 1.4 billion CHF, compared with 1.3 billion CHF in the same period of
VIA Rail Canada Launches Flash Sale with $35 Rail Fares Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 26, 20250 VIA Rail Canada has launched a three-day flash sale, featuring discounted fares across the Québec City–Windsor corridor and on select regional and long-distance routes. The promotion is running from 26 August to 28 August 2025. Escape Fares from $35 Economy class passengers can take advantage of Escape fares starting at 35 CAD on
Amtrak’s New Mardi Gras Route Completes First Full Week of Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 26, 20250 Last week, on 18 August, Amtrak officially launched its Mardi Gras Service, reconnecting New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama. This twice-daily service marks the first passenger rail route along the Gulf Coast in nearly two decades. The new line revives a corridor dormant since Hurricane Katrina halted service in 2005. The new Amtrak
Stadler Orders Rolls-Royce Engines for Saudi Arabia’s High-Speed Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 22, 20250 Stadler has ordered 50 mtu Series 4000 engines from Rolls-Royce for its new high-speed trains in Saudi Arabia. The trains will enter service on the Dammam–Riyadh route, where they will run at speeds of up to 200 km/h. The order covers ten trains, each powered by four mtu 12V 4000 R64 engines,
Texas Commission Approves $3.5 Million for Heartland Flyer Amtrak Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 22, 20250 The Texas Transportation Commission has approved the use of 3.5 million USD to maintain the operation of the Heartland Flyer Amtrak service between Fort Worth and Oklahoma City. The decision confirms the Regional Transportation Council’s (RTC) action in July to allocate regional revenue for Texas’ share of the line’s costs. Heartland Flyer ©
TfW Announces £1 Rail Fare Promotion for PAYG Customers in South East Wales Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 20, 20250 Transport for Wales (TfW) has announced that customers will be able to travel through any of its 95 South East Wales Pay As You Go (PAYG) rail stations for 1 GBP this summer. The promotion, which is limited to single journeys taking place between 19 and 28 August, includes rail services
DB Announces 20% Flash Sale on Saver Fares for Tuesdays and Wednesdays Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 20, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced a 20% discount on all saver fares for journeys taken on Tuesdays and Wednesdays through to 10 December. The additional discount can be applied to all domestic German Super Saver and Saver Fare tickets, with travellers with a BahnCard 25 or 50 still eligible for their
Sydney Metro City Marks First Year of Passenger Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 19, 20250 Sydney Metro has marked the first anniversary of services on its City section, reporting strong passenger uptake and measurable changes in travel patterns across the metropolitan network. Between August 2024 and July 2025, more than 66.8 million passenger journeys were made on the M1 Northwest & Bankstown Line, which now runs
Deutsche Bahn CEO Richard Lutz to Step Down Early Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 18, 20250 Deutsche Bahn AG (DB) has confirmed that Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr Richard Lutz will leave his post earlier than planned, following an agreement with the German government and the company’s supervisory board. Federal Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder, Werner Gatzer, chairman of DB’s supervisory board, and Dr Lutz have agreed to
Amtrak Announces National Fall Flash Sale with Discounted Fares Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 15, 20250 Amtrak has launched a week-long sale offering up to 25% off regular Coach Class fares across most of its national network. The promotion is available for tickets booked between Thursday 14 August and Wednesday 20 August 2025, for travel from Wednesday 3 September to Thursday 13 November 2025. The discounted fares apply
China Railway Express Train Reaches Turkey via ‘Middle Corridor’ in 15 Days Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 15, 20250 A China Railway Express (CRE) freight train has successfully arrived in Istanbul, Turkey, in just 15 days via the ‘Middle Corridor’ route. Following the recent upgrade of the Baku–Tbilisi–Kars Railway, this marks the fastest recorded time on this route. The milestone highlights the corridor’s growing role as a competitive and politically safer
Talgo 230 Trains Approved by European and German Railway Safety Agencies Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 14, 20250 The European Railway Agency (ERA) and Germany’s Federal Railway Authority (Eisenbahn-Bundesamt; EBA) have authorised the Talgo 230 train for service with Deutsche Bahn (DB) under the commercial name “ICE L”. This approval is also a step towards operation in Denmark with Danske Statsbaner (DSB) as “EuroCity” (EC). Talgo 230 train © Talgo The double
UAE: Prime Minister Travels on Etihad Rail Between Dubai and Fujairah Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 13, 20250 His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has reviewed progress on the Etihad Rail project, travelling on a passenger train between Dubai and Fujairah. The passenger service is scheduled to begin commercial operations in 2026. Sheikh Mohammed’s visit focused
Hull Trains Offers Free Travel for Coldplay Fans This August Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 13, 20250 Coldplay fans attending the band’s concerts at Hull’s Craven Park on 18 & 19 August will be offered free travel with Hull Trains as the company unveils new livery for the special occasion. Fans with a valid ticket will be able to travel for free on a number of selected ‘Speed
DB Reports Stable ICE Traffic Between Hamburg and Berlin Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 12, 20250 One and a half weeks after the start of the general renovation of the Hamburg–Berlin railway line, Deutsche Bahn (DB) has issued an initial assessment of operations, reporting that long-distance ICE services between the two cities are running as planned. The company states that the diversion concept in use is performing
Optimising Cost Forecasting for Long-Term Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 6, 20250 In the realm of project management, the ability to accurately forecast costs is an integral component for success. Whether it’s a large-scale infrastructure project or a smaller upgrade on a lower traffic route, the stakes are high when it comes to long term cost forecasting. Making initial forecasts isn’t enough to
Q2 2025: Global Insurance Market Overview Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 6, 20250 Buyer-friendly conditions generally continued in Q2, with organizations taking advantage of the market environment by reinvesting savings into program enhancements and loss control measures to strengthen long-term resilience. Key Takeaways: Geopolitical and systemic risks are escalating, impacting global trade dynamics and insurance markets, necessitating proactive risk management strategies. Climate and cyber threats are
Amtrak and Union Pacific Reach Settlement on Sunset Limited On-Time Performance Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 5, 20250 Amtrak and Union Pacific Railroad have announced a joint settlement regarding on-time performance for Amtrak’s long-distance Sunset Limited service. In light of this resolution, Amtrak has formally requested that the Surface Transportation Board (STB) close its ongoing investigation into the matter. The Sunset Limited, which operates tri-weekly between New Orleans, Louisiana and
Trump and Duffy Cancel Funding for Baltimore-Washington Maglev Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 4, 20250 The US Department of Transportation (US DOT) has formally cancelled over 26 million USD in federal grants previously allocated to the Baltimore-Washington Superconducting Magnetic Levitation (SCMAGLEV) project. Secretary of Transportation Sean P. Duffy confirmed the decision on Friday, citing longstanding concerns related to planning, cost, and environmental impacts. Originally initiated in 2016,
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Seek to Create US Transcontinental Railroad Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 4, 20250 Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have announced a proposed merger to form the United States’ first coast-to-coast freight railway. The transaction, subject to regulatory and shareholder approval, would connect more than 50,000 miles of rail across 43 states and link around 100 ports across North America. Under the deal, Union Pacific will
Deutsche Bahn Reports Financial and Operational Progress Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 4, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has reported notable progress in its restructuring efforts during the first half of 2025, with its operating loss reduced by almost one billion euros (986 million EUR) year-on-year. This improvement reflects increased cost discipline, administrative streamlining, and a revised funding structure for infrastructure maintenance, including a shift of
Arriva to Expand Regional Services in Poland Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 31, 20250 Arriva Group has signed a set of new service agreements with the Kujawsko-Pomorskie region in Poland. The agreements aim to strengthen the operator’s rail services within the country. The contract is valued at 5 million EUR © Arriva Group The new contract, which has been valued at nearly 5 million EUR, will see Arriva
ORR Finds London to Channel Tunnel Link Performance Improvements from 2024 to 2025 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 30, 20250 Train performance along the high speed route from London to the Channel Tunnel (HS1) has seen an significant improvement in performance, according to a new report published by the Office of Rail and Road (ORR). Improvements by London St. Pancras High Speed were found to have been satisfactory despite an increase
Busy Birmingham as Fans Travel to Pay Respects to Ozzy Osbourne Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 30, 20250 All three main Birmingham stations – Birmingham New Street, Birmingham Moor Street and Birmingham Snow Hill – will see high levels of congestion today as people travel to witness the funeral cortege for Ozzy Osbourne. Thousands of fans are expected to descend on the city centre to pay their final respects
LAX Metro Transit Center Opening Spurs Significant Rise in K Line Ridership Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 29, 20250 The opening of the LAX/Metro Transit Center on 6 June 2025 has led to a substantial increase in ridership on the Los Angeles Metro K Line, according to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro). The new station offers a direct rail connection to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX),
ORR Approves Additional East Coast Main Line Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 29, 20250 The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has approved a number of additional services for three open access operators either extending or adding to existing services on the East Coast Main Line (ECML). Services will begin in December 2025 and see extra direct rail links for East Coast Trains Limited (Lumo),
East Midlands Railway Launches 2025 Summer Sale Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 28, 20250 East Midlands Railway (EMR) has unveiled its 2025 Summer Sale promotion, which is offering up to 50% off selected Advance tickets across its network. Journeys in the sale include routes to and from London, Manchester, Liverpool and Norwich. Services in the sale include routes to and from London, Manchester and Norwich © East
Alstom Reports First Quarter 2025/26 Results Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 25, 20250 Alstom has published its financial performance for the first quarter of the 2025/26 fiscal year, covering the period from 1 April to 30 June 2025. The company reported 4.1 billion EUR in new orders and 4.5 billion EUR in sales, reflecting a 2.8% increase on a reported basis compared to the
BART Reports Ridership Growth in San Francisco Bay Area Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 24, 20250 Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) has reported a 13.4% rise in ridership for June 2025 compared with the same period last year, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve service reliability, safety, and cleanliness across the network. Weekend travel, particularly on Saturdays, showed a marked increase. Saturday ridership grew by 15.2% between May
Network Rail Appoints Jeremy Westlake as Chief Executive Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 24, 20250 Network Rail has announced its appointment of Jeremy Westlake, current Chief Financial Officer, as its new Chief Executive. Westlake will replace Sir Andrew Haines on 20 October following a transition period in which they will work alongside each other. Jeremy Westlake will officially step into the position on 20 October © Network Rail Following
EU Doubles Key Rail Fund in Draft Budget Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 21, 20250 The European Commission has proposed a significant increase in funding for rail transport as part of its Draft EU Budget under the Multi-Annual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028–2034. The draft includes a doubling of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) for transport, along with a tenfold increase in the Military Mobility envelope and
New Survey Aims to Gauge Passenger Satisfaction on British Railway Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 21, 20250 A new survey has been launched that aims to gauge passenger satisfaction across Britain’s railway. The survey, which is set to be the biggest in history, will see roughly ten thousand passengers a month asked their views on the rail network whilst en route to their destination, with an aim of
Renfe Carries Record 277.4 Million Passengers in First Half of 2025 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 18, 20250 Spanish rail operator Renfe transported 277.4 million passengers between January and June 2025, setting a new ridership record. These figures mark a 3% increase compared with the same period in 2024, when 269.1 million passengers were recorded. The numbers cover both its commercial and public service rail networks. Renfe is the state-owned
UK and Germany to Collaborate on Direct Train Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 17, 20250 The UK Government has formally agreed to work with Germany on plans for direct train services between the two countries. The agreement was set out in a new Bilateral Treaty on Thursday 17 July by the UK Prime Minister and German Chancellor Merz. It includes establishing a joint taskforce to explore
Amtrak Celebrates 250,000th Passenger on Borealis Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 17, 20250 Amtrak has announced that its state-sponsored Borealis train carried its 250,000th passenger over the Independence Day 2025 holiday weekend. Beginning service in May 2024, the service operates daily under contracts with the Minnesota, Wisconsin and Illinois state transportation departments. The Borealis is an Amtrak inter-city rail service that operates daily between Chicago,
US DOT Terminates $4 Billion in Funding for California High-Speed Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 17, 20250 The United States Department of Transportation (US DOT) has announced it is terminating approximately 4 billion USD in unspent federal funding allocated to the California High-Speed Rail project. The decision, outlined by Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy on 16 July, follows a compliance review conducted by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
VIA Rail Marks 120 Years of The Ocean Train Service from Halifax Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 16, 20250 During a ceremony at Halifax Station, VIA Rail Canada celebrated 120 years of continuous service on The Ocean, the country’s oldest named passenger train. First launched in 1904, The Ocean continues to serve as a key transport link between Halifax and Montréal. The Ocean interior © VIA Rail Jonathan Goldbloom, Chairperson of VIA Rail’s
UK: Midland Main Line Electrification Project Paused Again Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 10, 20250 Local leaders across the East Midlands have expressed strong concern following the UK Government’s decision to indefinitely pause the next phase of electrification on the Midland Main Line (MML). The move, announced as part of the current Spending Review, shifts investment to unspecified projects elsewhere, leaving no new rail enhancements planned
DB Prepares ICE 3neo for Expanded Cross-Border Rail Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 10, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced plans to adapt up to 32 ICE 3neo trains for future international operations in France and Poland, as part of a 200 million EUR investment in long-distance cross-border rail transport. This development will allow for direct ICE services to run between Berlin and Warsaw for the
California Transport Secretary Expresses Full Confidence in High-Speed Rail Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 9, 20250 At the 2025 APTA Rail Conference, Toks Omishakin, Secretary of the California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA), expressed his full confidence in the California High-Speed Rail project, offering a compelling vision of its progress and potential. Omishakin acknowledged the scepticism that has long accompanied the high-speed rail initiative due to delays, rising
California Transport Secretary Expresses Full Confidence in High-Speed Rail Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 9, 20250 At the 2025 APTA Rail Conference, Toks Omishakin, Secretary of the California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA), expressed his full confidence in the California High-Speed Rail project, offering a compelling vision of its progress and potential. Omishakin acknowledged the scepticism that has long accompanied the high-speed rail initiative due to delays, rising
UK Government Confirms Funding for Key Rail Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 9, 20250 The UK government has confirmed a series of major rail infrastructure investments as part of its 92.8 billion GBP Plan for Change, delivering what it describes as the “biggest boost to England’s transport infrastructure in a generation.” The announcement details funding for five strategic rail upgrades across the country, aiming to
Taiwan: Hitachi to Deliver New Train Control System for Xidong-Keelung MRT Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 8, 20250 Hitachi Rail has been chosen to deliver its SelTrac Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) and SCADA solutions for Gamuda, the main contractor for the New Taipei City Government’s Department of Rapid Transit Systems (NTCG DORTS). The solutions will be implemented on the Xizhi–Donghu (Xidong) – Nangang- Badu (Keelung) MRT project that will
New Cross-Border Rail Link to Connect Prague, Berlin and Copenhagen Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 7, 20250 A new direct train service connecting Prague, Berlin, and Copenhagen is set to launch on 1 May 2026. The initiative is a joint effort between Czech Railways (ČD), Deutsche Bahn (DB), and Danish State Railways (DSB), and will operate using ČD’s ComfortJet trains. The service will allow passengers to travel between
Alstom Spain Publishes Results for 2024/2025 Financial Year Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 7, 20250 Alstom Spain has announced its results for the 2024/2025 financial year, with the company posting sales worth 809 million EUR. The results, which were published alongside its economic, social and environmental impact data prepared with EY, state that 54% of Alstom’s sales corresponded to a number of international projects including work
Tickets Available for Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Rail Service Launching 18 August Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 1, 20250 Amtrak has announced that tickets are now on sale for its new state-supported Mardi Gras Service, which will operate twice daily between Mobile, Alabama and New Orleans, Louisiana, with stops along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The service will commence on 18 August 2025, marking the reintroduction of passenger rail in the
DB Introduces New Summer Flat Rate for Young People on ICE and IC Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 30, 20250 A new flat rate for young people has been introduced on Deutsche Bahn’s (DB) ICE and IC services allowing customers to travel for 44 hours for 44 EUR. The rate allows passengers to travel on any number of journeys on ICE and IC services between 18:00 on a Friday and 14:00
Northern, East Midlands Railway and TransPennine Express Expand Ticket Acceptance Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 20, 20250 Starting from Sunday 22 June 2025, customers travelling on Northern, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express services will be able to use their ticket on any of the three operators’ services within two hours of a cancellation. Passengers holding a valid ticket will be able to travel on any service between
Southeastern and Network Rail Kent Unite Under South Eastern Railway Leadership Team Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 20, 20250 Network Rail Kent and Southeastern have united to operate under a single leadership team, South Eastern Railway. The move to the unified model has been made in order to both increase investment and improve efficiency for passengers across the south east, as well as serve as a key step towards the
Book Free and Discounted VIA Rail Tickets with Canada Strong Pass Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 20, 20250 This summer, children and young adults aged 24 and under can benefit from free or discounted VIA Rail travel across Canada thanks to the Canada Strong Pass. This initiative was promised by the Liberal Party’s Manifesto in the lead up to the 2025 general election, which saw the party, led by
VIA Rail Reports on Growth and Renewal in 2024 Amid Service Challenges Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 18, 20250 VIA Rail Canada has published its 2024 annual report, highlighting a year of growth and long-term planning amid operational constraints. Notably, the company recorded increased revenues and passenger numbers, launched a new strategic plan, and secured funding for a major fleet renewal, all while addressing performance challenges in key corridors. VIA Rail’s
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner Increases Frequency in Southern California Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 18, 20250 The LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency has announced the addition of a 12th daily roundtrip on the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service between San Diego and Los Angeles. This increased frequency provides passengers with more flexible travel options along the busy Southern California rail corridor. Amtrak Pacific Surfliner © Amtrak The updated timetable, which took effect
UK: First Freight Service Runs on East West Rail Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 17, 20250 The East West Rail line has seen its inaugural freight service as part of the implementation of a new strategic rail freight interchange in Northampton. The first of its kind to travel along the line, the freight service from Didcot entered the new infrastructure at Oxford before travelling 35 miles to
£500 Million Network Rail Deal to Secure British Steel Jobs Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 17, 20250 The Transport Secretary has announced a five-year, 500 million GBP agreement between Network Rail and British Steel, safeguarding thousands of manufacturing jobs and supporting the continued operation of the Scunthorpe steelworks. The deal, confirmed during a ministerial visit to the site, will see British Steel provide over 337,000 tonnes of rail
Bender UK Appoints Commercial Director To Lead Smart Growth Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 16, 20250 We have appointed Tim Checketts as commercial director to lead sales and marketing operations, and drive growth in critical infrastructure markets including rail, e-mobility and healthcare. His appointment strengthens our company’s position as demand for smart, safer, and more sustainable energy solutions continues to grow across the UK and Ireland. Tim Checketts,
California High-Speed Rail Disputes Proposed Termination of Funding Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 13, 20250 The California High-Speed Rail Authority has issued a detailed response to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) following the agency’s proposed termination of two key funding agreements. In a 14-page letter sent this week to FRA Acting Administrator Drew Feeley, Authority CEO Ian Choudri described the proposed action as unwarranted and based
DB Confirms Reports of Potential Service Between Germany and London Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 10, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has confirmed reports of a potential new Eurostar connection between Germany and London. A DB spokesperson has confirmed that there are ongoing discussions regarding the possibility of such a service, which the company has stated would be ‘challenging from a technical, operational, and legal perspective’. Eurostar trains at London
ATP Releases Solicitation for Design and Construction of Austin Light Rail Phase 1 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 9, 20250 Austin Transit Partnership (ATP) has released an official solicitation for the final design and construction contract in preparation for the breaking of ground on the Austin Light Rail Phase 1 alignment beginning in 2027. The selection process will see ATP choose a partner responsible for helping to both shape and build
Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer Service Faces Risk of Suspension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 7, 20250 Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer rail service, which connects Oklahoma City and Fort Worth, is facing potential suspension by 1 October 2025 unless the State of Texas allocates additional funding. Operated by Amtrak in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), the Heartland Flyer has served
Brightline and JetBlue Partner to Combine Air and Rail Travel in Florida Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 7, 20250 JetBlue and Brightline have launched a new partnership designed to provide travellers with integrated air and rail travel in Florida. The agreement marks JetBlue’s first intermodal collaboration and enables passengers to book combined air-and-rail itineraries through the airline’s website. The partnership allows customers flying into or out of Florida to incorporate Brightline’s
Brightline and JetBlue Partner to Combine Air and Rail Travel in Florida Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 7, 20250 JetBlue and Brightline have launched a new partnership designed to provide travellers with integrated air and rail travel in Florida. The agreement marks JetBlue’s first intermodal collaboration and enables passengers to book combined air-and-rail itineraries through the airline’s website. The partnership allows customers flying into or out of Florida to incorporate Brightline’s
Federal Review Finds California High-Speed Rail Project in Default of Grant Terms Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20250 The US Department of Transportation (USDOT) has released a compliance review into the California High-Speed Rail Authority’s (CHSRA) project. The review concludes that the CHSRA is in default of the terms of its federal grant agreements and lacks a credible plan to complete the Early Operating Segment (EOS) by 2033. The California
ORR Calls for Applications for Cross-Channel Rail Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20250 The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has reached out to both Eurostar and a number of new applicants looking to run cross-channel rail services to provide plans for the assignment of access to Temple Mills International Depot (TMI). The regulator recently commissioned an independent assessment of capacity at TMI following
Via Rail Canada’s On-Time Performance Declines, Ridership Falls Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 4, 20250 VIA Rail Canada has reported a substantial decline in on-time performance during the first quarter of 2025, with figures falling to 30%, compared to 72% in the same period last year. The decrease is attributed primarily to infrastructure restrictions introduced by CN Rail across the Québec City–Windsor corridor. These restrictions have contributed
Škoda Group Sees 74% Order Increase in 2024 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 3, 20250 Škoda Group has published its financial results for 2024. The company, which in 2024 saw an increase of 74% (up to 1.7 billion EUR) in new orders, saw an EBITDA increase of 185% year-on-year to a total of 62 million EUR. Škoda Group produced 432 new vehicles in 2024, ranging from trams
DB Announces Summer ICE Discount Scheme Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 30, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced a number of discounts for its ICE service over the course of the summer. The service, which has seen significant levels of passenger increase during the first four months of 2025, has announced a new pricing structure for the upcoming summer months, with fare reductions across
Texas Train Fare Too High for Trump – Will Private Capital Save High-Speed Rail? Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 23, 20250 Earlier this year, the US Department of Transportation (US DOT) withdrew a 63.9 million USD federal grant previously allocated to Amtrak for the Texas High-Speed Rail Corridor project, formerly known as Texas Central Railway. This project, which aims to connect Dallas and Houston, was originally pitched as a privately funded venture
Amtrak’s Borealis Ridership Surpasses Expectations in First Year Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 22, 20250 Passenger demand for the Borealis train service between St. Paul and Chicago has exceeded early projections, with more than 205,800 journeys recorded in the service’s first 11 months. The figures point to a strong demand for intercity rail travel in the Midwest, supporting calls for continued investment in regional passenger services. Introduced
Uber Partners with Gemini Trains for New Cross Channel Rail Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 21, 20250 Uber has announced plans to introduce a series of cross-channel rail services through a co-branding partnership with Gemini Trains, which has stated intentions to purchase a set of 10 newly-designed trains. The two companies have stated that the new service would aim to deliver both competitive fares and a high-quality passenger
Alstom Reports Solid FY 2024/25 Financial Results Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 20, 20250 Alstom has reported improved financial results for the fiscal year 2024/25, which ended on 31 March 2025. The company has also confirmed its medium-term targets while it continues to make progress on operational efficiency and deleveraging. Alstom recorded 19.8 billion EUR in orders and 18.5 billion EUR in sales over the
California High-Speed Rail Authority Increases Engagement with Private Sector Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 16, 20250 The California High-Speed Rail Authority is increasing its engagement with the private sector as it moves ahead with plans to expand the state’s high-speed rail network. In January, more than 400 infrastructure, finance, and engineering professionals from around the globe gathered at an industry forum hosted by the Authority to explore
Leave the Plane, Take the Train: Rail Travel Set to See Sharp Increase by 2030 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 15, 20250 A new study published by Hitachi Rail has found that the general public living in both Europe and North America believe the coming years will see a significant increase in the use of rail travel. The belief is based on the suggestion that the increase should come at the expense of
Government Announces Funding for Rail Replacement Accessibility Improvements Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 15, 20250 Four projects aiming to provide more accessible travel on rail replacement coaches with improved audio & visual aid have been chosen to receive a share of 800,000 GBP of government funding as part of the Plan for Change. The projects, which include a 3D animated avatar that allows passengers to ask
Regional Leaders Propose New Liverpool-Manchester Railway Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 14, 20250 Regional leaders have put forth proposals for a new Liverpool-Manchester Railway in a move that is predicted could kickstart a 90 billion GBP transformation across the North West of England. Alongside Rail Minister Huw Merriman and civic and business leaders across the North West, Mayors Andy Burnham and Steve Rotheram have
Greater Anglia to Be Nationalised in October 2025 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 13, 20250 The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced that Greater Anglia will transfer to public ownership on 12 October 2025. The move will see the East Anglian rail operator brought under the control of a government-owned company. This will follow the nationalisation of South Western Railway on 25 May 2025 and of
Alstom Confirms Leadership Changes in Europe and AMECA Regions Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 12, 20250 Alstom has announced upcoming changes to its senior leadership team, effective from 1 June 2025. The appointments follow internal succession planning and aim to support Alstom’s operational focus across key global markets. The leadership changes come as Alstom continues to focus on performance across its regional markets and integration of its expanded
Trafikverket Presents Vision 2050 Plan for Rail in Sweden Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 9, 20250 At the Train & Rail event in Stockholm, Lars Lindgren of Trafikverket, the Swedish Transport Administration, presented Sweden’s long-term vision for its railway sector. Vision 2050 provides an ambitious roadmap, positioning rail as the backbone of both national and European transport networks. Lindgren opened with a historical overview, tracing Sweden’s railway
US Transportation Secretary Announces $282.4 Million in Rail Work Grants Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 9, 20250 US Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced a series of 180 new infrastructure grants for projects across the country. The grants, which amount to more than 3.2 billion USD, will form part of a strategy to motion a portion of projects inherited from the previous government, with Secretary Duffy and
Canada: Metrolinx to Expand GO Transit Services in Hamilton Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 7, 20250 Metrolinx is expanding its GO Transit train service through Hamilton later this month, with all existing Niagara-bound trains on the Lakeshore West line scheduled to stop at West Harbour GO Station from 17 May. This change will provide additional weekday and weekend train options for passengers travelling through the area. Weekday
SunRail’s Sunshine Corridor to Bring Rail Closer to Florida Tourist Attractions Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 3, 20250 Plans to improve rail access to some of Central Florida’s busiest tourist districts have progressed, following the Central Florida Commuter Rail Commission’s (CFCRC) recent approval of a Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study for the proposed Sunshine Corridor. At its meeting on 24 April, the Commission unanimously voted to move the
Deutsche Bahn Finalises Sale of DB Schenker to DSV Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 1, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has completed the sale of its logistics subsidiary, DB Schenker, to Danish transport and logistics company DSV for an enterprise value of 14.3 billion EUR. The transaction, described by DB as the largest in its corporate history, marks a strategic shift for the German railway group as it
Stadler and Nexus Provide Update on New Tyne and Wear Metro Fleet Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 30, 20250 Nexus has provided further updates on the suspended rollout of its new fleet of Metro trains, manufactured by Stadler for the Tyne and Wear Metro. The introduction of the fleet, part of the largest investment in the Metro’s history, has encountered a temporary pause due to an identified issue with door
Malaysia: Hitachi Rail Signs MoU with Prasarana Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 30, 20250 Hitachi Rail has announced the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Malaysian public transport operator, Prasarana. The MoU focuses on the overall enhancement of the operation and maintenance of Hitachi Rail’s SelTrac™ signalling technology, fostering of local talent development and collaborations on potential projects in both the domestic
Amtrak Announces New Dedicated Mardi Gras Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 28, 20250 Passengers looking to enjoy festivities in New Orleans and Mobile this summer will soon be offered a ride on Amtrak’s new intercity train service, the Amtrak Mardi Gras Service. The new service, which is set to run twice-daily, will travel along the Mississippi Gulf Coast between New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama,
UK: Northumberland Line Hits 250,000 Trip Milestone Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 28, 20250 Northern has announced that the Northumberland line has hit a new milestone as 250,000 passengers have travelled on the service since its re-introduction in December 2024. The service, which calls at Newcastle and Manors alongside new stations in Seaton Delaval, Newsham and Ashington, was brought back into operation as part of
Arriva Proposes New Direct Service Linking Newcastle & Brighton Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 28, 20250 Arriva Group has submitted an open access application to the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) for the introduction of a new direct rail service linking Newcastle and Brighton. If approved; the new service will travel via London Gatwick and provide five trains per day in each direction, establishing the first
TfGM Begins Procurement for New £1.6 Billion Metrolink Contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 24, 20250 Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has launched the procurement process for the next operating and maintenance contract for Metrolink, the UK’s largest light rail network. The new contract is valued at up to 1.6 billion GBP and will run for up to 11 years. The current contract, held by KeolisAmey Metrolink (KAM)
Eurostar Service Centre Opens at St Pancras International Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 24, 20250 Eurostar has officially opened a new Service Centre at St Pancras International, designed to provide a more streamlined and accessible experience for customers seeking assistance with ticketing and travel enquiries. The new facility, located within the main terminal, replaces the previous customer service podiums and includes three seated desks staffed by
Trump Administration Reassigns Penn Station Overhaul to Amtrak Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 22, 20250 The US Department of Transportation (US DOT) has announced that Amtrak will assume leadership of the Penn Station reconstruction project in New York City, replacing the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) as the lead agency. The change, led by Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy, will also involve a reduction in federal funding