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July 8, 2026 | Fleet

Korail to invest $US 3.3bn in new high-speed fleet

The new 320km/h trains will replace Korail’s original fleet of KTX-1 trains.

March 11, 2026 | Asia

Korail appoints new CEO

Kim Taeseung took up the role on March 3.

January 8, 2026 | Asia

Hyundai Rotem unveils second-generation EMU-320 high-speed train

The trains are a development of the KTX-Cheongryong and are set to enter service by the end of the year.

January 5, 2026 | High-speed

Korea reveals details of 370km/h high-speed train

EMU-370 is the result for a four-year domestic research project.

December 10, 2025 | High-speed

Korea proceeds with Korail-Supreme Rail merger

Government aims to merge open-access operator with Korail by the end of next year.

July 11, 2025 | Light Rail

Seoul Wirye LR progresses

New light rail line is 88% complete and expected to open in October 2026.

June 30, 2025 | Metros

Incheon Metro Line 1 extended

6.8km extension from Gyeyang to Geomdan Lake Park has cost $US 583.6m to build.

May 12, 2025 | Technology

Korea progresses hydrogen projects

The transport ministry launches a $US 22.5m mainline research programme as Busan opts for hydrogen-powered LRVs.

March 10, 2025 | Financial

Finance confirmed for Morocco’s new trains

French and Spanish governments lend a total of over €1.7bn.

March 8, 2025 | Africa

Ethiopian Railways and Korail sign MoU

Partners will work to improve the efficiency and reliability of railway services in Ethiopia.

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