Rail freight industry news
The latest news from the worldwide rail freight and logistics industry, including heavy haul, intermodal and wagonload haulage operations, rail freight technology and investment.
Rail freight must not be an afterthought, says Logistics UK
UK: Industry association Logistics UK has warned that the role of rail freight in driving economic growth must not be overlooked, after the Prime Minister announced funding for ongoing transport projects in northern England.
Ukrainian Railways orders battery locos
UKRAINE: National railway Ukrzaliznytsia has awarded Bulgarian company Express Service a €6m contract to supply 10 battery-powered shunters and spare parts.
Kansas City West Bottoms Railroad to provide short-haul services
USA: Union Pacific has entered into an agreement for Jaguar Transport Holdings’ newly-formed Kansas City West Bottoms Railroad to provide short line services on around 6 km of track in the Central Industrial District of Kansas City, Missouri.
World rail freight news round-up
News from the world rail freight market.
Vale orders 50 locomotives
BRAZIL: Mining company Vale has ordered 50 Wabtec Evolution Series diesel locomotives to modernise operations and lower carbon emissions on its Vitória a Minas and Carajás railways.
Slovaks welcome government backing for rail, but funding shortfall remains
SLOVAKIA: International co-operation and more funding for infrastructure were key themes emerging from the 19th FKD railway conference held in Bratislava on March 18-19. Toma Bačić reports.
Delhi Metro trials urban freight service
Poland: Private operator seeks to grow its niche
Freight operator orders 30 locos to modernise fleet
World rail freight news round-up
County Line Rail acquires Sabine River & Northern Railroad
Traction: The rise of the go-anywhere locomotive
Refurbished steel wagons return to service
Rail freight coalition calls for EU action
Watco to acquire Great Lakes Central Railroad
World rail freight news round-up
India to Kazakhstan sea and rail container service launched
Freight sector says rail reforms need to offer investors more certainty
Hybrid shunting locomotive handed over
World rail freight news round-up
World rail freight news round-up
DB Cargo awards Class 66 ETCS installation contract
Class 60 steam loco conversion decision expected soon
JST Ports & Logistics acquires RFS Works