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Ottawa has solidified its status as a premier conference destination with the inauguration of the O-Train Line 4, a direct Light Rail Transit (LRT) connection linking Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to the city’s downtown core. This vital expansion, part of […]
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Spanish Railways (Renfe) and its Czech subsidiary Leo Express have set their sights on Poland’s liberalizing rail market, signaling potential future operations in the country. The announcement was made by Leonardo Hernandez from Renfe during the Polish-Spanish business forum
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Eurostar has restored its direct train service between Amsterdam and London, much to the delight of travelers. After a year-long suspension due to renovations at Amsterdam Centraal Station, the high-speed rail operator is back on track, offering faster, more
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Stadler has announced plans to provide advanced traction systems for Leo Express, a regional private transport operator. This initiative aligns with the ongoing modernization of railway networks in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, transitioning from a 3kV DC setup
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Virgin Group is reportedly gearing up to revolutionize cross-Channel train travel, taking on Eurostar’s longstanding dominance in the market. If successful, this move could usher in cheaper fares, more routes, and increased competition, benefiting both travelers and the broader
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Brussels Airlines has expressed enthusiastic support for plans to integrate Brussels Airport into the European high-speed rail network, citing both strategic and environmental benefits. The airline believes this development would enhance accessibility and strengthen the airport’s role as a
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Central Japan Railway Co. and Tokyo Disney Resort have unveiled a special Disney-themed bullet train, the “Wonderful Dreams Shinkansen,” marking a magical first in the 60-year history of the Tokaido Shinkansen. The collaboration celebrates the debut of Fantasy Springs,
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The Turkish government has unveiled an ambitious infrastructure project to connect Istanbul’s airports — Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport — with a high-speed rail system. “Istanbul Airport is considered the largest in the world, and Sabiha Gökçen
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Great Western Railway (GWR) has announced a new direct train service connecting Stroud to Bristol, Bath, and Chippenham. The service, set to launch on Saturday, December 21, 2024, aims to enhance regional connectivity between Gloucestershire and the southwest of
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Travelers on Italy’s high-speed rail network should prepare for delays starting January 7, 2025, as essential maintenance works on the “Direttissima” high-speed corridor between Rome and Florence are set to begin. The disruptions, announced by Ferrovie dello Stato (FS),
Rail operator SNCB announced that a new budget-friendly rail service linking Brussels to Paris in three hours will officially launch on December 19. Ticket sales for the much-anticipated service, operated under the Ouigo brand, are now open, offering an
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Passengers on Spain’s railways are increasingly facing delays, cancellations, overcrowded stations, equipment theft, breakdowns, and other disruptions. These issues, which have become routine for many travelers, particularly affect local and regional networks, with serious capacity problems at stations and
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The Latvian government has introduced significant revisions to the Rail Baltica project to prioritize cost-saving measures. Following lively discussions on Tuesday, officials approved a plan that excludes Riga from the main railway line and prioritizes a single-track system over
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In July 2025, Belmond will introduce the Britannic Explorer, a luxury sleeper train set to redefine rail travel across England and Wales. Starting from London, the train will offer exclusive three-night journeys on three distinct routes through Cornwall, the
Commuter rail services in Valencia are set to resume at 99% capacity today, according to an announcement from the Minister of Transport. However, the town of Cheste will remain without service for the time being. Lines C1 and C2
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