Alstom & Flox Intelligence Trial AI-Powered Wildlife Detection & Deterrence Software Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 12, 20260 Alstom has partnered with Flox Intelligence to conduct a series of extensive field tests utilising AI technology that will identify and deter wildlife along rail tracks in Sweden. Preliminary testing has shown that the system has strong potential to reduce the risk of collisions with wild animals – one of the
Sweden: Talgo to Supply New Fleet of Long-Distance Trains for Trafikverket Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 21, 20260 Talgo has announced the signing of an agreement with the Swedish Transport Administration (Trafikverket) for the supply and comprehensive maintenance of a new fleet of long-distance daytime and overnight trains. The new units, which will cover routes between the south of the country and its northernmost cities, will consist of 10
Sweden: Alstom Signs 12-Year Service Agreement with LKAB Malmtrafik Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 26, 20260 Alstom has signed a new, long-term technical support and spares supply agreement with LKAB Malmtrafik, which will cover a 12-year period starting 1 January 2026. The agreement covers the service of 34 units, predominately a set of IORE heavy-haul locomotives, which are designed for some of the heaviest and most demanding
Sweden: Alstom to Provide Maintenance for Västtågen Fleet Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 16, 20260 Alstom is set to continue its long-standing partnership with Statens Järnvägar (SJ) following the latter’s award of a new fleet operation contract from Västtrafik, which will see Alstom provide ongoing rolling stock maintenance for the Västtågen fleet. The new, 11-year maintenance agreement between the two parties has been valued at just
Swedish Transport Administration Awards Eastern Link Rail Contracts Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 20, 20260 The Swedish Transport Administration (Trafikverket) has awarded two major construction contracts for the Eastern Link (Ostlänken), a planned high-capacity railway between Järna and Linköping. The contract covering Vagnhärad has been awarded to Hochtief Infrastructure GmbH Germany Sweden Branch, while the Skavsta contract will be delivered by Bouygues Travaux Publics. Both are
Alstom Celebrates Swedish Operations in First Impact Report Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 8, 20250 Alstom has released its very-first impact report on its Swedish operations, highlighting a strong contribution to both the country’s economy and its sustainable transportation situation. Supporting over 3,000 jobs in total; Alstom has become one of the country’s leading actors in the rail technology sector with more than 2,000 employees, contributing
Škoda Group Presents First Modernised M31 Tram in Gothenburg Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 28, 20250 The Škoda Group has presented its very first fully modernised M31 tram for Västtrafik in Gothenburg. The vehicles have completed all required certification and operating tests and undergone their first passenger services in a new milestone of an ongoing fleet modernisation programme. The contract tasks Škoda with the modernisation of 79 M31
Icomera Congratulates CTO Mats Karlsson on Receiving Sweden’s Polhem Prize 2025 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 19, 20250 Icomera today congratulates its Chief Technology Officer, Mats Karlsson, on being awarded the Polhem Prize (Polhemspriset) 2025, Sweden’s foremost distinction for outstanding technological innovation. Bestowed by the Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers, Engineers of Sweden, and named after the pioneering inventor Christopher Polhem, the prize honours innovations that have reached the
Škoda Group to Supply 31 Light Rail Vehicles for Stockholm Suburban Railway Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 12, 20250 Škoda Group has been awarded a tender to supply a fleet of new rail vehicles for operation on the Saltsjöbanan light suburban railway, which runs from Stockholm to Saltsjöbaden in the municipality of Nacka. Operated by Stockholm carrier Storstockholms Lokaltrafik; the 230 million EUR contract is based on an order of
Sweden: Alstom to Provide Maintenance for Mälartåg Commuter Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 29, 20250 Alstom has been awarded a maintenance contract for Mälartåg’s fleet of commuter trains. The agreement covers the maintenance of the whole fleet, which consists of 62 trains, for up to ten years. Alstom will implement its own maintenance processes © Alstom Takeover of operations will take place in December 2026, with preparations for the
Alstom Launches Report Highlighting Importance of Swedish Railway Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 18, 20250 Alstom has launched a new report that highlights the importance of safeguarding Sweden’s railway and presents a number of solutions for the improvement of the country’s network. The report, ‘Bringing the railway up to speed with Sweden – five proposals for a better railway system‘, presents five proposals that aim to
Stockholm Transport Orders 10 Additional Stadler EMUs Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 26, 20250 Stockholm Transport (SL) has ordered ten additional electric multiple units (EMUs) from Stadler. The new units are valued at 94 million CHF, and will serve to complement SL’s existing fleet on the Roslagsbanan line, replacing a number of 30-year old legacy trains currently in operation. The new contract includes an option for
Alstom Officially Inaugurates New Stockholm Office Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 20, 20250 Alstom has inaugurated its new Stockholm office in the presence of the Minister of Infrastructure and Housing, Andreas Carlson, and a number of industry stakeholders. The new premises provides room for a slew of advanced labs for the development of signalling systems, including the ERTMS for Botniabanan, Ådalsbanan and Malmbanan in
Stadler to Supply 13 Additional KISS Trains for AB Transitio Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 4, 20250 Stadler has been commissioned to build an additional 13 KISS double-decker multiple-unit trains for AB Transitio, with the latter choosing to secure an option from an initial contract between the two companies dating back to 2016. The new vehicles will be utilised by Mälardalstrafik AB for regional transport in the Stockholm
Sweden: Alstom Completes Delivery of ERTMS on Malmbanan Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 30, 20250 Alstom has completed both the delivery and commission of the ERTMS on the Iron Ore Line (known locally as Malmbanan), a key rail line for Swedish freight transport. The system’s implementation marks the first deployment of the system outside of the country’s ERTMS pilot lines. The Iron Ore Line is Sweden’s northernmost
Sweden: Stadler to Supply Seven FLIRT Trains for A-Train AB Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 19, 20250 Stadler has been chosen to deliver seven of its FLIRT trains for Swedish railway company A-Train AB, with an option to deliver one additional vehicle as part of an order worth 250 million CHF. The trains, which will begin production at the end of 2026, are set to be produced at
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
Alstom to Support Digital Systems on Stockholm Metro Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 7, 20250 Alstom has entered into a five-year agreement with Storstockholms Lokaltrafik (SL) to provide ongoing support and development for the digital systems used in the Stockholm metro’s Movia C20 and C30 train fleets. The agreement came into effect on 1 April 2025 and includes an option for a further two-year extension. Iconic and
The Role of Night Trains in Sweden’s Transport Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 7, 20250 At the Train + Rail conference in Stockholm, Dan Olofsson, Head of Operational Strategy and National Coordination at SJ, outlined the ongoing and strategic importance of night trains in Sweden’s transport system. Night trains support long-distance domestic and cross-border travel, offering a practical alternative to flying. By enabling passengers to sleep
AECOM & Rejlers to Develop Sweden’s Southeast Link Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 8, 20250 AECOM has announced that it, alongside partners Rejlers, has been awarded a contract for the development of the new Southeast Link, a project to strengthen the railway network in the south of Sweden. The contract, which was awarded by the Swedish Transport Administration (Trafikverket), will see the two companies collaborate on
SYSTRA Awarded Contract for Stockholm Metro Expansion Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 28, 20250 SYSTRA has been awarded its first major contract in Stockholm, Sweden, supporting the development of the city’s first automatic metro line. The new Yellow Line will become the sixth line in Stockholm’s metro network. The fully underground route will link Älvsjö in the south to Fridhemsplan in the centre-west, with six
Sweden: Alstom to Provide Maintenance for SJ Night Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 14, 20250 Alstom has signed a new contract with SJ for the maintenance of a number of night trains. The contract, which covers 75 carriages and 12 RC6 locomotives, will run for two years and include work carried out in both the company’s depots in Luleå and Stockholm. An SJ Night Train in Sweden ©
Alstom Expands Maintenance Operations in Sweden Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 6, 20250 Alstom has announced the expansion of its maintenance operations in Motala, Sweden, establishing a centre of expertise dedicated to servicing Traxx Universal locomotives. This initiative consolidates Alstom’s maintenance capabilities, offering a range of services including routine servicing, repairs, wheelset and bogie maintenance, as well as work on signalling systems. Alstom Motala –
Alstom’s Trápaga Site to Deliver Three Major Rail Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 5, 20250 Alstom’s Spanish Trápaga development centre has been selected to deliver three new rail projects for operation in Germany, Sweden and the United Kingdom. The projects include both the manufacturing of traction systems and converters for 61 commuter trains for Deutsche Bahn in Germany, 39 medium-distance trains for Västtradik in Sweden and
Sweden: Alstom Signs 10 Year Maintenance Contract for Norrtåg Fleet Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 16, 20240 Alstom has signed a new 10-year contract for the maintenance of Swedish operator VR’s Norrtåg fleet. The contract, which is valued at over 60 million EUR, will see Alstom carry out both preventative and corrective maintenance, de-icing, overhauls, repairs and wheel turning for the fleet’s 12 Coradia Nordic units. With the new
Sweden: Alstom Delivers New Trams to Gothenburg Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 28, 20240 Alstom has delivered the first of 60 M34 trams to Västtrafik in Gothenburg, Sweden. These new models are 45 metres long, making them 12 metres longer than the city’s current vehicles. Due to their increased size, they can accommodate almost twice as many passengers, with room for 319 people. The arrival of
Škoda Commences Gothenburg Tram Modernisation Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 13, 20240 Škoda Group has commenced the modernisation of Gothenburg’s M31 trams for Swedish carrier, Västtrafik AB. This project aims to enhance the reliability and safety of the trams while improving comfort for both drivers and passengers. Alongside commencing work, Škoda has presented a visualisation of the final design, showcasing upgrades that maintain the
Alstom to Fulfil X-Trafik Maintenance Contract with VR Sverige AB Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 25, 20240 Alstom has been awarded a new maintenance contract for a set of nine X-trafik trains in the Gävleborg region of Sweden. The contract, which extends over eleven years, is set to include both operations and maintenance of the X-trafik units. Alstom’s workshop in Gävle will handle the maintenance of X-trafik’s trains © Alstom Work
Sweden: EuroMaint Opens Maintenance Centre in Nässjö Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 12, 20240 CAF’s Swedish train maintenance company, EuroMaint, has opened a modern 35.000 square-metre maintenance centre in Nässjö. The new site includes a stabling yard and a depot designed to maintain the new trains that CAF is supplying to Transitio AB for operations in Krösatåg. EuroMaint staff at work © CAF / Euromaint This order is
Alstom to Supply 20 Additional Movia C30 Metro Trains for Stockholm Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 7, 20240 Alstom has been contracted to supply an additional 20 Movia C30 metro trains for SL in Stockholm, Sweden. This agreement exercises an option from an existing contract, which was originally signed with Bombardier in 2013 and has since been extended. This contract included an initial order for 96 metro trains with an
Alstom Modernises 270 Metro Cars for Stockholm Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 5, 20240 Alstom has successfully modernised 270 C20 cars for the Stockholm Metro in Sweden. This project has been ongoing since 2017 and is now concluding, with the last car leaving Alstom’s workshop in Västerås to return to Stockholm for enhanced passenger services. This project employed 110 fitters and 25 engineers, along with several
Alstom and Skanska Present Report on Oslo-Stockholm Railway Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 5, 20240 Alstom and Skanska have unveiled a new report presenting a proposed plan for a railway connection between Oslo and Stockholm. The ‘New Scandinavian Railway – Oslo-Stockholm’ report emphasises environmentally friendly and cost-effective methods to increase sustainability and minimise reliance on air travel between these major cities. The proposed railway connection also focuses on
Sweden: Alstom Completes Flexity Tram Delivery in Gothenburg Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 16, 20230 Alstom has delivered the 40th Flexity light rail vehicle to Gothenburg, Sweden. Delivery of the tram completes an order signed by both the manufacturer and the city’s Transit Authority, Göteborgs Spårvägar and Västtrafik, in 2016. The tram completes an order signed in 2016 © Alstom Alstom (then Bombardier) delivered the first of the 40
Knorr-Bremse to Equip Swedish High-Speed Trains with Braking Systems for Alstom Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 5, 20230 Alstom has selected Knorr-Bremse to equip its high-speed trains for Sweden with a range of technologies, including the latest generation of its CubeControl braking system. Knorr-Bremse will also supply the bogie equipment and compressed air supply for the braking systems, as well as efficient wiping and washing systems for the window
Sweden: Systra to Project Manage Construction of New Tramway in Uppsala Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 2, 20230 The city of Uppsala has selected Systra to provide project management services for the construction of its first tramway. This project will see Uppsala join Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö, Norrköping and Lund in the list of Swedish cities to incorporate trams into their current transport networks. The track platform for the new tramway
Knorr-Bremse Tests Digital Automatic Coupler on Swedish Freight Train Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 12, 20230 Knorr-Bremse has begun testing its digital automatic coupler (DAC) in real-world conditions on a freight train in Sweden. This solution has been installed on a train operated by Trafikverket CFL, which will operate in Sweden until 2025. Throughout this period, the vehicle is expected to cover around 100,000 kilometres each year. In
RAILPOOL Orders 27 New Traxx AC3 and Traxx DC3 Locomotives Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 22, 20230 Rail vehicle leasing company, RAILPOOL has signed a framework contract with Alstom for 27 new Traxx AC3 and Traxx DC3 locomotives, alongside the option for a further 15 locomotives. These locomotives will be used in Poland, Italy, Norway and Sweden and will be manufactured at Alstom’s sites in Kassel, Germany and
Sweden: Alstom Awarded New VR Maintenance Contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 18, 20230 VR Sweden has renewed a contract with Alstom to provide maintenance for the 30-strong Tåg i Bergslagen’s (Tågab) fleet of regional trains. As the new operator of the fleet, which links the four Bergslag counties, VR Sweden has tasked Alstom with a further 10 years of fleet maintenance, with an additional
Ricardo Rail Gains Designated Body Status for Irelands Railways Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 21, 20220 Ricardo has achieved Designated Body (DeBo) status in Ireland. Awarded by the Commission for Railway Regulation (CRR) in Ireland, it follows a rigorous assessment process and allows Ricardo to check compliance against the National Rules for railways in Ireland. As part of the European Interoperability Directive, Member States are required to publish
Czech Republic: Škoda to Overhaul 6 Liberec T3 Trams Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 11, 20220 Three trams from the Liberec fleet are now undergoing a major overhaul at the Škoda production site in Martinov, Ostrava in the Czech Republic as part of a tender for the repair of six T3 units. The work will include repairs to the cabinets and electrical parts of the vehicles, as
It’s Time to Talk Women and Innovation: SITCE Katrine Marçal Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 12, 20220 Author, Speaker, Innovator: It’s Time to Talk Women and Innovation With SITCE Keynote Katrine Marçal With an eye on an innovative future, the 2022 edition of the Singapore International Transport Congress and Exhibition (SITCE) will discuss the latest developments transforming urban mobility. Held in a city where innovation shines through, the world
Cummins Fuel Cell Technology Powers New Zero-Emissions Rail Fleet in Germany Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 7, 20220 Cummins Fuel Cell Technology Powers New Zero-Emissions Rail Fleet in Germany Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI), a global power and technology leader, is powering the world’s first fleet of hydrogen trains in Bremervörde, Lower Saxony, Germany. The Alstom Coradia iLint trains are outfitted with Cummins fuel cell systems and will run on
First EffiShunter 1000 for Trainport Norway Leaves CZ Loko Plant Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 6, 20220 CZ Loko has dispatched the first of five EffiShunter 1000 locomotives ordered by Trainpoint Norway from its Jihlava plant. Now on its way to Sweden – the 20th country CZ Loko has exported to – the locomotive is scheduled to enter operation early next year. EffiShunter 1000 locomotive for Trainpoint Norway. The four-axle
Albin Group Aquires Gobius Sensor Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 6, 20220 Albin Group Marine AB, specialist in pumps and pump solutions, is proud to announce its August 2022 acquisition of the well renowned and world’s leading manufacturer of tank monitoring systems, Gobius Sensor Technology AB. The acquisition provides Albin Group Marine AB with the ownership of all Gobius brands and its patents,
Revolutionary Broom Elements Sweeping the Competition Aside Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 31, 20220 Nothing beats the element of quality For 20 years now, railway operators across Europe have relied on the advanced technology and unsurpassed durability of Derby Rubber’s unique broom elements to help ensure safety and efficiency across their rail networks. Derby’s extruded, semi-solid bristles are made from a superior rubber compound that lasts
Future of Smart Ticketing Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 21, 20220 Future of Smart Ticketing: 6th Annual Ticketing Innovations Summit Transportation systems around the globe are being digitised and introducing innovative ideas, both for transport companies and their passengers. Ticketing, specifically in the past few years, has transitioned from a paper-based ticket to a completely contactless system. Smart technologies like AI, virtual
Alstom Invests in Poland with Recruitment of 150 New IT Professionals Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 18, 20220 Alstom is recruiting 150 new software developers, testers and other IT professionals for its Digital Products Engineering Centre of Competence in Katowice, Poland. Here the team develop advanced rail solutions in cooperation with Alstom’s other Engineering Centres of Competence in Italy, Sweden and Belgium. Alstom is currently actively seeking 150 new software
Sweden: CAF Receives Order for 25 Civity Nordic Regional Units Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 8, 20220 Swedish operator SJ AB has ordered 25 CAF Civity Nordic units in a contract valued at 300 million EUR (305.56m USD). This deal includes an option for a further 35 units. The SJ Group is currently upgrading its fleet in order to expand capacity in response to expected growth in demand, in
Alstom’s Trápaga Site to Supply Propulsion for Zefiro Express Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 7, 20220 Alstom has announced that its industrial centre in Trápaga, Spain will manufacture the propulsion system for the new Zefiro Express high-speed trains in Sweden. Sweden’s national operator, SJ contracted Alstom to supply 25 electric high-speed trains in April 2022. This contract is valued at 650 million EUR. The propulsion system for this
Hitachi Rail to Install ERTMS Signalling on Tågab Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 7, 20220 Tågåkeriet I Bergslagen AB (Tågab) has contracted Hitachi Rail to install ERTMS (European Rail Traffic Management System) signalling technology on-board trains operating in Sweden and Norway. Hitachi Rail will design and install the ERTMS digital signalling technology to modernise Tågab’s Scandinavian fleet. This upgrade will improve the fleet’s operational efficiency and
SBB Cargo Orders 20 Vectron Locomotives from Siemens Mobility Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 5, 20220 SüdLeasing GmbH has ordered 20 Vectron multisystem locomotives from Siemens Mobility on behalf of SBB Cargo International. The new locomotives will be equipped with Siemens Mobility’s XLoad package, which has been developed to improve traction performance and carry greater trailer loads. With this package, trains on the North-South Corridor will be able
deugro Expands Presence in Scandinavia with a New Office in Sweden Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 31, 20220 Following a constant positive development of deugro (Sweden) AB, deugro opened a further office Gothenburg, Sweden, on May 1, 2022. The new office will be serving Swedish clients and provide the full scope of project freight forwarding & logistics solutions. It represents yet another milestone in establishing deugro as a leading
Sweden: Škoda to Upgrade 80 Trams for Gothenburg Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 16, 20220 Swedish operator, Västtrafik AB has awarded Škoda Group a contract to upgrade 80 trams for the city of Gothenburg, Sweden. The M31 trams will be repaired and modernised at Škoda’s production facility in Ostrava from 2022 until 2027. The contract is valued at almost 80 million EUR. Swedish operator Västtrafik AB has
TX Logistik Tests 838-Metre Freight Train in Sweden Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 12, 20220 TX Logistik has successfully completed two test-runs of a 838-metre long freight train in Sweden. The rail logistics company operated the fully loaded train on on a 500-kilometre route between Malmö and Frövi to transport food from Swedish retail chain Coop. TX Logistik, Coop and the Swedish Transport Administration, Trafikverket, successfully
Senoplast Will Be Attending Elmia Polymer 2022 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 3, 20220 At this year’s Elmia Polymer trade fair for plastics technology, SENOPLAST will present the current trends and innovative product developments: senosan® C60FR-5: the antibacterial surface for railway applicationssenosan® ECO-B Bioplastics: renewable raw materials are used as substitutes for fossil raw materials right at the start of the production chainKemarre®: the new surface embossing SENOPLAST High Quality Plastic Sheets and
Strong Digital Technologies for a Unified European Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 25, 20220 The ERA helps overcome challenges by applying digital technology for passengers and freight to achieve a unified European rail network. Josef Doppelbauer, Executive Director at the European Union Agency for Railways, highlights the important contribution digital technology can bring to the achievement of a more sustainable European rail system; the ERA
Sweden’s National Rail Operator Orders 25 High-Speed Trains from Alstom Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 7, 20220 Alstom has signed an agreement with Sweden’s national rail operator SJ to supply 25 Zefiro Express electric high-speed trains. The contract, valued at approximately 650 million euros (708.95m USD), includes an option for 15 additional trains. The new trains will effectively be Sweden’s fastest ever, capable of operating at maximum speeds of
Alstom and ENGIE Sign Partnership to Supply Fuel Cell System for European Rail Freight Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 6, 20220 Alstom and ENGIE have signed a partnership agreement, outlining how they will work together to bring a fuel cell system to the European rail freight market. Hydrogen manufacturer ENGIE says it is also working on increasing its renewable hydrogen production capacity to 4GW by 2030. With its aim of managing more
VR Group Strengthens Position with Acquisition of Arriva Sverige Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 25, 20220 VR Group has announced its acquisition of Arriva Sverige – currently part of the European passenger transport company Arriva Group that is owned by Deutsche Bahn (DB). With this acquisition, VR Group will become a significant transport operator in Sweden, as Arriva Sverige operates rail and bus services in southern and
Nautiz X41 Rugged Handheld Gets an Upgrade Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 1, 20220 Handheld Group, a leading manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, has announced an operating system upgrade to Android 11 for the Nautiz X41 rugged handheld today. The Nautiz X41 is a compact and light-weight rugged handheld, designed for efficient field data collection and communication. In addition to a touchscreen, the Nautiz X41
Hitachi Rail Chosen to Digitalise Infranord Maintenance Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 17, 20220 Infranord has chosen Hitachi Rail to design, build, install, test and commission on-board digital signalling systems for its yellow maintenance trains. Hitachi Rail to digitise Infranord’s yellow maintenance trains with on-board signalling system © Hitachi Rail Known as Tb locos, the two vehicles are used to maintain the rail network even during the
Harsco Rail Extends Cooperation with Infranord AB Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 15, 20220 Harsco Rail Extends Cooperation with Infranord AB We are proud to announce that we were able to extend our cooperation with Infranord AB for 2022. We thank Infranord for a great cooperation in 2021, and look forward to at least another 100 shifts of stoneblowing in Sweden. Harsco Rail’s Multipurpose Stoneblower is
Gothenburg to Get 40 New Alstom Flexity Trams Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 10, 20220 Västtrafik, the operator of Gothenburg’s trams, has ordered 40 new trams from Alstom. The order for the Flexity trams is worth 100 million euros. These 40 units are an option from an initial contract signed between Västtrafik and then-manufacturer of the Flexity trams, Bombardier Transportation in 2016. An Alstom M33 Flexity tram
TX Logistik to Introduce New Service in Sweden Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 28, 20220 TX Logistik AB, the Swedish subsidiary of the German rail freight company TX Logistik AG, is adding to its Swedish offering. Starting on Monday, 31 January, the company, which is part of the Mercitalia Group (Gruppo FS Italiane), will run an additional connection between Trelleborg and Eskilstuna, around 100km to the
Railpool Orders 15 Alstom Traxx Locomotives Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 28, 20220 Rolling stock leasing company Railpool has ordered 15 Traxx locomotives from manufacturer Alstom, bringing its total Traxx fleet to more than 250. The 15 electric locomotives will be deployed in Italy, Norway and Sweden and will be equipped with a diesel engine for last mile capability. In addition to the 15
Bombardier Wins EMU Maintenance Contract in Sweden Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 16, 20190 The first Bombardier REGINA entered service in 2000. In addition to delivering heavy maintenance works on the 54 two-car and 5 three-car trains, Bombardier will also perform technical and comfort upgrades. For example, it will replace the interior carpets, give the exteriors a new lick of paint, refurbish the seats
Filling the intermodal information gap Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 18, 20190 EUROPE: Intermodal freight company Kombiverkehr is piloting Train Monitor, which provides real-time information on the location and punctuality of its services operating within Germany and from Germany to Sweden, Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Spain, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Slovenia, the Czech Republic and Poland. This includes the estimated time when
Vossloh sales up as rationalisation progresses Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 2, 20190 VOSSLOH: Reporting its half-year results on July 25, Vossloh Group announced that sales had increased by 4·6% to €437·1m from €418·1m for the first six months of 2018. An 18·6% increase in orders received to €568·9m had helped to lift the group’s order backlog by 33·7% to €726·9m at the
FlixTrain raises funding for expansion in France and Sweden Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 24, 20190 INTERNATIONAL: FlixMobility has completed a Series F funding round co-led by growth equity firms TCV and Permira, with long-time investor HV Holtzbrinck Ventures also participating through a joint investment with the European Investment Bank. In the rail sector, the company plans to use the equity raised to support the growth of
World rolling stock market – July 2019 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 21, 20190 Belarus: TMH’s Tver works is to supply BC with 14 Type 61-4447.02 platskartny cars, eight Type 61-440.00 sleeping cars and eight Type 61-445.03 sleeping cars with staff compartments. The order is being financed through BelVEBlizing. Europe: Traktionssysteme Austria is supplying traction motors for the 30 three-car M7 metro trains which CAF
Malmbanan resignalling to support ETCS Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 16, 20190 SWEDEN: Trafikverket has started work on a three-year project to resignal the Malmbanan heavy haul line between Boden and Riksgränsen with digital interlockings and ETCS at an estimated cost of SKr3bn. According to the infrastructure manager, most of the existing interlockings on the iron ore corridor are more than 50 years
Bombardier’s ZEFIRO Wins German Design Award Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 20, 20190 Bombardier Transportation has won the Brandenburg Design Award for the design – interior and exterior – of its ZEFIRO Express intercity train. ZEFIRO Express intercity train wins German design award © Bombardier Transportation Bombardier says: “The train’s distinctive appearance is set to reshape mobility and redefine the intercity passenger experience in the Swedish
SJ wins north Norway operating contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 17, 20190 NORWAY: The SJ Norge subsidiary of Sweden’s national passenger operator has been selected for the Lot 2 Nord operating contract, national railway agency Jernbanedirektoratet announced on June 17. The contract covers long-distance passenger services on the Dovrebanen and Nordlandsbanen routes from Oslo to Trinbdheim and Bodø, as well as the Rørosbanen,
Industry Insider Week 24 – 7 Must-Read Rail Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 17, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider Week 24 for 10–14 June 2019: Bombardier MITRAC solution © Bombardier Transportation Policy ICE 4 train in Germany © Deutsche Bahn AG / Georg Wagner ERA Set to Become the THE Railway Authority in Europe Following the
Bombardier Presents Light Rail Vehicle Safety System Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 10, 20190 Sweden – Bombardier Transportation unveiled its COMPAS light rail vehicle safety system at UITP 2019 today. Bombardier’s COMPAS system © Bombardier Transportation COMPAS: Collision and Overspeed Monitoring and Prevention Assistance System Bombardier Transportation chose the UITP Global Public Transport Summit taking place in Stockholm 9–12 June to unveil its new safety system for
Industry Insider Week 22 – 10 Must-Read Rail Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 3, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider Week 22 for 27–31 May 2019: Alstom metro for Lyon Line 2 © Alstom/Mobylette Jaune Infrastructure Sydney Metro Rouse Hill Station © MDRX under licence Sydney Metro North West Enters Commercial Service Sydney Metro North West
CAF Acquires EuroMaint to Expand Train Maintenance Sector Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 31, 20190 The transaction is expected to go through by July 19. The agreed price currently stands at around 80 million euros. However, the final price will become clear when the transaction closes. EuroMaint was established in 2001 when Swedish State Railways was disbanded. The assets were divided between seven different companies, all
CAF to acquire EuroMaint in €80m deal Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 23, 20190 SWEDEN: CAF has reached an agreement to acquire 100% of rolling stock maintenance company EuroMaint Group from funds advised by private equity firm Orlando Nordics. The deal announced on May 23 is worth around €80m, subject to adjustments at the closing of the transaction which is expected by July 19. CAF said
Nanov Display Unveils Latest Line of Transit Monitors Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 1, 20190 Nanov Display unveils the latest in its line of Transit Monitors – the most recent model is a 46″ LCD that can be ceiling-mounted for any transit setting. Furthermore, the model can be welded or bolted to be more resilient to the possibilities of wind or rain. This model comes in
21 Nations in 8th European TramDriver Championship Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 1, 20190 Brussels – On Saturday, 4 May, tram drivers from all over the European continent will come together in the Belgian capital to demonstrate their skills and find out who’s best. The European TramDriver Competition coincides with the 150th anniversary celebrations of Brussels’s tramways on 5 May. A tram in Brussels ©
RDG proposes arms-length body to oversee UK rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 30, 20190 UK: Greater accountability to rail users and devolved authorities is envisaged under proposals from the Rail Delivery Group published on April 30, along with the establishment of an ‘independent national organising body’ to co-ordinate and oversee the entire rail sector. Unveiling its proposals to the Williams Rail Review, which has been
Industry Insider Week 17 – 8 Must-Read Rail News Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 29, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider Week 17 for 22–26 April 2019: Crossrail progress: line-wide systems © Crossrail Ltd Rolling Stock Stadler FLIRT train for Ottawa Trillium Line Stadler Wins Contract for Ottawa Trillium Line Trains Stadler has won a contract to
NSB Group rebrands as Vy Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 25, 20190 NORWAY: State-owned train operator NSB Group relaunched as Vy on April 24, bringing its rail, bus and electric car-sharing activities together under a single brand. ‘The name Norwegian State Railways no longer adequately expresses what we do’, explained Chairman Dag Mejdell. ‘The NSB Group operates rail and bus services in Norway
Stadler Wins Contract for Ottawa Trillium Line Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 23, 20190 Rolling stock manufacturer Stadler has won a contract to deliver seven four-car multiple units for Ottawa. Stadler will adapt these trains, based on its FLIRT platform, to the city’s harsh climate. This contract for the Trillium Line trains is Stadler’s second Canadian project. The company is also manufacturing panoramic carriages
Vossloh signs turnout framework deals worth €100m Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 17, 20190 EUROPE: Vossloh has agreed multi-year framework deals for the supply of turnout components to Sweden and Italy. The agreement with Swedish transport agency Trafikverket runs for four years and has two options each for extensions of two years, which could take the total value to more than €75m. The components are
Linköping high speed line planning contract awarded Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 11, 20190 SWEDEN: National transport agency Trafikverket has awarded Atkins and Ramboll a five-year contract to plan the Linköping city section of the proposed Ostlänken high speed line between Stockholm and the city. This is the first of three proposed high speed routes, which would form a 440 km Y-shaped network linking the major
Sweden to fund international night trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 4, 20190 SWEDEN: Overnight trains connecting Sweden with several international European destinations are to be introduced as part of government proposals to facilitate environmentally-friendly transport. Infrastructure Minister Tomas Eneroth announced on March 31 that the Social Democratic, Centre and Green parties had reached agreement to include a SKr50m framework grant in the spring
Rail Cargo Group locomotive order Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 19, 20190 AUSTRIA: ÖBB has exercised an option for Siemens Mobility to supply a further 61 Vectron MS electric locomotives for use by Rail Cargo Group on cross-border routes in several countries. The national railway has now placed firm orders for a total of 108 Vecton locomotives within a January 2017 framework agreement
Inlandsbanan acquires DMUs for local services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 1, 20190 SWEDEN: Inlandsbanan has acquired five second-hand Alstom Lint diesel multiple-units for the planned launched of a regular passenger service on part of its route. Inlandsbanan is owned by 19 local authorities and operates seasonal tourist-focused passenger services along the north – south inland route from Gällivare to Mora. It has been working