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High-Speed RailUSPRO6/5/2026

California High-Speed Track and Systems Contract Awarded

A US-led consortium has secured the contract for tracklaying and electrification for California's high-speed rail project.

High-Speed RailDEPRO6/4/2026

Liquid sprayed on ICE train – conductor briefly loses consciousness

An ICE train carrying 167 passengers was evacuated in Trechtingshausen after an unknown person sprayed an irritating liquid, causing a conductor to lose consciousness.

High-Speed RailPLPRO6/4/2026

Port Polska.KDP to Procure Rolling Stock for Poland’s Future Rail Netw

Port Polska.KDP, a new company within the CPK group, will manage the procurement of trains for Poland's high-speed and regional rail services.

High-Speed RailDEPRO6/4/2026

Moldova Allocates EUR 15 Million for Railway Modernization

The Moldovan government has approved a draft law to utilize EUR 15 million from the 2026 state budget for railway sector development, aiming to enhance infrastructure and passenger services.

High-Speed RailPRO6/4/2026

USD 3.5 billion contract for California high-speed rail awarded

The California High-Speed Rail Authority has awarded a USD 3.5 billion contract to a consortium for the construction of a key segment of the high-speed rail project.

High-Speed RailDEPRO6/3/2026

ICE Trains Between Hamburg and Berlin to Operate at Reduced Speeds

Deutsche Bahn announces that ICE trains between Hamburg and Berlin will initially run at reduced speeds following extensive renovations, leading to longer travel times for passengers.

High-Speed RailPRO6/3/2026

Eurostar Reports Passenger Growth as Investment Programme Advances

Eurostar carried 20 million passengers in 2025, a 3% increase from 2024, driven by demand for international rail travel and fleet investments.

High-Speed RailDEPRO6/3/2026

DB CEO warns of “uncontrolled” competition

Evelyn Palla, CEO of Deutsche Bahn, cautions against the risks of new operators entering the German long-distance rail market without a clear policy framework, as Italo plans to invest EUR 3.6 billion to launch services in 2028.

High-Speed RailUSPRO6/3/2026

California High Speed Rail Authority Awards $3.5bn Contract for Track

The California High Speed Rail Authority has awarded a $3.5bn contract to an American-led consortium for track and electrification systems on the Central Valley high-speed line.

High-Speed RailUSPRO6/2/2026

California High-Speed Rail Authority Awards Track and Systems Contract

The California High-Speed Rail Authority has selected an American consortium led by Kiewit, Stacy Witbeck, and Herzog for track and systems installation on the high-speed rail project.