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Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu stated within the framework of the updated Shelter Regulation that the existing transportation and communication networks in Turkey are limited to daily transportation and communication functions [continued …]

50-Year-Old Concrete Barrier for Tram Line in Konya

Konya Metropolitan Municipality is constructing concrete barriers using a slip form system on the Court-County Hospital-Stadium Tram Line. Konya Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Uğur İbrahim Altay, the history of Konya is [continued…]

China has entered the 350 km/h era in freight transportation

China has launched a new high-speed freight train line that will significantly strengthen the country’s logistics network between the central and southern regions. Going into service on Saturday morning, [more…]

Chinese Railway Investments Increased by 5.7% in the First 10 Months of 2025

China continues its steady progress towards strengthening and modernizing its railway infrastructure. According to data announced by China State Railway Group Limited, the country’s railway construction remains firmly on track [continued…]

Turkey’s Metro Tunnels Can Provide Shelter for 1.37 Million People

16/11/2025

Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, in his statement within the framework of the updated Shelter Regulation, stated that the existing transportation and communication networks in Turkey are limited to daily transportation and communication functions [more…]

50 Years of Concrete Barrier for the Tramway Line in Konya

16/11/2025

Konya Metropolitan Municipality is constructing concrete barriers with a slip form system on the Adliye-Şehir Hospital-Stadium Tram Line. Konya Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Uğur İbrahim Altay, Konya’s history [see more…]

China has entered the 350 km/h speed era in freight transportation

16/11/2025

China has launched a new high-speed freight train line that will significantly strengthen the logistics network between the country’s central and southern regions. It became operational on Saturday morning [more…]

Chinese Railway Investments Increased by 5.7% in the First 10 Months of 2025

15/11/2025

China continues its determined progress towards strengthening and modernizing its railway infrastructure. According to data released by China State Railway Group Limited, the country’s railway construction remains steady [more…]

Delhi Metro Opens to Global Market

15/11/2025

Delhi Metro Rail System (DMRC) has established a new international branch called Delhi Metro International Limited (DMIL) to bring its operational expertise to the international market. This move, [more…]

No bids were received for Groningen’s Hydrogen Train tender

15/11/2025

Groningen province in the Netherlands has decided to withdraw from the “hydrogen trains” project, which has drawn great public interest. This decision comes after no manufacturer bid on the tender launched by the province and the officials’ [continued…]

Train accident in Slovakia: At least 18 injured

10/11/2025

It was announced that at least 18 people were injured in an accident caused by a collision of two passenger trains near Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia.

Via Rail Canada Has Launched Winter Travel Discounts

10/11/2025

Via Rail Canada has re-launched the “Canada Strong Pass” campaign in the winter season to support Canadian families and young travelers. This campaign offers free and [continued…]

Great Success in Chennai Metro Phase 2 Construction

10/11/2025

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has passed an important milestone in the construction of Phase 2, Corridor 4. With the completion of the final U-girder at Voyalanallur Casting Yard, the 8-kilometer [continued…]

Sivas-Ankara High-Speed Train Runs to Passenger Record

Sivas-Ankara High-Speed Train (HSR) Line, which is shown as one of Turkey’s most important investments in the field of transport, has achieved a great acceleration in the number of passengers since its commissioning in 2023. The fact that it significantly shortens the travelling time and offers a comfortable transportation stand 🚄

Alternatives in Public Transport in Sakarya are Multiplying

Mayor of Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality Yusuf Alemdar came together with the mukhtars at the breakfast programme of All Adapazarı Mukhtars Association and shared the decisive steps to strengthen the public transport culture in the city. Alemdar emphasised that the most important parameter of transportation is public transport and stated that 🚄

High Speed Train to Eastern Anatolia: A Two-Phase Strategy

Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu announced the plans for the high-speed train line that will extend to Erzincan, Erzurum and Kars. Minister Uraloğlu stated that the project will be realised not in one go, but in a phased process. This strategy aims to rapidly improve the region’s railway 🚄

Catastrophic Train Accident in Romania: 4 Dead at Barrier-less Crossing

In a disastrous accident at a railway crossing between Vidra and Jilava stations in Ilfov County near Bucharest, Romania, a passenger train hit a car. As a result of the accident, 4 people in the vehicle died and 1 person was injured. Details of the accident and barrier-free crossing The 🚄

Direct Freight Train Services Between Iran and Russia Started

Iran and Russia took an important step by deepening their cooperation within the strategically important North-South International Transport Corridor (INSTC). The two countries officially launched direct freight train services on the eastern route of the corridor. 6500 Kilometre First Voyage: Getting to Aprin Land Port The first direct freight train 🚄

Record Delay on German Railways

Deutsche Bahn (DB), Germany’s symbol of railway transport, has recorded the worst performance in its history with its delay rates in long distance trains. The data released by the WB once again highlighted the deep problems in the country’s railway system. Record Decline in October: 51.5 per cent Punctuality In 🚄

India to Produce 800 Vande Bharat Trains by 2030

Indian Railways has set an ambitious target to address the inefficiency of suburban transport in the country and modernise the railway network: 800 Vande Bharat trains by 2030. This massive production plan aims to radically transform India’s railway sector. Vande Bharat Platform Development and New Projects Since their commissioning in 🚄

Talgo 230 Trains Run Between Copenhagen and Hamburg

The ambitious railway connection project between Denmark and Germany has made a significant start with the launch of the ‘Talgo 230’ high-speed trains between Copenhagen and Hamburg, a joint project between DSB and Talgo. These new trains strengthen the railway networks of the two countries and support their sustainable transport 🚄

Kanpur Metro Line 2 Project Gains Speed

The Kanpur Metro Line 2 project has entered an important phase with Efkon India being awarded the contract for the line’s electrical and mechanical (E&M) systems. This development marks a critical milestone in the expansion of Uttar Pradesh’s urban transport network and will strengthen connectivity in South Kanpur. Kanpur Metro 🚄

Digitalisation of the Swiss Railway Network

Siemens Mobility and Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) have signed a long-term framework agreement to radically modernise the Swiss railway network. This giant project will increase the efficiency, capacity and reliability of the country’s railway infrastructure and realise the digital railway vision of the future. 500 Signalling Centres to be Renewed 🚄

Where will Hatay Tram Lines Pass?

Antakya, the heart of Hatay, which is preparing to get the big transport move it has been waiting for many years, is entering a brand new era with a nostalgic tram project that will revive the historical texture and a second tram project that will meet the modern transport needs 🚄

Stadler Wagons Successfully Passed Kazakhstan Winter Tests

The passenger wagons manufactured by Stadler at its factory in Astana, Kazakhstan, have successfully completed a series of tests in the country’s harsh northern climatic conditions. These tests proved that the new wagons can offer passengers a comfortable and high-quality travelling experience despite extreme temperatures. Engineers tested the functionality of 🚄

Domestic Production Driverless Wagons Coming to Mumbai Metro

India-based rail system manufacturer Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd (TRSL) has signed a giant agreement worth $282 million with the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). The agreement covers the design, manufacture, supply and commissioning of 132 driverless metro wagons for the Mumbai Metro Line-5 project. TRSL will provide the technical 🚄

New Step in Zero Emission Transport in Australia

Progress Rail has delivered two BE14.5BB battery electric locomotives to Australia for Fortescue, marking a significant advance in its zero-emission mine rail transport solutions. Delivered to Fortescue by Progress Rail, a US-based subsidiary of Caterpillar, these 14.5 MWh mainline locomotives were assembled at the factory in Brazil. Fortescue intends to 🚄

£2 Million Investment from Alstom to the UK

French rail giant Alstom has cemented its long-term commitment to the UK with the construction of new offices and the opening of advanced HVAC refurbishment facilities on the historic Crewe Works site. this £2 million (approximately $2.55 million) project brings together technology, sustainability and community development in a single centre. 🚄

Exploring Goa’s Heritage by Luxury Train

IRCTC’s Golden Chariot train, offering a luxury tourism package, reached Madgaon Railway Station on Thursday. A caravan of international tourists flocked to the city to explore Goa’s rich cultural heritage on this special train. Such luxury and thematic tours are seen as part of the goal of promoting sustainable tourism 🚄

Amtrak Modernises Boston Train Station