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November 20, 2024 | Infrastructure

Cooperation key for SNCF Network in developing Europe’s railway

The French infrastructure manager is working closely with its European partners to improve cross-border coordination and tackle climate change. Robert Preston spoke to Dariush Kowsar, director, Europe, at SNCF Network.

October 24, 2024 | Fleet

SBB unveils first refurbished ICN train

The 44-strong ICN fleet is being refurbished at a cost of $US 577.4m.

September 26, 2024 | Infrastructure

SBB awards contract to Frequentis for new communication system

Frequentis will deliver and integrate the new system and maintain it.

July 26, 2024 | Europe

Counting down to greater sustainability

Long-renowned for punctuality, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) now wants to be known for sustainability. Mark Simmons looks in detail at some of the over 200 measures that SBB is adopting as it aims to halve its carbon emissions by 2030.

May 24, 2024 | Fleet

SBB orders trains for French cross-border services

Option for 33 Stadler Flirt EMUs exercised under framework for up to 510 trains.

March 19, 2024 | Freight

SBB sets up freight subsidiary in France

France could provide alternative to congested Rail Freight Corridor 1 in Germany.

December 4, 2023 | Freight

ERFA calls for swift reopening of trans-Alpine rail tunnels

The association wants priority for freight until the Gotthard and Frejus tunnels are fully operational.

November 22, 2023 | Main line

Gotthard passenger traffic back to normal at weekends

SBB resumes business as usual next month despite repair work being delayed.

November 2, 2023 | Infrastructure

Gotthard Base Tunnel repairs will not be completed until September 2024

SBB says that the derailment on August 10 caused $US 143.9m of damage.

September 29, 2023 | Infrastructure

SBB announces three-year delay to Ligerz tunnel project

The new tunnel was originally planned to open in 2026 but will now open in 2029.

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