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October 1, 2024 | High-speed

Japan’s Shinkansen turns 60

The world’s first high-speed line has had lasting impact on the evolution of passenger rail worldwide.

August 1, 2024 | High-speed

JR Central increases N700S Shinkansen fleet

The operator has ordered 17 additional 16-car sets for delivery between 2026 and 2028.

July 19, 2024 | Technology

Toshiba unveils GoA2.5 without lineside train detection

New ATO system developed with Nagano Electric Railway of Japan.

June 11, 2024 | Asia

JR East announces new 10-year corporate strategy

Beyond the Borders is based on a radical rethink of the railway’s Suica smart ticketing system.

May 30, 2024 | Infrastructure

Japan supplies Ukraine with replacement rail

A total of 25,000 tonnes of steel rail will be shipped to the embattled European country.

April 20, 2024 | High-speed

JR Central to introduce private compartments

Individual compartments, seating one person, will become available on Tokaido Shinkansen services from 2026 onwards.

April 4, 2024 | High-speed

Chuo Shinkansen opening delayed to 2034

Japanese maglev line was originally expected to open from Tokyo to Nagoya in 2027.

March 18, 2024 | High-speed

Japan opens Hokuriku Shinkansen extension

High-speed trains connect Tokyo with Tsuruga via 125km line extension.

February 19, 2024 | Infrastructure

JR East digitises infrastructure maintenance

Digital technology will improve operation and maintenance of point motors, signalling systems and other rail infrastructure.

February 16, 2024 | Technology

JR East to boost collaboration with southeast Asian start-ups

The Japanese railway has established a new company based in Singapore.

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