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July 21, 2026 | Technology

Renfe tenders onboard communications contract

Single platform incorporating 5G and satellite coverage will be used for operational applications.

July 15, 2026 | Fleet

Renfe and Talgo settle Avril S106 dispute

Talgo will convert 15 of 30 trains to variable gauge while compensation programme agreed.

May 4, 2026 | News

IRJ news in brief - Fleet: Stadler prepares to deliver new Madrid commuter trains

A round-up of recent fleet supply stories, including Railpool securing a €100m loan from KfW Ipex and the modernisation of 56 sleeping cars for Canada’s Via Rail.

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.

March 31, 2026 | Fleet

Renfe leases DB coaches to Leo Express

Czech operator Leo Express will deploy ex-DB rolling stock on Prague - Munich services.

March 26, 2026 | High-speed

Renfe issues tender for up to 40 350km/h trains

The Spanish operator’s largest single high-speed train order could be worth €1.78bn.

March 20, 2026 | Fleet

Renfe and Mitsubishi form maintenance partnership

Spanish national operator will maintain and refurbish Mitsubishi traction motors for third parties.

March 10, 2026 | Commuter Rail

Major upgrade for commuter Line C5 in Madrid

€1.35bn programme includes installing ERTMS Level 2 and introducing a new fleet of 35 Stadler EMUs.

March 5, 2026 | Main line

Leo Express enters Polish domestic market

Warsaw - Kraków service marks first stage in major expansion at Czech operator.

February 17, 2026 | High-speed

High-speed services resume following Adamuz derailment

Through services to southern Spain restored on Madrid - Seville high-speed line as damage repairs are completed.

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