Venice Simplon Orient Express passes through Amsterdam
The Venice Simplon Orient Express from travel organization Belmond is back in the country these days. Currently, the legendary train is in Amsterdam, from where it departs for Italy on Thursday at 11:30. The beautiful...Read more
Glasgow Subway underground upgraded updated
It’s among the shortest subway systems in the world. It’s also among the most famous in the world. It may be the leader in both respects. The uniquely compact Glasgow Subway is the subject of...Read more
Denmark’s S-train celebrate 90 years of service
Denmark’s iconic ‘S-Bahn’ commuter trains celebrate 90 years of service today, and are “ in good shape to take on 90 more,” says DSB. DSB helps Danes celebrate with free travel on the S-trains all...Read more
Frecciarossa sustainability in numbers
interviewTrenitalia, the primary company within the FS Group’s Passenger Division, is actively pursuing measures to enhance the sustainability of transportation. Pietro Diamantini, Director of the Trenitalia High-Speed business, talks about the projects the Group and...Read more
voestalpine Railway Systems helps rail infrastructure market with integrated approach
RailTech Europevoestalpine Railway Systems demonstrated at RailTech Europe ’24 that they are ready for the future. Together with the industry, they are working on a new sustainable and digital rail infrastructure. Sander Brinkhuis highlights the challenges...Read more
VR FleetCare secures maintenance contract with Danish train operator
VR FleetCare, a provider of maintenance solutions for rail vehicles, has announced a significant contract win with Danish train operator Nordjyske Jernbaner A/S. The agreement, covering the maintenance of bogies and pneumatic components for Alstom...Read more
Trenitalia business booming in Switzerland
interviewTrenitalia has recently finalised an agreement with the Swiss railways to acquire five additional new Giruno trains. These trains are scheduled to commence operation on Italian routes by the end of 2025. Domenico Scida, Director...Read more
DSB records high punctuality in first quarter of 2024
Following the first three months of the year, DSB has assessed its punctuality performance, revealing a strong start to the year across both long-distance and regional train services, as well as S-trains.Read more
Moscow Metro aids 18 percent more passengers with reduced mobility in 2024
The Moscow Metro has released data indicating its efforts to enhance inclusivity and accessibility across its infrastructure and services.Read more
Belgrade renews contract with RATP Dev for metro
The city of Belgrade, in Serbia, has extended its contract with RATP Dev for “Early Operator Assistance” for the upcoming three lines of the city’s metro system. The renewal follows a “Memorandum of Understanding” signed...Read more
Safety expert: ‘Prevent ProRail liability for night work’
In the Netherlands, the railway construction sector must set clear goals to prevent health issues caused by night work. If not, there might arise the question of whether clients such as ProRail are criminally liable...Read more
Alliance gets Wokingham back on track
The South Rail Systems Alliance is a collaboration between the UK government’s infrastructure management agency Network Rail, the engineering contractors AECOM, and Colas Rail, the rail freight and specialist engineering support operators. Together, they have...Read more
Pressure group proposes lifeline to Alstom Derby
The doors have all but locked on the Alstom train assembly plant in Derby. The famous Litchurch Lane Works has run out of work, and faces imminent closure, with the loss of all remaining jobs....Read more