Eurotunnel has selected Compagnie des Signaux – CSEE, part of the MERMEC Group, to deliver the first phase of a project to modernise rail signalling in the Channel Tunnel. This initiative aims to enhance the European Train Control System (ETCS) for LeShuttle locomotives, which operate between the UK
The recent high-speed train crash in Spain has raised significant concerns among transport officials and industry experts. Transport Minister Óscar Puente and Renfe president Álvaro Fernández Heredia have described the incident as strange, given the circumstances surrounding it. Initial investigatio
Two high-speed trains collided between Madrid and Málaga on Sunday evening, leading to at least 39 fatalities, including a driver from Renfe, the Spanish railway operator. The incident occurred when one train derailed, causing significant damage and chaos. Emergency services responded promptly to th
Italian infrastructure manager RFI has initiated a €50 million upgrade on the Chilivani–Porto Torres route, a vital northern link in the standard-gauge network on the island of Sardinia. This project aims to enhance the resilience and reliability of the rail infrastructure. The upgrade will involve
SNCF Voyageurs has approved an additional order for 15 new-generation TGV M high-speed trains from Alstom for its international services, primarily for routes between major French cities and Brussels. This decision follows the initial order of 55 TGV M trains, which was placed in 2021 as part of a b
Direct access to Scotland’s Forth Bridge will remain unavailable for another week due to ongoing electrification work on a key section of the rail line. This closure affects services between Edinburgh and Aberdeen, impacting both passenger and freight operations. The electrification project is
Two high-speed trains derailed between Madrid and Málaga on Sunday evening, resulting in at least 39 fatalities, including a Renfe train driver. A total of 73 individuals have been reported injured, with 15 of those injuries classified as serious. The incident occurred on the AVE line, which is know
The Portuguese 20-euro train ticket, known as Passe Ferroviário Verde, is creating operational challenges for the national railway operator, Comboios de Portugal (CP). Since its introduction, demand for Intercity services has surged by more than 50%. However, this increase in ridership has led to si
German authorities are investigating a potential act of sabotage following the derailment of a freight train in Essen earlier this week. The incident involved the locomotive derailing while the wagons, which were transporting hazardous materials, remained on the tracks. Fortunately, there were no in
Oslo Central Station will experience a complete halt in rail traffic from Saturday morning to early Sunday. This closure, which is uncommon for Norway’s busiest station, is necessary for BaneNOR to carry out essential upgrades to its electrical systems. The upgrade work is part of BaneNOR̵
As Europe shifts towards a more defined defence posture, uncertainties regarding external support and increasing competition from rival power blocs are prompting Brussels to view rail as a strategic asset. This evolving perspective is expected to influence investment and policy decisions that could
Five projects in the UK have received approval to demonstrate hydrogen production, storage, and end-use technologies. Among these initiatives is the country’s first hydrogen-powered railway shunter, marking a significant step forward in the adoption of hydrogen technology within the rail secto
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