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Robert Preston

July 24, 2026 | Light Rail

Medellín light rail project reaches halfway mark

Construction over 52% complete on Metro de la 80 serving the west of the city.

July 23, 2026 | Passenger

SNCF Passenger changes course

Christophe Fanichet replaced as CEO as a new strategy is prepared.

July 22, 2026 | Metros

Siemens and Alstom win São Paulo signalling contracts

Siemens will supply CBTC for metro Line 4 extension and Alstom signalling for new commuter yard.

July 21, 2026 | Technology

Renfe tenders onboard communications contract

Single platform incorporating 5G and satellite coverage will be used for operational applications.

July 20, 2026 | Infrastructure

Venosta Valley line electrification completed in Italy

New Alstom EMU fleet enters service between Merano and Malles in South Tyrol.

July 17, 2026 | Policy

France signs rolling stock action plan

Plan aims to improve management of delivery programmes for new fleets and reduce delays.

July 16, 2026 | Financial

Eurostar report sets out economic benefits to Britain

Contribution of £2bn a year forecast to rise by 40% with new routes to Geneva and Frankfurt.

July 14, 2026 | Light Rail

Thailand tests domestically-developed LRV

Trials are underway at the university campus in Khon Kaen.

July 13, 2026 | Asia

Turkey sets out high-speed objectives

National railway network due to grow to 28,590km by 2053.

July 10, 2026 | Asia

Strong Japanese interest in Manila operating contract

PPP contract to be tendered to operate, maintain and upgrade 17km elevated metro line.

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