Alto Provides Update on Canada’s High-Speed Rail Programme at USHSR Conference
In recent years, Canada’s Alto High-Speed Rail programme has transitioned from concept to a structured delivery phase. As outlined during the US High Speed Rail Conference, the initiative is now in early development following federal approval, with construction set to begin as early as 2029. The programme aims to connect Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Quebec […]
Basalt to acquire track maintenance plant leasing company RELAM
USA: Mid-market utility, power and transport investor Basalt Infrastructure Partners has agreed to acquire track maintenance plant and road-rail vehicle leasing company RELAM from Paceline Equity Partners. RELAM operates a fleet of 1 500 specialised rail maintenance machines, with its customer base including railway infrastructure managers and contractors across the USA and Canada. ‘RELAM is […]
Etihad Rail prepares the public for the launch of passenger trains
Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the United Arab Emirates’ national rail network, has launched a national safety campaign ahead of the introduction of passenger rail services, scheduled for 2026. The campaign aims to raise awareness about safe behavior around railway infrastructure and is part of the preparations for the UAE’s first national passenger […]
US High Speed Rail Conference Gets Underway in Washington D.C.
At the opening of the US High Speed Rail Conference, industry professionals gathered in Washington, D.C. to promote a long-term vision for a nationwide rail network. The conference reasoned that investment in faster passenger services could improve mobility, reduce transport pressures and support economic development. The event, organised by the US High Speed Rail Association […]
Opal 2.0 contracts awarded for major overhaul of Sydney’s transport ticketing
AUSTRALIA: Transport for New South Wales has awarded two contracts for the Opal 2.0 programme to undertake the biggest overhaul of Sydney’s public transport ticketing since the roll out of the smart card based Opal payment system 13 years ago. INIT will deliver an account-based ticketing system, with the card or device used to touch […]
Oberman on Revised Acquisition Application: UP Misunderstands—or Stretches—STB Rules – TD Cowen
Former Surface Transportation Board Chairman Marty Oberman is incrementally cautious on Union Pacific’s revised application for acquiring Norfolk Southern. It may be challenging for the STB to accept the revised application, as he believes it places excessive burden on the Board, given the filing does not address key issues. The STB has until June 1 […]
Alstom & Flox Intelligence Trial AI-Powered Wildlife Detection & Deterrence Software
Alstom has partnered with Flox Intelligence to conduct a series of extensive field tests utilising AI technology that will identify and deter wildlife along rail tracks in Sweden. Preliminary testing has shown that the system has strong potential to reduce the risk of collisions with wild animals – one of the most common causes of […]
Indian contractor picked for Croatia’s ‘largest railway project’ in European debut
CROATIA: Infrastructure manager HŽ Infrastruktura has selected Indian contractor Afcons for what it describes as Croatia’s largest ever railway project, a €677m upgrade of the Dugo Selo – Novska railway line. The selection of Afcons Infrastructure Ltd which was announced on May 11 marks the Indian company’s first move into the European rail market. The […]
RF&P Railroad Timetables (August, 1952)
West Pointe Route Timetables (August, 1952) May 11, 26 08:23 PM Included here is the complete West Point Route timetables, including the Georgia Railroad, from the August, 1952 edition of the “Official Guide.” Read More Virginian Railway Timetables (August, 1952) May 11, 26 04:27 PM Included here is the Virginian Railway’s complete system map and […]
CRRC Celebrates Production of First Fully Automated Train for Hangzhou Metro
CRRC has celebrated the completion of Hangzhou Metro’s first fully automated metro train, which rolled off the production line last month. Built to Hangzhou’s proprietary AH-type specification; the train was developed by CRRC Nanjing Puzhen Rolling Stock Co., Ltd., and will enter service on Hangzhou Metro Line 12 with a maximum operating speed of 100 km/h. The […]