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Every rail news update we have published, newest first.
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.