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Double traction trials target heavier diesel operations

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April 21, 2026
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DB Cargo Hungária is trialling a diesel double traction setup designed to increase tractive effort and operational flexibility in freight transport.

Ukraine. You can’t be too early – only too late

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April 21, 2026
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The Strategic Architect of Resilience: Petr Krumphanzl on Rebuilding Railways, Logistics and Infrastructure

Polish intermodal rail reaches record 17.1% share, PCC Intermodal leads

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April 21, 2026
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The sector recorded its highest historical market presence despite a general decline in national freight volumes below 220 million tons.

InfraLeuna commissions rail heating terminal for sulphur tank wagons at Leuna

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April 21, 2026
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The facility is not restricted to on-site chemical producers; it is also open to external customers requiring reheating of rail-delivered products prior to onward distribution.

Book Review: Tanfield Railway in Colour – The Preservation Years by Henry Elliott and Dave Hewitt

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April 21, 2026
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This book presents stunning photographs and informative captions of the parts of the Tanfield Waggonway preserved as a heritage railway.

Book Review: Tanfield Railway in Colour – The Preservation Years by Henry Elliott and Dave Hewitt

Guest authors
April 21, 2026
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This book presents stunning photographs and informative captions of the parts of the Tanfield Waggonway preserved as a heritage railway.

Wensleydale Railway’s Model Railway Show returns in May!

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April 21, 2026
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Wensleydale Railway will once again be hosting its Model Railway Show on the 2nd weekend of May. The annual event will take place on 9 and 10 May at Leeming Bar Station. There will be layouts of various gauges from N to O on display, trade and model-making demonstration stands in attendance and hot & […]

Afghan rail imports are booming, but transit is still barely a thing

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April 20, 2026
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The volume of rail freight in Afghanistan between March 2025 and March 2026 (the Afghan solar year of 1404) has grown by 39.1%. This figure…

Trains ready for testing if new Marchwood and Southampton to London service is approved

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April 20, 2026
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A decision is expected soon by the Office of Rail and Road for Alliance Rail’s proposed new service from Marchwood to Southampton and London Waterloo.

HGK starts railway depot construction in Brühl

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April 20, 2026
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The depot will combine office space, workshops and staff facilities in a single complex, bringing together operational planning and field activities.