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A transformative rail network is coming to Europe, one that promises to revolutionize how we travel across the continent. 21st Europe’s ambitious plan to connect 39 major cities with a high-speed rail system is poised to drastically cut travel […]
Helsinki to Berlin in 5 Hours: 21st Europe’s Rail Revolution Read More »
Star Alliance has announced a new partnership with ÖBB to enhance intermodal travel, allowing passengers to seamlessly combine air and rail journeys across Austria. This collaboration brings greater convenience and eco-friendly travel options to passengers connecting between major Austrian
Star Alliance Partners with ÖBB to Revolutionize Intermodal Travel in Austria Read More »
Renfe, Spain’s national rail operator, has announced the upcoming launch of a new high-speed AVE train service connecting Barcelona, Spain, with Toulouse, France. This cross-border route is set to enhance sustainable travel in Europe, offering an eco-friendly alternative to
Renfe to Launch High-Speed Train Service Between Barcelona and Toulouse Read More »
On November 26, 2024, China introduced the CR450 high-speed train, a groundbreaking innovation designed to reach speeds of up to 400 km/h (249 mph), with peak capabilities of 450 km/h (280 mph). This milestone marks a significant leap in
China Unveils CR450: The Next Generation of High-Speed Rail Read More »
Railways are at the heart of Europe’s clean transportation transition, yet their development is not progressing fast enough. Despite recent expansions, new data reveals an uneven pace of progress of railways in Europe, highlighting both successes and gaps in
Railways in Europe: Progress, Challenges, and Uneven Growth Read More »
Luxury train travel is about to reach new heights as Belmond unveils the Britannic Explorer, A Belmond Train—the first luxury sleeper train in England and Wales. Set to debut in July 2025, this pioneering rail experience promises to redefine
Ottawa has solidified its status as a premier conference destination with the inauguration of the O-Train Line 4, a direct Light Rail Transit (LRT) connection linking Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to the city’s downtown core. This vital expansion, part of
Ottawa Enhances Conference Appeal with New O-Train Airport Link Read More »
Spanish Railways (Renfe) and its Czech subsidiary Leo Express have set their sights on Poland’s liberalizing rail market, signaling potential future operations in the country. The announcement was made by Leonardo Hernandez from Renfe during the Polish-Spanish business forum
Spanish Railways (Renfe) Eyes Expansion into Polish Market Read More »
Eurostar has restored its direct train service between Amsterdam and London, much to the delight of travelers. After a year-long suspension due to renovations at Amsterdam Centraal Station, the high-speed rail operator is back on track, offering faster, more
Eurostar Restores Direct Amsterdam-London Train Service Read More »
Stadler has announced plans to provide advanced traction systems for Leo Express, a regional private transport operator. This initiative aligns with the ongoing modernization of railway networks in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, transitioning from a 3kV DC setup
Stadler to Equip Leo Express Trains with Enhanced Traction Systems Read More »
Virgin Group is reportedly gearing up to revolutionize cross-Channel train travel, taking on Eurostar’s longstanding dominance in the market. If successful, this move could usher in cheaper fares, more routes, and increased competition, benefiting both travelers and the broader
Virgin Group Plans to Challenge Eurostar’s Cross-Channel Rail Dominance by 2029 Read More »
Brussels Airlines has expressed enthusiastic support for plans to integrate Brussels Airport into the European high-speed rail network, citing both strategic and environmental benefits. The airline believes this development would enhance accessibility and strengthen the airport’s role as a
Brussels Airlines Advocates for High-Speed Rail Connection to Brussels Airport Read More »
Central Japan Railway Co. and Tokyo Disney Resort have unveiled a special Disney-themed bullet train, the “Wonderful Dreams Shinkansen,” marking a magical first in the 60-year history of the Tokaido Shinkansen. The collaboration celebrates the debut of Fantasy Springs,
Disney-Themed Shinkansen Brings Magic to Japan’s Railways Read More »
The Turkish government has unveiled an ambitious infrastructure project to connect Istanbul’s airports — Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport — with a high-speed rail system. “Istanbul Airport is considered the largest in the world, and Sabiha Gökçen
Turkey Announces High-Speed Rail Link Between Istanbul’s Airports Read More »
Great Western Railway (GWR) has announced a new direct train service connecting Stroud to Bristol, Bath, and Chippenham. The service, set to launch on Saturday, December 21, 2024, aims to enhance regional connectivity between Gloucestershire and the southwest of
GWR Launches Direct Train Service Connecting Stroud to Bristol, Bath, and Chippenham Read More »
