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Siemens Mobility Awarded Maintenance Contract for Kuala Lumpur Metro Trains

Siemens Mobility to provide components, technical supervision, and training for maintenance of 58 metro trains Significant 40-month contract builds on Siemens’ existing technology and expertise for the Sungai Buloh-Kajang MRT Line Siemens Mobility today announced that it has been awarded the technical support and spares contract for the Klang Valley Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) Line […]

HS2 invites tenders for the supply and operation of elevated transit system at Solihull’s Interchange

HS2 Ltd today invited two companies to tender for a major contract to supply, operate and maintain its elevated transit system at Solihull’s Interchange Station, following a shortlisting process. The search for a contractor to supply, operate and maintain HS2’s Automated People Mover (APM) sees POMA S.A.S and Doppelmayr Cable Car UK Ltd called to submit tenders. […]

Siemens Mobility and Sydney Metro showcase the design for Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport new metro train

Siemens Mobility and Sydney Metro present a real-life mockup for turnkey project Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport Full-size prototype allows passenger testing before final train production Comfortable furnishings and barrier-free accessibility Siemens Mobility, in collaboration with its Parklife Metro consortium partners, has revealed a realistic model of a train carriage for the Sydney Metro […]

CargoBeamer launches new Stuttgart – Domodossola line

Expanding sustainable rail transport for semi-trailers across the Alps CargoBeamer, a leading provider in the rail transportation of semi-trailers, is set to expand its European network with a new connection between Kornwestheim near Stuttgart, Germany, and Domodossola, Italy. Starting February 11, the new line will operate three weekly roundtrips, with trains departing Kornwestheim on Mondays, […]

Alstom to host Britain’s biggest rail celebration as part of Railway 200

Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has announced that it will host the UK’s largest ever gathering of historic rail vehicles – The Greatest Gathering– to mark the 200th anniversary of the modern railway.  On Friday 1, Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 August 2025, Alstom’s historic Litchurch Lane Site in Derby will open to […]

HS2 contractor secures top standard for inclusion and diversity progress

HS2’s construction partner for Old Oak Common Station has achieved a prestigious workforce award – recognising its outstanding commitments to diversity and inclusion. Balfour Beatty VINCI SYSTRA, which is leading construction of the west London super-hub, was awarded the Clear Assured Platinum Accreditation by the Clear Company, it is announced today. The accreditation – the highest possible Clear Assured […]

Vital track and bridge works to affect Mildmay line on weekends this winter

Passengers on the London Overground Mildmay line, which runs between Stratford and Richmond/Clapham Junction, are being asked to check for closures on part of the route over upcoming weekends. The closures will allow Network Rail to replace 675 metres of worn-out track near Stratford, which will involve installing brand-new rails, sleepers and ballast. There is […]

Siemens Mobility achieves top scores again in sustainability reporting under the EU Taxonomy

Entire portfolio contributes to climate change mitigation, with outstanding performance of 86% Taxonomy alignment All business units contribute to strong results and to the sustainable transformation of mobility Siemens Mobility has again achieved top scores in the EU Taxonomy results for fiscal year 2024, further underscoring its commitment to being at the forefront of the […]

Alstom to deliver major upgrade of Class 376 fleet with Southeastern and Eversholt Rail

Extensive interior and exterior mid-life refresh of all 36 Class 376 Electrostars Enhancements include at-seat USB and power sockets, energy-efficient LED lighting and a blue exterior wrap Alstom, in collaboration with Southeastern and Eversholt Rail, is proud to announce a major refurbishment of the Class 376 Electrostar fleet. This transformative programme will enhance customer comfort, […]

HS2 launches new Innovation Accelerator focusing on rail systems and future maintenance

The company delivering HS2 today announced the cohort taking part in its seventh Innovation Accelerator programme to develop new railway technology to help build the line and underpin future train service reliability. As the programme to deliver HS2 begins to pivot towards rail systems installations, so its Innovation programme is looking to harness the latest […]