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Every rail news update we have published, newest first.
Warning strike at Bonn University Hospital: restrictions in clinical operations
The Marburger Bund has called for a nationwide warning strike at 23 university hospitals. Bonn University Hospital (UKB) is also affected.
Construction work on Anklam bypass: Access to airfield affected
The road construction office is currently renovating the roadway of the Anklam bypass. In this context, the entrance and exit to the airfield are repeatedly closed for short periods.
Line near Bardowick clear again: Overhead line repair completed
After an ICE collided with a downed overhead line near Bardowick, the line is fully passable again. The damage has been repaired, but the cause of the line tearing is still unclear.
Streik bei Bpost kostet Unternehmen 15 Millionen Euro
Nach ersten Schätzungen belaufen sich die finanziellen Verluste durch den wochenlangen Streik bei Bpost auf 15 Millionen Euro. Dies geht aus den neuen Quartalszahlen hervor.
Südbahn blocked: Railway replaces trains between Aulendorf and Friedrichshafen with buses
Due to extensive construction work on the Südbahn, train services between Aulendorf, Ravensburg and Friedrichshafen will be suspended until June 8. Deutsche Bahn has set up a replacement bus service and advises travelers to allow more time.
Pay deal at VHH: strikes around the Hamburg Harbor Birthday averted
The Hamburg-Holstein public transport operator VHH and the union ver.di have agreed on a new collective framework agreement. This means no work stoppages are expected around the Harbor Birthday festival.
Italy: RFI maintenance strike in Florence threatens regional rail service on 5 May
On 5 May 2026, an eight-hour strike by maintenance personnel of RFI DOIT Firenze has been announced in the Province of Florence, which may cause delays and cancellations in regional rail traffic
Bernina Express ranked among Europe's most beautiful train journeys in 2026 (Lonely Planet)
The Bernina Express (Switzerland–Italy) is listed in current 2026 travel rankings as one of Europe's most spectacular train journeys – with dramatic landscape changes, viaducts, passes, and UNESCO World Heritage sections.
Digital Automatic Coupling (DAC): BMV starts preparation of funding for pioneer trains
The Federal Ministry of Transport (BMV) is preparing a funding guideline for the installation and testing of the Digital Automatic Coupling (DAC) in "pioneer trains." According to the BMV, initial calls for funding are expected in the second half of 2026.
Italy: Strike by on-board catering staff on Trenitalia trains on 4 May
On 4 May 2026, employees of caterer Elior, who provide on-board catering on Trenitalia trains, are striking in Italy, which may lead to limited on-board services
ÖBB Nightjet to Croatia: Seasonal Vienna–Split connection launches
Bookings for the summer night train service to the Adriatic are open again: The ÖBB Nightjet will take holidaymakers from late April three times a week directly from Vienna and Graz to Split. Vehicle carriage is also possible.
Gäubahn: Construction work in Stuttgart impacts IC 87 in May 2026
Due to maintenance work in Stuttgart, the Panoramabahn line is completely closed at times. The IC 87 (Stuttgart–Horb–Singen–Zurich) will only run between Stuttgart-Vaihingen and Zurich in sections during May 2026; additional service gaps are possible on individual weekends.
Rail Baltica: CEF grant of €295.5 million signed (RB Rail AS)
The Rail Baltica project is getting a new boost: the project coordinator RB Rail AS has signed a CEF grant agreement with an EU contribution of €295.5 million – for construction and technical works in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania.
€18 billion for rail: EU-Rail calls for major modernization by 2034
Europe’s rail network needs to become more competitive. The EU-Rail innovation program is calling for a coordinated strategy and a record €18 billion investment volume for the coming years.
A 20% increase in on-board space, i.e. a possible offer of up to 740 seats
The TGV M (Avelia Horizon) is the next generation of French double-decker high-speed trains. According to Alstom, the design enables more space on board and a configuration with up to 740 seats – while optimizing efficiency per seat.
Coradia iLint travels 1,175 km without refueling (Alstom)
Alstom reports a record run: A near-production Coradia iLint hydrogen train covered 1,175 kilometers without refueling – a signal that emission-free operation on non-electrified lines is also possible with high daily mileage.
Massive general strike in Italy: Complete shutdown expected on 1 May
Anyone traveling in or to Italy today needs strong nerves. A nationwide general strike by several unions is expected to bring rail, air and ferry traffic across large parts of the country to a standstill on 1 May.
Rail resilience to climate change (ERA report)
The EU Agency for Railways (ERA) has published a new study on how extreme weather affects Europe's rail infrastructure and operations – and puts forward six proposals to strengthen the EU regulatory framework for climate resilience.
ICE Sprinter Berlin–Munich: New 3h15min Route, Schedule & Prices
Deutsche Bahn launches a new high-frequency ICE Sprinter cutting Berlin–Munich travel time to 3 hours 15 minutes. Here are the schedules and what tickets cost.