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Sonic the Hedgehog returns to Sussex railway next weekend

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May 5, 2026
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The Bluebell Railway in Sussex is inviting visitors to meet famous gaming character Sonic the Hedgehog™ next weekend (Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May).

Siemens to deliver up to 200 Double-Deck Trains to Swiss operator

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May 5, 2026
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Rolling stock manufacturer Siemens Mobility Switzerland has revealed that it has been awarded by SBB to deliver 116 six-car Desiro DoSto double-deck trains, to be used on the Zurich S-Bahn network starting in 2031.

TV adverts promote Amrak’s next-generation trains

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May 4, 2026
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Amtrak has launched new TV advertisements to promote its next-generation Acela trains.

Book Review: Class 43 Locomotives in Scotland – The High Speed Trains by Colin J. Howat

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May 4, 2026
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Class 43 Locomotives in Scotland illustrates their use on services throughout the country since their debut in the late 1970s.

Etihad Rail Freight completes first UAE vehicle train

gobstopper
May 4, 2026
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The shipment of Nissan vehicles moved from ports on the Eastern Coast to the dry port at the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD).

Etihad Rail Freight completes first UAE vehicle train

gobstopper
May 4, 2026
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The shipment of Nissan vehicles moved from ports on the Eastern Coast to the dry port at the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD).

Etihad Rail Freight completes first UAE vehicle train

gobstopper
May 4, 2026
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The shipment of Nissan vehicles moved from ports on the Eastern Coast to the dry port at the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD).

GB Railfreight and Maritime Transport agree new multi-year deal

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May 4, 2026
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Logistics company Maritime Transport and freight operator GB Railfreight have agreed a new contract to transport freight across the UK.

GB Railfreight and Maritime Transport agree new multi-year deal

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May 4, 2026
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Logistics company Maritime Transport and freight operator GB Railfreight have agreed a new contract to transport freight across the UK.

Sweden to reduce track access charges for freight by 20%

Marco Raimondi
May 4, 2026
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The Swedish Transport Administration Trafikverket will reduce track access charges (TAC) for rail freight transport by 20% starting with the 2028 timetable. This move should…