Deutsche Bahn to Improve Comfort on Long-Distance Trains
Deutsche Bahn and the German federal government have presented a joint programme aimed at improving comfort for passengers on long-distance services, with changes due to take effect during 2026. The initiative forms part of the government’s broader Agenda for Satisfied Customers on the Rails, which focuses on operational improvements across the network. Deutsche Bahn (DB) […]
Amtrak Sets Revised Plan for Long-Distance Rail Fleet Replacement
Amtrak has announced a revised strategy to replace its long-distance passenger railcars, outlining a shift towards a standardised single-level fleet across all routes and the cancellation of a previous procurement focused on bi-level trains. The publicly funded operator said the decision followed an internal assessment of operational challenges linked to running a mixed fleet of […]
Construction Begins on Station at Toronto’s East Harbour Transit Hub
Work has started on the principal station building for the East Harbour Transit Hub, a major new interchange in the eastern part of Toronto. The hub is located east of the Don Valley Parkway and south of Eastern Avenue and is planned as a connection point for the Lakeshore East and Stouffville GO rail lines […]
Dual Inventive Launches a New Company Website
Dual Inventive has officially launched its brand-new company website, introducing a modernised digital presence that better reflects who they are, what they do and the technology solutions they provide to enhance rail safety and efficiency. The website presents: A Fresh, Modern Look and Experience Visitors to the new website will immediately notice the sleek, contemporary […]
ICE Trains to Serve Brussels Airport Under DB and Brussels Airlines Cooperation
A new agreement between Deutsche Bahn (DB) and Brussels Airlines will introduce the first direct ICE rail connection to Brussels Airport, linking western Germany with the airport through a combined rail-and-air booking offer. The partnership is based on a codeshare arrangement that allows passengers to purchase a single ticket covering both train and flight segments. […]
Sécheron’s Exhibitions 2026 | Railway-News
Our teams at Sécheron are looking forward to meeting you at the worldwide exhibitions in 2026! We continue to position ourselves as one of the leading global suppliers of electrical and electronic safety components and solutions, as well as traction power systems for the railway industry. Our commitment involves crafting and supplying top-tier solutions and services […]
An Interview with… Steve Ramsay, EH Smith Civils Solutions
Naylor was delighted to sponsor the Builders Merchants Awards’ ‘Civils Merchant of the Year’ Award for the second year running in 2025 and to present the award to the winners, EH Smith Civils Solutions. Here, we interview Steve Ramsay, the company’s National Sales Manager, about the business and its plans for the future. Steve, please […]
Egyptian Transport Minister Stresses Importance of New High-Speed Rail Network
Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, Kamel Al Wazir, has stressed the importance of Egypt’s new high-speed rail network project and digital transformation in supporting both the transport and industrial sectors across the country. Speaking during a panel discussion at an event celebrating 125 of Siemens’ presence in Egypt; […]
The Cyber Resilience Act: Implications for the Global Rail Industry
The Cyber Resilience Act: Implications for the Global Rail Industry Webinar When: Thu 26th March 2026 The EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) is set to reshape the rail supply chain. This webinar explores practical steps for operators and suppliers to ensure compliance, transparency and security across the asset lifecycle. Industry experts join Nomad Digital’s cyber-security compliance […]
UK: Lumo Celebrates Apprenticeship Progression
Open access operator Lumo has shared news that sixteen of new apprentices have made the switch from the classroom to the cab of its Class 222 fleet. The operator is currently gearing up to launch a new service along the West Coast Main Line in the coming months, joining its existing services on the East […]