Alstom to provide Mercitalia with 70 new locomotives

Mercitalia Rail, the freight arm of the Italian railway holding Ferrovie dello Stato (FS), finalised an agreement with French manufacturer Alstom for 70 Traxx Universal locomotives. The contract has a value of 323 million euros and includes the possibility of adding 30 more locomotives. With this deal, Alstom will also be tasked with the maintenance…

The future of rail: battery vs hydrogen

Siemens Mobility has developed both hydrogen and battery powered trains. IMAGE:Siemens Mobility

In the quest for sustainable rail travel, the debate rages on between two contenders, hydrogen vs. battery-powered trains. Siemens Mobility is …

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