Milan completes M4 metro extension
The completion of Milan's M4 metro line to the San Cristoforo terminus marks a major boost in the city's public transport network, aiming to reduce urban traffic and cut annual CO2 emissions by over 10,000 tonnes.
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The completion of Milan's M4 metro line to the San Cristoforo terminus marks a major boost in the city's public transport network, aiming to reduce urban traffic and cut annual CO2 emissions by over 10,000 tonnes.
Renfe will launch a new high-speed AVE service between Barcelona and Toulouse in mid-2025, offering six daily cross-border trains and connecting 17 cities across Spain and southern France.
The Campaign for Better Transport urges Chancellor Rachel Reeves to extend the £2 bus fare cap and freeze rail fares to keep public transport affordable in the upcoming Budget.
Northern has developed a data-driven model that optimises train driving patterns, potentially reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by up to 7%, with trials underway on key routes across the North East.
A new campaign shows how replacing just one car journey with a train trip can significantly reduce carbon emissions and help tackle climate change.
Network Rail and DfT's five-point plan will enhance Euston station, focusing on immediate improvements to passenger experience while preparing for long-term redesign efforts.
TX Logistik AG has begun expanding its fleet with 40 new Vectron locomotives, enhancing capacity on key European rail freight routes and promoting environmentally friendly transport alternatives.
The first phase of Mumbai Metro's Aqua Line, featuring 100% made-in-India driverless trains and automation technologies supplied by Alstom, is set to transform urban mobility.
Amtrak has begun construction on a new maintenance facility at the Penn Coach Yard in Philadelphia to enhance customer experience and maintain its new Airo and Acela trains.
La Farga, ProRail, Strukton Rail and Railtech BV are installing the world’s first catenary system made from 100% recycled copper, cutting CO₂ emissions by 92%.
Etihad Rail has unveiled a new brand identity, aligning with the UAE’s vision for enhanced connectivity and sustainable growth, featuring a refreshed logo, mission and values.
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday,’ we cover Arriva Rail London's partnership with City Harvest to provide 50,000 meals, Railway Mission's celebration of 200 years of the rail industry and TfL’s “In Bloom” gardening competition.
Network Rail has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Korean Rail Research Institute to collaborate on developing technology that enhances rail network resilience to extreme weather.
TfL has awarded KeolisAmey an eight-year contract to operate the Docklands Light Railway, starting 1 April 2025, with a focus on improving customer experience and service sustainability.
Amtrak will upgrade Seattle’s King Street Coach Yard with a $300 million project, improving maintenance and preparing for new Airo trains, while supporting sustainability and growing ridership.