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MBTA expands rail fleet with new Hyundai Rotem agreement
MBTA has signed an agreement with Hyundai Rotem to add 41 more state-of-the-art bi-level commuter rail cars to its fleet, enhancing service and comfort for passengers.
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The term rolling stock in the rail transportation industry refers to any vehicle that moves along a railway track. Global Railway Review’s coverage of rolling stock includes developments and orders placed in mainline and high-speed passenger trains, plus rail freight locomotives and heavy-haul wagons.
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SEPTA awards contract for modern Market-Frankford Line trains
SEPTA has awarded a $724.3 million contract to Hitachi Rail for 200 new trains to upgrade the Market-Frankford Line, with delivery starting in 2029 and full completion by 2031.
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Optimising the Connecting Europe Facility requires modern, interoperable trains, says ALLRAIL
AllRail has announced that the success of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) grants depends on deploying modern, interoperable trains, supported by non-discriminatory EU funding for advanced rail technologies.
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TfL announces planned closures on the Piccadilly line for essential upgrades
TfL advises Piccadilly line customers to plan ahead and allow more time for their journeys due to temporary closures in August 2024 for vital upgrades, in preparation for the new fleet of trains arriving from 2025.
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Railway upgrades to impact Bakerloo line and London Overground in August 2024
Essential railway upgrades will affect Bakerloo line and London Overground passengers from 3 August to 8 August 2024, with improvements aimed at enhancing reliability and preventing future disruptions.
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Liebherr to supply propane-based HVAC systems for Stadler Polska trains
Liebherr-Transportation Systems will provide 80 propane-based HVAC systems to Stadler Polska, marking its first series-produced units using this eco-friendly refrigerant.
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New train services to connect Manchester, West Midlands and London Euston
London Northwestern Railway has announced plans to extend services between Manchester, the West Midlands and London Euston, enhancing connectivity and capacity with new electric trains starting in 2026.
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California High-Speed Rail clears final hurdle to link San Francisco to Downtown Los Angeles
The California High-Speed Rail Authority Board of Directors has cleared the final environmental hurdle for the 38-mile Palmdale to Burbank segment, paving the way for transformative high-speed rail connectivity across the state.
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Metro do Porto’s Yellow Line extension highlights advanced signalling systems
The recent inauguration of Metro do Porto's Yellow Line extension features advanced signalling systems by Alstom, enhancing the efficiency and safety of Oporto’s light rail network.
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Avanti West Coast completes historic Pendolino fleet refurbishment
Avanti West Coast celebrates the successful conclusion of its £117 million project to refurbish all 56 Pendolino trains, marking a significant upgrade milestone on the UK's West Coast Main Line.
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KiwiRail’s Wairarapa locomotives adopt low emission technology
KiwiRail's vintage locomotives in Wairarapa have been equipped with low emission engine kits, marking a step forward in sustainable railway operations in New Zealand.
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San Bernardino welcomes North America’s first zero-emission passenger train
San Bernardino County celebrates the arrival of North America's first self-powered, zero-emission passenger train, marking a significant leap in sustainable transportation.
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Colas Rail UK adds two new Tampers to fleet
Colas Rail UK has added two new advanced Tampers to its fleet, highlighting its commitment to modern technology and environmental sustainability.
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South Western Railway unveils refurbished Class 458 trains
South Western Railway has introduced its first refurbished Class 458 trains, featuring enhanced seating and charging facilities, to operate on suburban routes between London Waterloo and Weybridge and Twickenham.
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ONE UK and Freightliner extend use of renewable HVO100 fuel for rail cargo
ONE UK, in partnership with Freightliner, will extend the use of renewable HVO100 fuel for all cargo transportation via rail following a successful 6-month pilot, significantly reducing CO2 emissions.