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October 1, 2024 | Technology

Fortescue and Downer to develop heavy-haul battery locomotive

Partners say new design will be world’s most energy-efficient battery locomotive.

July 31, 2024 | Light Rail

Hitachi wins contract for Florence LRVs

Manufacturer will supply 46 new battery LRVs, digital signalling, and maintain the existing LRV fleet.

May 27, 2024 | Main line

First British inter-city battery trial underway

Single battery unit has replaced one diesel engine on a TransPennine Express-operated Hitachi class 802/2 bi-mode.

May 13, 2024 | Freight

Aurizon to test battery tender for diesel locomotives

Tender developed by Alta Battery Technology will provide current for traction motors.

January 23, 2024 | High-speed

Talgo to co-develop hydrogen-powered high-speed train

The joint manufacturers claim an adapted Talgo 250 train will be a world first.

October 19, 2023 | Fleet

Metra secures federal funding to buy BEMU fleet

Chicago commuter agency plans to purchase 16 battery trains.

October 19, 2023 | Fleet

SNCF and Alstom present first converted regional battery train

The train was developed by SNCF, Alstom and five French regions.

July 13, 2023 | Fleet

Vale to deploy battery locomotives in pursuit of decarbonisation

Brazilian operator confirms order for three FLXdrive locomotives from Wabtec and project to develop ammonia fuel as alternative to diesel.

May 9, 2023 | Freight

Batteries and hydrogen could replace diesel for heavy haul freight

Conclusion of study undertaken by Aurizon and the University of Queensland.

November 2, 2022 | Fleet

Baden-Württemberg rejects hydrogen as diesel alternative

A study examined ways to replace diesel traction on the state network.

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