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First operator transfers to public sector under UK rail nationalisation programme
UK: South Western Railway becomes the first contracted passenger train operator to pass to the public sector under the government’s nationalisation programme in the early hours of May 26.
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Arriva awarded Plzeň train operating contract
CZECH REPUBLIC: Arriva Vlaky has been chosen to operate Plzeň - Domažlice regional passenger service P3.
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Mountain railway orders ‘most beautiful’ rack trains
SWITZERLAND: Transports Montreux-Vevey-Riviera has awarded Stadler a contract to supply eight rack trainsets with large panoramic windows enabling tourists to enjoy views of the Alps and Lac Léman.
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Mainz orders modern trams to meet modern needs
GERMANY: Following a European tender Škoda has been selected to supply 22 trams to Mainz in 2028-30.
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Railway supply industry news round-up
This week’s news from the global railway supply chain.
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Downtown Redmond Link Extension opens
USA: Sound Transit’s light rail 2 Line was extended to Downtown Redmond on May 10.
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USA: Private sector can lead a passenger revival
Californian start-up Dreamstar Lines is seeking to launch a network of privately funded night trains across the USA. Co-founder & CEO Joshua Dominic issues a rallying call for private investment to fill the gaps in transport provision across North America.
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Electrification, local branding and through trains in ambitious Network North Wales vision
UK: The Welsh goverment has announced a multi-year vision to create a Network North Wales integrated public transport system with frequent rail services at its heart. This would include ‘metro style’ train services and a through service between Wrexham and Liverpool.
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Italy – Germany high speed train service to launch in December 2026
EUROPE: An agreement for the operation of direct Frecciarossa high speed train services linking Italy and Germany via Austria has been signed by national operators Trenitalia, DB and ÖBB.
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Italy – Germany high speed train service to launch in December
EUROPE: An agreement for the operation of direct Frecciarossa high speed train services linking Italy and Germany via Austria has been signed by national operators Trenitalia, DB and ÖBB.
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Options to replace diesel traction to be studied
EUROPE: The Association of European Rail Rolling Stock Lessors has begun the second phase of work to develop a roadmap to net zero for train operators.
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TAZARA allocated funding as concession agreement awaited
TANZANIA: Minister of Transport Makame Mbarawa has announced a total allocation of TSh27·3bn from the 2025-26 national budget for Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority.
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Indian and German firms to collaborate to supply rail batteries
INDIA: TKIL Industries and Hoppecke Batterie Systeme are to work together to develop and supply high performance battery systems in the Indian rail and metro markets.
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Uber partners with Gemini for Channel Tunnel train plan
EUROPE: Ridesharing app company Uber has announced a co-branding partnership with Gemini Trains, which is developing plans to launch open access passenger services through the Channel Tunnel
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Signals removed from ETCS commuter railway
UK: Lineside signals have been removed from the Northern City Line into London’s Moorgate terminus, which is now operated using ETCS Level 2.
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‘It makes sense to do hydrogen’ trains on the right routes, says Lhyfe
EUROPE: Hydrogen trains now offer a viable lower cost alternative to electrification on lightly-used regional lines, says Matthieu Guesné, CEO of green hydrogen producer Lhyfe.
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German rail infrastucture is a problem for Europe, freight associations say
GERMANY: European and national rail freight associations have written to the new federal transport minister raising concerns about DB InfraGO failing to provide the required infrastructure quality and customer-oriented information.
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Siemens Mobility to co-operate with Poznań University of Technology
POLAND: Siemens Mobility is to support the study of topics relating to rolling stock mechanics and manufacturing at Poznań University of Technology, and provide opportunities for students and graduates.
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Urban transport industry news round-up
This week’s round-up of news from the urban transport sector.
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Mayor makes another bid for station devolution
UK: Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has called for powers to take over and regenerate disused railway land and derelict station buildings.
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