Ricardo to examine first UK hybrid train
British engineering company Ricardo will oversee the conversion of the Class 170 ‘Turbostar’ diesel multiple unit into the first UK hybrid vehicle. The train will be equipped with…
SBB unveils refurbished passenger double-decker cars
Swiss railway operator SBB unveiled the first two prototypes of the IC2000 refurbished passenger coaches. The double-decker cars were modernised at the company’s workshop in Olten. SBB invests…
CAF to refurbish 43 RER double-decker trains
Spanish railcar manufacturer CAF will modernise 43 MI 2N double-decker trainsets produced in 1995-2005. The upgraded five-car units are expected to enter into service in 2020. They will…
Turkish companies revive old passenger trains
A consortium of Turkish technology companies has modernised some old E14000 three-car electric multiple units of Turkish State Railways (TCDD). The first two trains are being tested now.…
Interior of Thalys high-speed trains completely restyled
The interior of all Thalys trains is going to be completely revamped. Between 2019 and 2022, the operator will refurbish all its train carriages. The first updated high-speed…