ProRail has a ‘real’ chance of being fined millions for delays
ProRail believes there is a real chance that the rail operator will be fined for underperformance on the high-speed line (HSL). In the first three months of this year, nearly 40 per cent of the...Read more
Building a bright skills future for the rail industry
The engineering faculty at Edinburgh University is one of the leading sources of graduate talent in the UK. Earlier this week, the school hosted a seminar specifically addressing future recruitment into the rail industry. However,...Read more
Infrabel invests 80 million euros in Alstom rail safety tech
Aiming to enhance rail safety and punctuality, Infrabel, the Belgian railway network manager, has announced an 80 million euro investment. The contract was signed on Monday between Infrabel and Alstom CEOs. Under the terms of...Read more
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