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July 16, 2026 | Signalling

Ahead of the ETCS pack

Belgian infrastructure manager, Infrabel, completed the nationwide rollout of ETCS on schedule in December 2025 without major changes. David Briginshaw reflects on how this was achieved and the key lessons learned.

June 13, 2026 | Main line

Brussels - Strasbourg service to be extended to Basle

SBB joins SNCB and SNCF to operate the extended service from July next year.

June 10, 2026 | Main line

SNCB service expansion approved

Three-year plan will grow overall services by 3%.

May 29, 2026 | Main line

GoVolta opens ticket sales for Paris service

Open-access Amsterdam - Paris service starts on December 14 offering a 7-hour journey time.

May 27, 2026 | Europe

Four killed in Belgian level crossing accident

Accident took place at Buggenhout on Line 53 between Mechelen and Dendermonde.

May 21, 2026 | Infrastructure

Antwerp light rail tunnels close for major renovation

Tunnels beneath the city centre and River Scheldt are closed for 11 months.

May 6, 2026 | Infrastructure

Infrabel revises 2032 investment plan

New investment in battery infrastructure and military mobility as other projects postponed.

April 16, 2026 | Financial

Belgian sovereign wealth fund takes full control of Lineas

European Commission approves SFPIM taking sole control of freight operator.

April 2, 2026 | Metros

Brussels metro project to be scaled back as key station shell completed

The troubled metro Line 3 project will be reduced in scope to save money.

March 30, 2026 | Europe

European Sleeper launches Paris - Berlin night train

The new service adds to the private operator’s existing Brussels/Amsterdam - Berlin/Prague service.

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