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World Rail Market Study predicts continuing growth following Covid rebound
INTERNATIONAL: The demand for railway products and services is expected to continue growing steadily over the next five years, according to the 11th World Rail Market Study commissioned by European suppliers’ association UNIFE. Launched at InnoTrans 2026, the study undertaken for UNIFE by Bain & Co looks at developments in market size across 66 countries accounting for 99% of global demand.
Brightline insists that restructuring will be ‘a catalyst for further growth’
A Brightline inter-city train calls at Boca Raton station in southern Florida. USA: Florida inter-city operator Brightline has announced a financial restructuring of its parent holding company aimed at securing the future of its Miami – Orlando passenger service.
Digital Automatic Coupler project reaches ‘a turning point’ as high level demonstration celebrates progress towards commercial deployment
INNOTRANS: Progress with the development and deployment of the Digital Automatic Coupler was celebrated with a high-level demonstration event on September 23, hosted by the Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking with support from partners in the FP5TRANS4M-R, FP5-DACtiVate, DACFit and FP5-Future4Freight projects. Held at Havelländische Eisenbahn’s yard on the outskirts of Spandau, the event brought together around 100 participants from across the European rail freight sector.
Škoda Group and TSC launch PZB app
INNOTRANS: As part of its strategy to support multiple train protection systems on its software-based ETCS onboard unit, Škoda Group subsidiary The Signalling Company announced at InnoTrans on September 23 that it was adding a PZB application to its portfolio. Emphasising TSC’s philosophy of ‘simplicity, speed and scalability’, Managing Director Alexandre Bétis explained that it was easy to add extra functionality to the universal iEVC-RailOS digital platform.
Reforms will support a stronger rail sector, says European Transport Commissioner
INNOTRANS: ‘I am a huge fan of rail’, declared European Transport Commissioner Apostolas Tzitzikostas, addressing the opening ceremony of InnoTrans 2026 in Berlin on September 22. But ‘I believe the sector is currently selling itself short.’ As well as the huge variety of technologies on show from more than 3 000 exhibitors, he welcomed the presence of industry leaders and decision makers from around the world, providing unrivalled opportunities to share knowledge and exchange experience.
Simplification will be key to making a success of European rail freight
Equipping a freight wagon with digital automatic coupling (DAC). EUROPE: Greater simplification of the regulatory and technical ecosystems will be key to boosting the competitiveness of rail freight, delegates were told while travelling to InnoTrans on the European Train from Brussels which was organised by Europe’s Rail, DG Move and partners.
ETCS Level 2 goes live in Queensland
A Queensland Rail SMU at Shorncliffe. The SMU and NGR sets are being retrofitted with ETCS onboard equipment. AUSTRALIA: Queensland Rail has begun carrying passengers in trains operating with ETCS Level 2, as part of the phased introduction of the technology to the Brisbane suburban network. ETCS is being rolled out across South East Queensland as part of a wider rail network modernisation ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Melbourne confirms X’trapolis EMU follow-on order
The first of the 25 X'trapolis 2.0 EMUs ordered in 2021 entered service earlier this year. AUSTRALIA: The Victoria state government has exercised its option to order a further 25 X’trapolis 2.0 electric multiple-units from Alstom for use on the Melbourne suburban network. The €270m contract announced by Alstom on August 4 follows an initial order for 25 placed in 2021, bringing the total fleet on order to 50 trains.
‘A gateway for African trade’: work starts on latest phase of Tanzania’s standard gauge line
A foundation stone for the new line was unveiled by the President in Kigoma. TANZANIA: President Samia Suluhu Hassan has officially marked the start of construction on the sixth phase of the country’s Standard Gauge Railway by laying a foundation stone in Kigoma. Valued at TSh7.5tr (€2.5bn), the Lot 6 contract covers the construction of the Tabora – Uvinza – Kigoma section, which will extend the strategic Central Corridor of the 1 435 mm gauge network westwards to the shores of Lake Tanganyika.
Melbourne’s next generation of trams enters service
G class tam 7006 approaches the Flinders Street terminus in Elizabeth Street working a Route 59 service on the first day of public operation. AUSTRALIA: The first of 100 Next Generation Trams being built for use in Melbourne have entered service on routes serving the northwest of the city. Ordered by the Victoria state government under an A$700m contract awarded in 2022, the G class trams are being built at Alstom’s Dandenong plant with more than 65% local content.
Work starts on next stage of Gold Coast ETCS installation
AUSTRALIA: Hitachi Rail has started work on a further stage in the deployment of the European Train Control System on the Brisbane – Gold Coast railway, ahead of the region hosting the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The company had previously been selected by Queensland’s Department of Transport & Main Roads and Queensland Rail as a key delivery partner for the upgrading of the southeast Queensland rail network, where more than 200 route-km is being equipped with digital signalling.
Queensland awards first Sunshine Coast ETCS contract
NGR700 EMUs are now operating across the Southeast Queensland suburban network. AUSTRALIA: Alstom has been awarded the first contract to equip Queensland’s main line network with the European Train Control System. The A$114m package awarded by the state’s Department of Transport & Main Roads is the initial tranche of an A$354m framework contract covering Stage 1 of The Wave project.
Aachen leads global field at 15th IMechE Railway Challenge
INTERNATIONAL: No fewer than 13 teams from six countries around the world participated in the 15th annual Railway Challenge competition organised by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers’ Railway Division. The fh2rail group from Fachhochschule Aachen once again took the top honours, ahead of a closely-packed field including the first entries from both Australia and France.
Ground surveys start for São Paulo metro Line 22
Line 22 would have interchanges with several other rail corridors in the São Paulo metropolitan region. BRAZIL: Geotechnical investigations have started for the proposed metro Line 22-Marrom, which is intended to relieve the congested Raposo Tavares highway in the west of the São Paulo Metropolitan Region.
Canadian National remains on track despite trade and weather woes
Good harvest Published on 2026-06-17 at 08:16 Image: Shutterstock © Rail freight operator Canadian National (CN) has faced tough circumstances in recent history. Challenging weather conditions and US tariffs have thrown the operator, which also operates in the American Midwest, a curveball. Nevertheless, Canadian National is benefiting from a strong grain harvest and its recent investment in capacity expansion. Subscribe to gain access to all news Already have a subscription? Log in.
Freight: Canadian National builds back
Despite challenging weather conditions and the uncertainties posed by US tariffs, Canadian National is benefiting from a strong grain harvest and its recent investment in capacity expansion. Chris Jackson investigates. ‘Our strong commercial and operating performance allows us to fully leverage the strength of our network, enabling us to capture incremental volume’, explained Canadian National President & CEO Tracy Robinson, presenting the railway’s first quarter results for 2026 on April 29.
Siemens Mobility launches Vectron X locomotives with built-in digital ecosystem
INTERNATIONAL: Siemens Mobility has launched a ‘digital’ version of its proven Vectron locomotive family. Chris Jackson reports from the company’s München-Allach plant. The centrepiece of the Vectron X is TrainPlay, a new digital layer based on the company’s Xcelerator software, which is intended to create a more digital workplace for drivers and make all relevant data easier to access.
REM extends to serve Montréal’s west island suburbs
Inauguration ceremonies for the branch were held at Fairview–Pointe-Claire station on May 15. CANADA: Regular services have started carrying passengers on the Anse-à-l’Orme branch of Montréal’s Réseau Express Métropolitain automated metro, which adds a further 14 km and four stations to the expanding network.
Comment: Still a long way to go for Deutsche Bahn
Train in Germany Deutsche Bahn has been increasing the spending on long-needed infrastructure works, but so far little improvement is seen, says our Senior Editor Chris Jackson. June 14 is due to see the reopening of Deutsche Bahn’s Hamburg – Berlin main line, following a nine-month closure for refurbishment and upgrading work that had to be extended by a further six weeks as a result of construction delays attributed to severe winter conditions.
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Nowcasting World Trade with a Multi-Region Factor Model
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Signalling: Welsh trial pilots low-cost train detection
Signalling: Welsh trial pilots low-cost train detection By Chris Jackson2026-02-22T06:00:00 Trials on a section of the Heart of Wales Line to detect trains approaching user-worked crossings are intended to pave the way for a suite of signalling applications for rural railways. Chris Jackson reports from Pantyffynnon.
UK: ‘The target is to increase use of the railway’ as GBR starts to take shape
Great British Railways: ‘The target is to increase use of the railway’ By Andrew Grantham and Chris Jackson2026-02-14T06:00:00 Railway Gazette International looks at the current state of progress to create Great British Railways as the public sector body which will run the national rail network.
Rail defects come under scrutiny as Spanish high speed crash investigations continue
SPAIN: Ongoing investigations into the high speed derailment and crash at Adamuz on January 18 have found further evidence pointing towards a rail break as being the primary cause of the tragedy, with the next phase of the inquest focusing on laboratory analysis of the rail section involved in the accident. Chris Jackson reports. Photos: Photo: Junta de Andalucía via Flickr Local and national politicians visiting the crash site on January 20.
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AŽD Praha autonomous train trials successful, commercial operations planned for 2029
Research: AŽD Praha's autonomous train is on track By Chris Jackson2025-11-30T06:00:00 Following successful passenger carrying trials with its prototype autonomous train on the Kopidlnka line, AŽD Praha is looking to optimise the technology for commercial operations to start in 2029. Chris Jackson reports from Dětenice.
Comment: Union Pacific Norfolk Southern merger proposal sparks US rail consolidation debate
Comment: To merge or not to merge By Chris Jackson2025-10-08T11:00:00 Union Pacific’s $85bn proposal to acquire Norfolk Southern has reignited merger speculation across the US rail industry, with activist investors urging rival operators to explore consolidation options amid changing market dynamics. However, this M&A frenzy could yet prove a risky distraction for the sector, warns Senior Editor Chris Jackson.
US President Donald Trump made his previous state visit when the late Queen Elizabeth II was on the throne
Pomp and politics, warm words, tech deals and a sumptuous state banquet. Britain pulled out all the stops to welcome US President Donald Trump.
US President Donald Trump made his previous state visit when the late Queen Elizabeth II was on the throne
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US President Donald Trump made his previous state visit when the late Queen Elizabeth II was on the throne
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US President Donald Trump walked ahead of King Charles III to inspect a Guard of Honour during a ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle
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US President Donald Trump walked ahead of King Charles III to inspect a Guard of Honour during a ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle
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US President Donald Trump walked ahead of King Charles III to inspect a Guard of Honour during a ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle
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King Charles III will host Donald Trump at Windsor Castle as the US president receives his second UK state visit
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King Charles III will host Donald Trump at Windsor Castle as the US president receives his second UK state visit
Donald Trump will get the red carpet treatment this week on an unprecedented second UK state visit, as Britain counts on royal pomp and circumstance to woo the unpredictable US president.
King Charles III will host Donald Trump at Windsor Castle as the US president receives his second UK state visit
President Donald Trump will get the red carpet treatment this week on an unprecedented second UK state visit, as Britain counts on royal pomp and circumstance to woo the unpredictable US leader.
King Charles III will host Donald Trump at Windsor Castle as the US president receives his second UK state visit
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King Charles III will host Donald Trump at Windsor Castle as the US president receives his second UK state visit
Donald Trump will get the red carpet treatment this week on an unprecedented second UK state visit, as Britain counts on royal pomp and circumstance to woo the unpredictable US president.
King Charles III will host Donald Trump at Windsor Castle as the US president receives his second UK state visit
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