Railway Sustainability
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Rosatom and Transmashholding Join Forces in Landmark Deal to Pioneer Alternative Fuels and Hydrogen Rail Infrastructure

ST. PETERSBURG — In a strategic alignment that promises to reshape the landscape of sustainable transportation and industrial power generation in Russia, Rusatom Overseas—a subsidiary of the state nuclear corporation Rosatom—has agreed to acquire a significant shareholding in TMH-Energy Solutions. The agreement was formally sealed during the 24th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), a […]

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Nana Wu
Railway Maintenance
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Rail Baltica Announces Plans for State-of-the-Art Rolling Stock Depot in Estonia

In a landmark move for the future of Baltic transportation, Rail Baltic Estonia has officially initiated the procurement process for the construction of the region’s largest rolling stock maintenance and operations depot. Located in the Soodevahe area of Harju County, this massive infrastructure project represents a critical pillar in the operational viability of the Rail […]

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Ammar Sabilarrohman
Railway Industry News
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Dublin’s MetroLink Milestone: A Transformative Leap for Irish Infrastructure

The Irish government has officially signaled the commencement of the detailed tender phase for Dublin’s MetroLink, a monumental transport project that promises to redefine the capital’s urban mobility. Announced on September 16, this decision marks a definitive transition from the planning and preliminary design stages into the procurement of the global expertise required to construct […]

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Pevita Pearce
Passenger Rail
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Transforming Slovakian Rail: ZSSK Partners with FAIRTIQ for Nationwide ‘Check-in/Check-out’ Ticketing Pilot

In a landmark move toward digital transformation, Slovakia’s national railway operator, Železničná spoločnosť Slovensko (ZSSK), has officially announced a strategic partnership with Swiss-based transit technology leader FAIRTIQ. This collaboration aims to launch a pioneering nationwide "Mobile Pay-As-You-Go" (MPAYG) ticketing pilot, fundamentally reshaping how passengers interact with public transport across the country. The initiative, scheduled to […]

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Basiran
Railway Design
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Rail Baltica Progress: Engineering the Future of Connectivity in the Baltic States

The Rail Baltica project—often described as the "project of the century" for the Baltic region—is reaching a critical milestone in its development. As the European Union pushes for a more integrated and sustainable transport network, the progress on the Lithuanian section of the high-speed rail line serves as a testament to the immense engineering challenges […]

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Raul Delapena Setiawan
Railway Electrification
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Styria Commits to Electrification and Joint EMU Procurement for Historic Murtalbahn Narrow-Gauge Railway

GRAZ, AUSTRIA — In a landmark decision for regional public transportation and sustainable mobility, the government of the Austrian state of Styria has officially resolved to modernize and electrify the Murtalbahn, a picturesque and historically significant narrow-gauge railway. Winding through the scenic valleys of Austria, the route—operating on a unique 760 mm (2 ft 5 […]

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Jia Lissa
Urban Transit
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CAF Secures Major Contract to Supply 19 Urbos Trams for Tours’ Expanding Light Rail Network

TOURS, FRANCE — In a significant milestone for public transport development in central France, rolling stock manufacturer Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF) has officially signed a contract with the Syndicat des Mobilités de Touraine. The agreement outlines the delivery of 19 state-of-the-art Urbos trams destined for the city’s upcoming Tramway Line 2, which will […]

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Raul Delapena Setiawan
Railway Safety
•6 min read

EBRD Strengthens Central Asian Logistics: A Strategic USD 125 Million Investment in KTZ

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has officially announced a significant financial commitment to Kazakhstan’s transport sector, pledging up to USD 125 million toward a major Eurobond issuance by Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ), the nation’s national railway operator. This investment marks a pivotal moment in the development of Central Asian infrastructure, aiming to […]

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Nila Kartika Wati
Railway Economics
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Global Construction Giants Vie for Poland’s Mega-Project: 26 Bidders Line Up for PLN 1.7 Billion CPK Solidarity Transport Hub Preparatory Works

WARSAW — Poland’s ambitious vision for a central transportation nexus is gathering formidable momentum. In a strong demonstration of international market confidence, twenty-six companies from across the globe—including key engineering and infrastructure heavyweights from Poland, Spain, and Turkey—have officially submitted tenders for the foundational preparatory works at the Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (CPK) Solidarity Transport Hub […]

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rifanmuazin
Railway Technology
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Siemens Mobility and VinSpeed Forge Strategic Alliance to Revolutionize Vietnam’s High-Speed Rail Network

In a landmark development for Southeast Asian infrastructure, Siemens Mobility has officially entered into a strategic partnership with VinSpeed High-Speed Railway Investment and Development Joint Stock Company—a specialized entity under the Vingroup conglomerate. The agreement, structured as a comprehensive framework, positions the German engineering giant as the primary technology partner for Vietnam’s ambitious transition into […]

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Azzam Bilal Chamdy
Railway Sustainability
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Russian Railways Pioneers Green Transition with Next-Generation Hydrogen and Gas-Diesel Locomotives

MOSCOW — As global transportation networks face mounting pressure to decarbonize, Russian Railways (RZD) is accelerating its transition toward environmentally sustainable rolling stock. The state-owned railway giant is aggressively pursuing alternative power traction units, highlighted by significant investments in hydrogen fuel cells and hybrid gas-diesel technologies. Speaking at the prestigious PRO//Motion.Expo held in the Shcherbinka […]

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Ammar Sabilarrohman
Railway Maintenance
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Alstom Solidifies Rail Dominance in India with €107 Million Maintenance Extension for WAG-12B Fleet

In a significant reinforcement of its industrial footprint in South Asia, Alstom, the global leader in sustainable mobility, has secured a new maintenance contract valued at €107 million. The agreement, centered on the high-performance WAG-12B electric freight locomotives, marks a pivotal milestone in the long-standing collaboration between the French multinational and Indian Railways. By extending […]

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Siti Muinah