DB appoints private 5G network supplier
GERMANY: Deutsche Bahn has awarded Smart Mobile Labs a framework contract for the planning, deployment and operation of secure private 5G networks.
Diesel-powered rail vacuum machine ordered
NORWAY: State-owned railway engineering contractor Baneservice has awarded Swedish company Railcare a SKr30m order to supply a Railvac diesel-operated vacuum excavator.
Sugar cane company orders hybrid narrow gauge locos
AUSTRALIA: Mackay Sugar has awarded British company Clayton Equipment a contract to supply five diesel-battery hybrid locomotives and radio-controlled brake vans for use on its vast 610 mm gauge rail network in Queensland.
Railway supply industry news round-up
This week’s news from the global railway supply chain.
Egis acquires Derby-based rail electrification business
UK: Egis has acquired railway electrification design and engineering consultancy Overhead Line Engineering Ltd, saying the Derby-based company’s deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience ‘in an industry where specialist expertise is scarce’ would be a valuable addition to the group.
Boston operator launches battery train procurement
USA: Keolis Commuter Services has issued a request for proposals for the supply of seven battery-electric multiple-units for use on Boston’s Fairmount Line from 2028. It is also seeking proposals to finance the order under a leasing agreement.
Vectron framework order signed
EUROPE: Leasing company Northrail’s parent RIVE Private Investment has awarded Siemens Mobility a framework contract for the supply of Vectron locomotives. A firm order has been placed for an initial 15 to be delivered in 2026-27, and this includes an eight-year comprehensive full-service agreement.
Spring has sprung for GWR passengers
UK: A new design of seat cushion incorporating small metal springs instead of foam is to be fitted in the first class area of a Great Western Railway Class 166 diesel multiple-unit this month, with roll-out across the rest of the class planned.
Co-operation aims to grow cross-Channel rail traffic
EUROPE: High speed line concessionaire London St Pancras Highspeed and Channel Tunnel operator Eurotunnel have announced a ‘landmark’ partnership which aims to grow high speed rail services between the UK and continental Europe.
Mongolia and China agree to build cross-border rail link
ASIA: Agreement has been reached to start construction of a railway to fill the gap between the Mongolian and Chinese railheads at the Gashuun Sukhait border crossing.
Cadence consortium selected to develop 300 km/h Toronto – Québec high speed railway
France begins procurement of replacement night train fleet
‘All rail is operational’ says the Chartered Institution of Railway Operators as it seeks to grow profile
Freight operators say ERTMS risks losing its purpose
Urban transport industry news round-up
Government sets out its plan for how Great British Railways will work
Industry responds to UK rail reform bill consultation
Commission says Dutch train operating contract award broke EU rules
Workshop will show how businesses can use rail freight
Woojin starts production of Korail suburban EMU design
Basque consortium agrees to acquire Talgo stake
First HS2 Delta Junction viaduct section unveiled
Double-deck Railjet EMU preview
World rail freight news round-up
Network Rail seeks Transpennine Route Upgrade programme partner
Italian high speed train to be modified for Germany
Inclusive Trains programme equips people for railway jobs
HS1 Ltd rebrands as London St Pancras Highspeed
Railway supply industry news round-up
Contract signed to build first railway to Burundi
