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Fewer Trains, Better Punctuality? Germany Looks for a Way Out
Germany’s neglected and overloaded railway network, which the federal government has begun systematically modernising in recent years, is causing train delays that are damaging Deutsche Bahn’s image. CEO Evelyn Palla has decided to put a committee of experts in charge of finding a solution to the problem.
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Kyrgyzstan Opens Door to Czech Trains, Signalling and Logistics Projects
Czech companies could take part in the modernisation of rail transport in Kyrgyzstan. During a visit to Bishkek, Czech Transport Minister Ivan Bednárik discussed the supply of new trains, railway infrastructure upgrades and the construction of logistics centres. Opportunities are also opening up in aviation, where Czech technologies are already in use.
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DAC Level 5 Passes Interoperability Test with Four Manufacturers
The Digital Automatic Coupler (DAC) has moved another step closer to being able to fully automate the coupling and uncoupling of wagons and make use of digital functions.
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BREAKING: Russian Drone Strikes Passenger Train at Dnipro Station, Killing at Least 13
At least 13 people have been killed and five others injured after a Russian drone struck a railway platform in Dnipro, Ukraine, on Thursday, 29 October. A civilian passenger train bound for Zaporizhzhia was standing at the platform when the attack took place, Ukrainian Railways confirmed.
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68 Dead Near Toledo After High-Speed Train Collision: Fatal Dispatching Error Under Investigation
A collision between two high-speed trains turned the railway near Toledo into a scene of devastation, leaving 68 people dead. According to initial findings, the disaster that plunged Spain into national mourning was caused by a fatal error at the central control centre.
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BREAKING: High-Speed Train Collision in Spain Leaves at Least 10 Dead
At least ten people have been killed after two high-speed passenger trains operated by Renfe and Iryo collided in Spain on Wednesday morning, 28 October.
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Germany Gets 61 More Siemens Battery Trains for Regional Rail
NWL, Rock Rail and Siemens Mobility have unveiled the design of 61 new Mireo Plus B battery trains for the Northern Westphalia network. The fleet will begin replacing diesel trains from December 2029 and will become Germany’s second-largest battery-electric regional train fleet.
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CMA CGM Joins Maersk at Hungary’s East-West Gate
CMA CGM has sent its first container train to East-West Gate in eastern Hungary. The move follows Maersk, which launched container depot and dry port services at the terminal earlier this year, and gives EWG another major shipping line as a customer.
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Greek Rail Contract 717 Under Investigation as EPPO Charges 16 More People
The modernisation of signalling equipment on Greece’s main railway line between Athens and Thessaloniki was intended to improve safety and reliability. The project, worth around EUR 41 million, was instead marked by major delays and disputed financial compensation. In connection with Contract 717, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) has expanded…
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Can Australia Avoid Europe’s ETCS Fragmentation? NTC Puts First Mandatory Standard to Industry
How do you bring Europe’s train control system into one of the world’s most fragmented rail environments without importing Europe’s own problems with it? Australia is preparing its first mandatory national ETCS standard, with the National Transport Commission now asking the industry whether the proposed rules can actually deliver one interoperable system…
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Only Three Passengers Get In: Japan’s N700S Introduces Ultra-Luxury Supreme Class
Japan’s flagship N700S has introduced an ultra-secure Supreme Class. There are only two such compartments in the entire train. So what exactly is hidden behind their locked doors inside this supertrain?
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11 European Railways Now Sell Tickets Six Months Ahead
Booking an international train several months ahead is becoming easier across Europe. CER’s latest Ticketing Roadmap report shows longer booking windows, wider digital ticket acceptance and better support after missed connections, although the rollout still varies considerably between railways.
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Alstom Invests €1m in Bucharest Signalling Test Centre
Alstom has expanded its rail signalling and electrification testing laboratory in Bucharest following an investment of more than €1 million. The upgraded facility will support projects in Romania and abroad, while allowing engineers to test more complete systems in parallel before they reach the railway.
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"Technology Itself Is Not Dangerous," Say Alstom's Experts on AI and Cybersecurity
Is AI a threat to railway systems? We spoke exclusively with Alstom's experts on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity about the future of the industry.
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CER and UIC Call for Action After Another Drop in EU Rail Freight
European rail freight volumes fell for the fourth year in a row in 2025, while operators continue to struggle with disrupted capacity, infrastructure works and unreliable cross-border services.
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DB Cargo, Freightliner and European Ports Head to TransLogistica Poland 2026
Rail freight operators, intermodal specialists and major European ports are among the exhibitors preparing for TransLogistica Poland 2026. The exhibition, taking place in Warsaw on 3–5 November, will also feature discussions on transport costs, regulations and the technologies used in modern logistics.
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500 Companies, 50 Countries: TransLogistica Poland 2026 Heads to Warsaw
The 13th edition of TransLogistica Poland will take place in Warsaw on 3–5 November 2026. Organisers expect around 500 companies from more than 50 countries and approximately 15,000 visitors at EXPO XXI, where the transport and logistics industry will gather for three days of exhibitions, conferences and business meetings.
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Stéphane Guyot on Greener Rail: "It Is Not Easy, but It Is Not Impossible"
TSO is charting a path both inside and outside France. RAILTARGET brings an exclusive interview with Stéphane Guyot, Deputy Director of the French giant TSO. The main topics are global expansion, the Middle East crisis, a project in Czechia, and sustainability.
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LEVEL Systems Expands Internationally: Czech Sensors Make Headway in India and Australia
Smart Wagon® was presented at InnoTrans directly on a freight wagon manufactured by Tatravagónka. In an interview with RAILTARGET, Michal Hojný, Head of Business Development at LEVEL Systems, discusses the latest developments in the intelligent wagon project and the company's activities in India and Australia.
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Can PKP CARGO Turn Its Finances Around? Exclusive Response Reveals Recovery Plans
RAILTARGET asked PKP CARGO about the latest developments in its restructuring. In an official response, the company explained the management changes, financial priorities and ongoing negotiations with creditors. PKP CARGO also outlined its plans to strengthen its position in European rail freight, focusing on intermodal transport and international logistics.
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Could Polish Ports Cope Without a Strong PKP CARGO? KIGM Says Private Operators Are Ready
PKP CARGO remains one of the biggest players on Poland’s freight rail market, but problems at the state-owned operator would not necessarily leave a lasting gap in transport capacity. Rafał Machowiak, Secretary General of the Polish Chamber of Maritime Commerce (KIGM), tells RAILTARGET that private rail companies could take over business if PKP CARGO’s…
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From Warsaw to Vienna: Railway Forum Krakow to Discuss Poland’s Cross-Border Rail Links
Poland’s high-speed rail plans and future international connections will be discussed in Krakow ahead of Railway Forum 2026. The programme covers new links towards Germany, Czechia, Austria, the Baltic states, Ukraine and Romania.
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Spain Advances €280m ERTMS Upgrade for Barcelona's Rodalies
Spain is investing €280 million to install the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) across Barcelona's Rodalies suburban railway network. Work on the first section has been completed, while signalling upgrades are continuing on several other routes.
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One High-Speed Train for All of Europe? Talgo Unveils €105m Plan
Spanish train manufacturer Talgo is leading a €105 million project to develop a new high-speed train designed to operate across Europe. The three-year programme, called BasqTrain 35, involves 20 partners and is expected to create more than 140 highly skilled jobs in Spain's Basque Country.
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Alstom Opens U.S. Innovation Hub for Future Mobility Projects
Alstom is launching its first Innovation Station in the United States, choosing Pittsburgh as the base for the new mobility hub. The centre will connect transit agencies, cities, universities, start-ups and industry partners to develop and test ideas in areas including accessibility, sustainability and passenger experience.
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FAIRTIQ at InnoTrans: The Next Step in Ticketing Is No Check-In at All
FAIRTIQ has spent the past ten years trying to make one part of public transport much simpler: buying the ticket. At InnoTrans 2026, Antoine Belaieff, Head of New Markets at FAIRTIQ, spoke to RAILTARGET about the company’s work in the Zlín Region in Czechia, its growth across Europe and its plans to take ticketing beyond the familiar check-in and check-out.
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Railway Forum Krakow 2026 to Focus on Resilience, Technology and Rail Engineering
Railway Forum 2026 will take place in Krakow on 5–6 November, with this year’s programme focused on resilience, digitalisation and new railway technologies. Cybersecurity, climate risks, AI, signalling and infrastructure will all be discussed during the two-day event.
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Rail Baltica, SNCF Réseau and DG MOVE Discuss the Cost of Europe’s Rail Future at IRS Reunion Breakfast
How Europe will pay for its biggest railway projects was the main question at the third International Railway Summit Reunion Breakfast, held during InnoTrans 2026. Representatives from Rail Baltica, SNCF Réseau and the European Commission discussed public funding, private capital and the cost of building and modernising rail infrastructure.
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“My Dream Was to Crash into Ben Gurion!” FlyDubai Horror Takes a New Turn
Shocking details surrounding the attempted hijacking of a FlyDubai aircraft continue to emerge. The co-pilot allegedly admitted that he wanted to crash into Ben Gurion Airport, while the aircraft’s extreme flight data and the timing of the incident shortly before Israel’s election are fuelling fresh doubts online.
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InnoTrans 2026 in Review: Record Crowds, New Trains and the Technologies Everyone Talked About
InnoTrans 2026 ended with record numbers for visitors and exhibitors. A total of 175,591 trade visitors from 128 countries came to Berlin, while 3,190 exhibitors from 59 countries took part in the four-day fair.
