Croatia’s largest railway project moves into execution phase
Croatia’s largest railway project is entering a decisive new stage following the selection of the contractor that will upgrade and double the Dugo Selo – Novska railway line. The Croatian rail infrastructure manager, HŽ Infrastruktura, has appointed the company that will deliver works on what is considered the most significant railway project in the country’s […]
BNSF Debuts America250 Locomotives – Railway Age
This week, BNSF released three locomotives in an America250 patriotic paint scheme, adding to the growing number of railroads celebrating the upcoming Anniversary. In a press release, Katie Farmer, BNSF Railway president and CEO, said “Few institutions are woven into the fabric of America quite like the railroad, and BNSF is honored to celebrate our […]
Detroit, Toledo & Ironton Timetables (January, 1930)
DM&IR Railroad Timetables (March, 1940) May 15, 26 12:25 AM Highlighted here is the Duluth, Missabe & Iron Range’s timetable listing from the March, 1940 edition of the “Official Guide Of The Railways.” Read More Detroit, Toledo & Ironton Timetables (January, 1930) May 15, 26 12:17 AM Featured here is the Detroit, Toledo & Ironton […]
PKP Cargo signs agreement for military mobility in Poland
PKP Cargo, which is currently undergoing restructuring, is entering the military mobility sector in Poland by signing an agreement with the Ministry of National Defense. The partnership establishes a framework for cooperation to develop the logistics and transport capabilities used by the Polish Armed Forces, in the context of the current tense geopolitical changes. The […]
Amtrak Unveils Freedom250 NextGen Acela – Railway Age
Amtrak on May 7 debuted its Freedom250 NextGen Acela train in Washington, D.C. Amtrak Vice President of Government Affairs and Corporate Communications Ken Altman; U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy; FRA Administrator David Fink; Amtrak Board Member Joel Szabat; and other D.C. leaders took part in the unveiling ceremony. “The train’s design draws inspiration from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s […]
DM&IR Railroad Timetables (March, 1940)
DM&IR Railroad Timetables (March, 1940) May 15, 26 12:25 AM Highlighted here is the Duluth, Missabe & Iron Range’s timetable listing from the March, 1940 edition of the “Official Guide Of The Railways.” Read More Detroit, Toledo & Ironton Timetables (January, 1930) May 15, 26 12:17 AM Featured here is the Detroit, Toledo & Ironton […]
Alstom may sell the Kassel plant where Traxx locomotives are manufactured
Alstom is considering the sale of its locomotive plant in Kassel, Germany, one of the oldest railway manufacturing facilities in Europe. However, discussions with potential buyers are still in the early stages, and the company maintains that no decision has been made. According to the German publication HNA, Alstom has begun discussions with potential buyers […]
NYC Transit Tech Lab Announces 2026 Project Partners
The Transit Tech Lab—a public-private initiative created by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and the Partnership Fund for New York City—on May 14 reported that 18 companies have been selected to conduct proofs of concept at five New York Metropolitan Area partner agencies as part of its eighth annual challenge program. This year’s two challenges […]
Detroit & Mackinac Timetables (January, 1930)
Detroit & Mackinac Timetables (January, 1930) May 14, 26 04:13 PM Featured here is the Detroit & Mackinac Railway’s brief timetable listing from the January, 1930 edition of the “Official Guide Of The Railways.” Read More Friends of the 261 to Host Exclusive Charity Dinner May 14, 26 02:34 PM Friends of the 261, the […]
Siemens Mobility moves to acquire key MERMEC businesses, expanding rail diagnostics and signaling reach
Siemens Mobility has announced a major strategic move in the global railway industry, signing an agreement to acquire several key businesses of Italy’s MERMEC Group, significantly expanding its capabilities in signaling, diagnostics, and railway infrastructure technologies. RFI BTR 813 in Castelmaggiore on 11.11.2024 © Igli Sheldija The acquisition marks a notable strengthening of Siemens Mobility’s […]