The UK government is preparing to unveil plans for a new rail link between Birmingham and Manchester, as reported by the BBC. This announcement follows the recent decision to scale back the High Speed 2 (HS2) project, which had originally included a direct connection between the two cities. The prop
Eurail B.V., the company behind the Interrail pass allowing train travel across Europe, has announced a data security incident following the detection of unauthorized access to its systems. The breach may have compromised sensitive information, including contact details and passport information of u
France’s low-cost high-speed operator Ouigo has cancelled or reduced numerous services on Spain’s Southern Corridor this month, impacting nearly 15,000 passengers. The changes affect key routes between Madrid and Seville, as well as Madrid and Málaga, and will remain in effect until Janu
Trains from Sweden can now travel to Finland for maintenance following the development of new transfer bogies by VR Fleetcare. These specialized bogies allow trains to navigate the different track gauge used in Finland, facilitating cross-border operations. The first operational use of these transfe
The Digital Automatic Coupling (DAC) initiative is set to progress significantly in 2027 with the commencement of large-scale tests in commercial operations. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency and safety of rail freight operations across Europe. The DAC technology is designed to automate
Stadler has signed a contract to comprehensively modernise 93 second-hand GTW multiple units from Switzerland and resell them to Hungarian State Railways (MÁV). This agreement marks a significant step in enhancing MÁV’s rolling stock and improving service efficiency. The GTW units, originally
Network Rail and specialist contractors Skanska have successfully replaced the Clifton Bridge over the M6 motorway near Penrith, Cumbria, in northwest England. The project is part of a broader initiative to enhance the West Coast Main Line, which is a critical rail corridor in the UK. The replacemen
France’s low-cost high-speed operator Ouigo has cancelled or reduced dozens of services on Spain’s busy Southern Corridor this month. This decision affects nearly 15,000 passengers, coinciding with increased competition in the region. The adjustments to the service schedule will remain i
Rail Vision has initiated a Proof of Concept in India in collaboration with Sujan Industries, focusing on the implementation of its Mainline technology aimed at improving railway safety and operational efficiency. This project marks a significant step for Rail Vision as it seeks to expand its presen
Rail services in the Netherlands and northern Germany are gradually stabilising following recent heavy snowfall, ice, and severe frost. However, operators on both sides of the border have indicated that disruptions may continue as they work to restore full service. In the Netherlands, the national r
Polish rolling stock manufacturer Pesa Bydgoszcz has agreed to acquire German tram builder HeiterBlick GmbH, marking another state-backed Polish industrial move into Europe’s largest rail market. Pesa will enhance its portfolio and expand its presence in the tram and light rail sector through
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