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September 28, 2023 | Policy

DB confirms merger of Station&Service and DB Network into InfraGO

InfraGO will become active on January 1 and will oversee all rail infrastructure improvement projects in Germany.

September 28, 2023 | Fleet

Cracked wheel caused Gotthard Base Tunnel derailment

SBB is due to resume passenger operation through the tunnel.

September 28, 2023 | Fleet

SNCF launches Project Botox to extend TGV fleet life

Some TGV trains are expected to remain in service for more than 40 years.

September 27, 2023 | High-speed

Design contract awarded for Prague high-speed connection

The line will connect Prague Main Station to the planned national high-speed network.

September 27, 2023 | Metros

Xi’an Metro Line 1 phase three opens

The underground extension cost $US 958.2m.

September 26, 2023 | Freight

Freight services begin on Lagos - Ibadan Standard Gauge Railway

The line opened in 2021.

September 26, 2023 | Fleet

Norwegian Railway Directorate outlines decarbonisation plans

The directorate has also provided details of how it plans to increase capacity in the east of Norway.

September 25, 2023 | Analysis

Could HS2 to Manchester be scrapped?

The British government is expected to decide this week on whether to proceed with the planned extension of the under-construction London - Birmingham HS2 high-speed line to Manchester. Kevin Smith assesses the current state of play.

September 25, 2023 | Infrastructure

DB to rebuild flooded section of Ahr Valley Railway

The line was closed by flooding in 2021.

September 25, 2023 | Infrastructure

Request for Proposals issued for $US 3.6bn Chicago Red Line Extension

The extension will run for 9km from the 95th/Dan Ryan Terminal to 130th Street in the South Side of the city.

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