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Mark Simmons

February 10, 2025 | Main line

Austria’s newest railway approaches the finishing line

Around a quarter of a century after construction first started on Austria’s Koralm Railway, the final phases are underway, with opening scheduled for the end of this year. Mark Simmons charts the progress of this ambitious new main line and considers how it will benefit the wider European rail network.

February 8, 2025 | Freight

Hafeet Rail signs trio of contracts

Deals are concluded on the procurement of wagons, the transport of aggregates and the construction of new rail freight facilities.

February 7, 2025 | Metros

Western Sydney Airport metro train mock-up unveiled

Trains for the new Sydney metro line are to enter service in 2026.

February 6, 2025 | Light Rail

Munich light rail projects secured

City council confirms funding for three schemes totalling 15km.

February 5, 2025 | High-speed

Thailand approves second phase of high-speed line

Construction of $US 10.1bn line from Nakhon Ratchasima to Nong Khai due to complete in 2030.

February 5, 2025 | Australia/NZ

Western Australia plans rail freight return to public sector

State government wishes to reverse privatisation measures enacted by federal government in 2000.

January 31, 2025 | Policy

DAC study backs pilot programme

Report commissioned by Germany’s Federal Ministry of Digital Infrastructure and Transport makes two key recommendations.

January 31, 2025 | Asia

Alstom wins €144m Indian sleeper component contract

Manufacturer will supply traction components and maintenance for new Vande Bharat sleeper EMUs.

January 31, 2025 | Europe

Alstom previews event to celebrate 200 years of the railway

Manufacturer will open Derby facility in Britain to the public with large static rail display this summer.

January 29, 2025 | Light Rail

Škoda unveils first LRV for Prague

A total of 40 ForCity Plus 52T LRVs are on order for delivery this year and next.

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