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April 9, 2026 | High-speed

Ambitions start to become reality for Portuguese high-speed projects

After decades of discussion, Portugal is finally committing to construction of not just its first domestic high-speed line but also infrastructure for cross-border services to Spain. Mark Simmons assesses what is planned and how soon it is likely to be delivered.

April 8, 2026 | Metros

Mumbai opens metro extensions

Two new metro lines have opened while higher frequencies have been introduced on the rest of the network.

April 8, 2026 | Metros

Astana light metro commissioning nears completion

The first metro line in the capital of Kazakhstan is undergoing trial operation.

April 8, 2026 | Metros

Manila Subway airport branch construction contract awarded

Joint venture of DMCI and Taisei awarded contract worth $US 270.3m.

April 8, 2026 | Fleet

Siemens opens new plant in North Carolina

The facility in Lexington is manufacturing passenger coaches as well as undertaking fleet maintenance and overhauls.

April 7, 2026 | Fleet

Sweden orders new night train fleet

Talgo is set to supply 91 new coaches which will be hauled by Siemens Vectron locomotives.

April 7, 2026 | High-speed

Renfe suspends plans for high-speed service to Paris

Spanish national operator blames delays to securing approval for new Talgo fleet to operate in France.

April 7, 2026 | Fleet

Stadler withdraws Swiss EMU appeal

Manufacturer drops legal challenge to SBB awarding contract to Siemens.

April 7, 2026 | Metros

Monorail Line 17 finally opens in São Paulo

6.7km elevated line to Congonhas Airport was originally scheduled to open in 2014.

April 6, 2026 | Asia

Japan’s Seibu Railway orders fine dining train

Train name and logo finalised for fine dining service due to launch in March 2028.

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