Rail

Spain's national rail operator, Renfe, has announced a comprehensive ban on electric scooters across its network.

Indonesia has launched Southeast Asia-‘s first high-speed railway that costs USD7.3 billion, linking the capital Jakarta and the city of Bandung in 45 minutes.

The UK government is contemplating the cancellation of a significant portion of the delayed and over-budget High Speed 2 (HS2) rail project, initially promoted as a catalyst for job creation and investment in northern England.

Brightline, America's premier eco-friendly intercity rail provider, has announced the commencement of its service to Orlando International Airport starting September 22, 2023.

Rail transport between Germany and Austria is witnessing a significant surge, with Deutsche Bahn (DB) and Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) projecting a 40% increase in passengers by year-end compared to five years ago. This uptick has prompted both companies to enhance their cross-border long-distance services.

In a push towards sustainable mobility and a bid to reduce carbon footprints, France is making significant strides to revamp its public transport system.

In a tragic incident in India's Tamil Nadu state, a fire erupted in a train carriage while parked, resulting in the death of 10 tourists and injuring 20 others.

Amidst rising demands for passenger rail travel, Amtrak has procured 10 more Airo trainsets, amplifying the total contract order to an impressive 83 trainsets. Set for their grand entrance in 2026, these state-of-the-art trains are expected to serve routes across the nation.

In a significant move towards revolutionizing rail travel in the United States, Texas Central Partners and Amtrak are intensifying efforts to explore the feasibility of a proposed high-speed rail link between Dallas and Houston.

Amtrak, the National Railroad Passenger Corporation, has confirmed its commitment to improving accessibility across its entire network.

The Ferrovie dello Stato (FS) Group has unveiled "FS Treni Turistici Italiani," a brand new venture designed to boost Italian rail tourism and uncover the country's hidden gems through sustainable and quality-focused rail services.

A landmark collaboration between the Italian Ministry of Culture and Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane, the Italian State Railways, has resulted in the launch of a direct train service from Rome to Pompeii, reducing the travel time to under two hours.

In an effort to strengthen travel and tourism between Poland, Ukraine, Romania, and Moldova, a recent study published by the European Commission and the European Investment Bank (EIB) has proposed the deployment of the European track gauge on lines connecting Lviv and Chișinău. This strategic move aims to enhance cross-border connections and boost economic integration in the region.

According to local media reports, railway and airport ground service workers in Italy have announced a strike.