Tender for signalling on Madrid’s C-5 commuter line
Photo: Renfe Adif will launch the tender for the renewal of signaling equipment on Madrid’s C-5 commuter line (part of the Madrid Cercanías network), after receiving authorization from the Spanish government. The contract is estimated to be worth EUR 32 million and may be co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The contract covers […]
AAR: North American Rail Volume Up Slightly Through Week 16
North American rail volume on nine reporting U.S., Canadian, and Mexican railroads came in at 11,043,603 carloads and intermodal units for the 16-week period ending April 25, 2026, the AAR reported April 29. Cumulative volume in the U.S. was 8,016,798 carloads and intermodal containers and trailers, up 1.7% from the same point last year; in […]
Florida Mother’s Day Train Rides (2026)
Home › Tourism › Mother’s Day Rides › Florida Published: April 29, 2026 By: Adam Burns Mother’s Day is a special occasion that calls for unique and memorable experiences. For those looking to celebrate this day in an extraordinary way, Florida offers a variety of scenic and historic train rides that cater to families seeking adventure, […]
Italo targets Germany with new Velaro high-speed fleet to challenge ICE dominance [updated]
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The railway project between Oman and the United Arab Emirates is 40% complete
Hafeet Rail announced that the railway project connecting Oman and the United Arab Emirates is 40% complete, marking one of the region’s most significant joint infrastructure, transportation, and logistics initiatives. The line will be 238 kilometers long and is designed to support both freight traffic and future passenger services between the two countries. Hafeet Rail […]
Intramotev, Austria’s ÖBB Forge TugVolt Commercial Agreement
St. Louis, Mo.-based Intramotev, developer of the TugVolt autonomous battery-electric freight railcar, has entered into a commercial agreement with Rail Cargo Group, the freight subsidiary of Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). The operation of TugVolt railcars in Austria marks Intramotev’s “first regulated use case and first international deployment,” the manufacturer reported April 27. ÖBB Rail Cargo […]
PRSL Timetables (September, 1937)
PRSL Timetables (September, 1937) Apr 28, 26 10:52 PM Presented below is the Pennsyvlania-Reading Seashore Lines’ public timetables from the September, 1937 issue of the “Official Guide.” Read More Union Pacific Unveils Big Boy 4014’s Eastern Leg Apr 28, 26 06:51 PM Union Pacific Railroad has officially announced the long-anticipated eastern leg of its 2026 […]
Budapest’s rail transport enters a new phase of development
Photo: BKK Budapest’s urban rail transport system serves as the backbone of mobility in the Hungarian capital, providing fast and sustainable daily travel for millions of residents. In 2025, the network operated by BKK, the city’s public transport authority, carried over one billion passengers, and the tram fleet exceeded 600 vehicles—one of the largest in […]
Geoforce Lands Railcar Telematics Contract From U.S. Army
Plano, Tex.-based Geoforce on April 28 reported being awarded the U.S. Army Transportation Command (ARTRANS) Rail Car In-Transit Visibility (ITV) contract via its wholly owned AssetLink Global subsidiary. The multi-year contract, which began deployment in December 2025, “provides tracking and remote monitoring for Department of War-owned railcars using advanced capabilities including load and impact detection […]
Union Pacific Unveils Big Boy 4014’s Eastern Leg
Union Pacific Unveils Big Boy 4014’s Eastern Leg Apr 28, 26 06:51 PM Union Pacific Railroad has officially announced the long-anticipated eastern leg of its 2026 “Coast-to-Coast Tour” featuring the legendary Union Pacific 4014, the world’s largest operating steam locom… Read More Wabash Railroad Timetables (August, 1952) Apr 28, 26 04:49 PM Featured here is […]