Modernization of Vienna’s Cross-City Line to begin this fall
Photo: ÖBB / Andreas Scheiblecker The modernization of Vienna’s Cross-City Line is entering the implementation phase, as the assessments conducted over the past few months—following the conclusion of a legal proceeding that lasted 1,300 days—have been completed. Official approval for the project has been granted, and the main construction work will begin in September 2026 […]
Trinity Metro’s Andreski Approved for Contract Renewal
The Trinity Metro Board of Directors have voted unanimously to approve a seven-year contract renewal for President and CEO Richard Andreski, “reaffirming the Board’s strong confidence in his leadership and the future direction of the agency.” Since arriving at Trinity Metro four years ago, Andreski has led a period of “transformation and momentum” for the […]
Preventing Catastrophic Rail Failures with Continuous Fleet-Based Track Monitoring
Figure 5: Comparison across repeated train measurements (200m). Significant amplitude in D1 range (Circled in red), showing at the 1st February (left chart) and at next measurement (right chart). © Televic Rail From signal to decision Single peak → possible transient or vehicle effect Repeated geo-localized peak → infrastructure condition Increasing amplitude → degradation trend […]
Illinois ‘Murder Mystery’ Dinner Train Rides
Home › Murder Mystery Trains › Illinois Published: May 19, 2026 By: Adam Burns Illinois, known for its vibrant culture and rich history, provides a tapestry of experiences for locals and tourists alike. Among its diverse offerings, one of the most unique and captivating experiences is the murder mystery dinner train. These seductively enigmatic events allow […]
FAMOS Reader 2026: Free Software Tool Displays Parquet Measurement Data Directly in Windows Explorer
imc Test & Measurement introduces FAMOS Reader 2026, an updated version of its free measurement data analysis software. The new version enables the quick review and visualization of measurement data and, for the first time, supports the direct preview of Apache Parquet files in Microsoft Windows Explorer. Apache ParquetTM has established itself as a powerful […]
Athens is bringing back metro trains that are over 40 years old
The first refurbished train on Line 1 of the Athens Metro—the former ISAP network connecting Piraeus to Kifissia—is expected to enter service this summer, following the completion of testing. The train is part of a broader program through which STASY, the public company that operates the metro and tram system in the Greek capital, is […]
HS2 Costs and Timetable Increased as Government Announces Project Reset
The UK Government has announced revised costs and delivery timeframes for HS2, with the Transport Secretary outlining plans to reset the high-speed rail project following what ministers described as “years of mismanagement.” Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said the Government would aim to deliver the railway “as quickly as possible and at the lowest reasonable cost” […]
REM Reaches Montréal’s West Island
The 8.7-mile (14-kilometer) Anse-à-l’Orme branch of Réseau express métropolitain (REM) was commissioned May 18, marking the system’s official arrival in Montréal’s West Island. It offers riders four new stations located in the cities of Pointe-Claire, Kirkland and Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue (see maps below). On Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, the four stations on the Anse-à-l’Orme […]
HS2 could cost more than £100bn and may not open until 2039, says minister
HS2 could cost more than £100 billion and may not open until 2039, Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has announced. The Cabinet minister told the Commons she was “angry” about the “obscene increase in time and costs”, which she blamed on “the failures of successive Conservative governments”. She said the expected cost of completing the high-speed […]
Ride the Rocket Returns for Spectacular Fireworks Extravaganza
A magical evening of steam, spectacle and fireworks is set to light up the Dee Valley this autumn as the Llangollen Railway launches ticket sales for its hugely anticipated “Ride the Rocket” experience on Saturday, 7 November 2026. Departing from Llangollen Railway Station at 6pm, passengers will enjoy a return steam-hauled journey to Corwen aboard […]