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Progress Rail to supply new locomotives to CPKC

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January 23, 2026
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The locomotives will be built at Progress Rail’s facility in Muncie, Indiana, with deliveries scheduled through 2026.

Małopolska and Podlaskie regions buy new trains from NEWAG

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January 23, 2026
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Małopolska is continuing its large-scale electric multiple unit programme, while Podlaskie is preparing to reintroduce dual-mode units to its regional network.

Trasporto Unico Abruzzese introduces two more Alstom EMUs

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January 23, 2026
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The new trains were presented on 16 January 2026 at the new Tua station in Lanciano and form part of a wider programme to renew rolling stock and upgrade regional rail services.

Derbyshire narrow gauge railway to construct a new carriage storage shed

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January 23, 2026
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The Golden Valley Light Railway has is ready to start work on constructing a new carriage storage shed.

Railway show to raise funds for Cadbury steam locomotive

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January 23, 2026
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A one-day model railway show is to raise funds for the cosmetic restoration of steam locomotive, Cadbury No. 1. The model railway show, taking place…

Netherlands shocked by 1400% increase in (identified) rail freight leakages

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January 23, 2026
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Rail freight has suddenly become one of the topics of the day in the Netherlands. The environmental and transport inspectorate ILT reports that it has…

Specially-liveried wagons will benefit World Book Day charity

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January 23, 2026
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Dapol is producing a series of O and OO Gauge wagons with a special logo to raise funds for the World Book Day charity.

Publicly-owned train operators report growth in passengers using their stations

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January 23, 2026
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Train operators which have been brought back into public ownership have published information about their passenger numbers, which shows significant increases.

OUIGO will expand in France from December 2026

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January 22, 2026
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The additional frequency will strengthen links between Paris and major Grand Est cities.

Indra Group wins TfL contract to operate Oyster and Contactless systems

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January 22, 2026
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Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed that Indra Group has been awarded a seven-year contract to operate TfL’s revenue collection systems, including the contactless and Oyster ticketing system. The contract will see Indra handle the operation, maintenance, development, enhancement, and expansion of TfL’s revenue collection system. This system is used by millions of customers across […]