Alabama – Murder Mystery – Dinner Train Rides
Home › Murder Mystery Trains › Alabama Published: May 13, 2026 By: Adam Burns In the heart of Alabama, a unique experience awaits those who are both culinary enthusiasts and mystery aficionados. Imagine a setting where the charm of vintage railcars meets the enigmatic allure of a whodunit, all while savoring a gourmet meal. This is […]
New BRG Report Examines What Drives Disputes in Global Rail Projects
A new report from the Berkeley Research Group (BRG) aims to examine what drives disputes and outcomes across the rail project lifecycle. In Risk of Derailment: What Is Driving Disputes in Global Railway Projects?, BRG draws on insights from industry practitioners, legal specialists and technical experts from across Europe, Asia-Pacific (APAC), the Middle East and […]
European Commission unveils passenger package to tackle fragmented rail booking systems
EUROPE – The European Commission proposed a comprehensive package of three regulations on May 13 designed to simplify the booking of multi-leg rail journeys across Europe. The new rules aim to establish a framework for single-ticket bookings across different operators and expand passenger rights during disruptions. The proposals to improve international rail ticketing were first […]
Companies selected for Sydney’s biggest ticketing system overhaul
Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) has awarded two contracts for the complete modernisation of Sydney’s ticketing system. The contracts form part of the Opal Next Generation programme, also known as Opal 2.0. Valued at AUD 820 million (USD 593 million), Opal 2.0 is the most significant project aimed at delivering faster, more affordable and […]
CPKC CEO Criticises Refiled UP-NS Merger Application
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) chief executive Keith Creel has criticised the revised merger application submitted by Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern to the Surface Transportation Board, arguing that the proposal does not meet regulatory expectations and could increase risks across the US freight rail sector. In a statement, Creel said the revised application, refiled […]
Santo Domingo monorail contract awarded
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC: Mass rapid transit project promoter Fitram has awarded the National Consortium for Integrated Mobility a 28.99bn pesos contract to design and construct civil works and railway systems on the first 10·5 km section of the Santo Domingo monorail. The CNMI consortium is made up in equal parts of Constructora Moyeda and Hércules Construcciones […]
LA Metro Purple Line Grows
Effective Friday, May 8 at 12:30 PM, the subway system operated by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) became 3.92 miles longer, with the opening of three new stations under Wilshire Boulevard in West Los Angeles and Beverly Hills. LA Metro The new stations are located at LaBrea Avenue, Fairfax Avenue and LaCienega […]
US: Final Rail Segment Installed on Maryland’s Purple Line
The final segment of rail has officially installed at Purple Line 16th Street – Woodside Station, marking the completion of 193,100 feet of track connecting Prince George’s and Montgomery counties. Laid by Governor of Maryland Wes Moore, the completion of the final installation marks a major milestone for the Purple Line, which will link the […]
Chicago, Aurora and Elgin Timetables (March, 1940)
Chicago, Aurora and Elgin Timetables (March, 1940) May 13, 26 12:03 AM Featured here is the Roarin’ Elgin’s single page timetable listing from the March, 1940 issue of the “Official Guide Of The Railways.” Read More Algoma Central Railway Timetables (March, 1940) May 12, 26 11:51 PM Highlighted here is the Algoma Central Railway’s single […]
DB Regio Introduces Ticket Purchase Options via Google Maps
DB Regio has announced that customers will now be able to book tickets directly through Google Maps. The company has extended its partnership with Google in an effort to provide travellers with more ticket purchasing options. Customers can now purchase train tickets directly through Google Maps © DB Regio DB Regio has stated that it […]