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The Mamak Metro project, which is vital for the eastern axis of Ankara and whose foundation was laid on 13 June, has been revived after a long break. With the work schedule shared by Ankara Metropolitan Municipality, the teams in the field are intensifying, while the project is expected to 🚘

Railway Bridge Collapsed in Sydney: 1 Person Died

In Australia’s New South Wales (NSW) state, there was a sad accident in the town of Lithgow, 110 kilometres northwest of Sydney. The bridge collapsed after a lorry hit a railway bridge and one person was killed in the accident. Bridge collapsed, passenger trapped NSW police report that a lorry 🚘

Russian Attack on Ukrainian Railway Network

On the night between 5 November and 6 November, the Russian military launched intensive attacks targeting railway infrastructure in the Kharkiv, Chernihiv and Dnipropetrovsk regions of eastern and northern Ukraine. Ukrainian authorities stated that the attacks were aimed at paralysing the country’s important supply and transport lines. Attacks Targeted Front 🚘

Tender Date of Trabzon Rail System Project Announced

The rail system project, which Trabzon has been waiting for years and has been on the agenda in every election period, is finally reaching a concrete schedule. Trabzon Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Ahmet Metin Genç, heralding the transition of the project to the implementation phase, announced the date of the tender. 🚘

Domestic and National High Speed Train Excitement in Turkish Century

Osman Boyraz, Deputy Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, came together with young people at the “Transport Vision in Turkey’s Century” seminar organised at Kocaeli University and shared the country’s giant projects in the field of transport and infrastructure. In his opening speech, Kocaeli University Rector Prof. Dr. Nuh Zafer CantÃ¼rkün 🚘

2nd Rail Systems Congress Started in Eskisehir

Eskişehir is hosting the 2nd Rail Systems Congress and Exhibition, which will be held on 6-7-8 November 2025. The congress, which aims to bring together stakeholders in the rail systems sector and to address current developments in the sector, started with the opening ceremony held today (6 November 2025, Thursday). 🚘

4 Health Problems Caused by Influenza in Children that Must Be Considered

Learn quickly and clearly the four health problems caused by flu in children and important tips to be aware of.

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Exciting Statement for Izmir Buca Metro: Opening Date Announced

The opening date of Buca Metro, which will start a new era in Izmir’s transport and which the city residents are eagerly waiting for, has been announced. According to the statement made by Izmir Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Cemil Tugay, the metro line is planned to be put into service within 🚘

Train Tragedy in India: 6 People Lost Their Lives

A horrific train accident occurred at Chunar Railway Station in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, during Kartik Purnima Snan events. Six people who tried to cross the tracks instead of using the footbridge were killed when they were hit by the Netaji Express. Mirzapur Train Accident Requires Immediate Response There was an 🚘

$19 Ski Train from Denver to the Rockies

The Winter Park Express, a partnership between Amtrak and CDOT, enters the new winter season offering ski lovers an easier, longer and more competitively priced way to get to the Rocky Mountains. The train ticket price for adults is only 19 dollars and for children only 9,50 dollars, which makes 🚘

EU Investigates CRRC for Foreign Subsidies

Chinese railway giant CRRC has been placed under investigation by the European Commission in relation to Lisbon’s new light rail tender to establish whether any state support it has received from the Chinese government has affected the fairness of competition. This investigation is an investigation initiated under the EU’s Foreign 🚘

Number of Services Increased on New York’s Subway Lines

By increasing subway service on the ‘A’ and ‘L’ lines on weekdays, the MTA has reduced waiting times and significantly improved travel efficiency for more than 100,000 passengers each day. This improvement was a direct result of the reinvestment of Congestion Pricing programme funds into New York’s public transport network. 🚘

Adelaide Metro to Support Free Transport to Pharmacists’ Showcase

Adelaide Metro is offering free public transport this Saturday, 8 November, to ensure many families can attend the National Pharmacists Christmas Spectacular in safety and comfort. This gesture aims to strengthen the community connection as well as to facilitate participation in the event. Adelaide Metro Improves Access and Connectivity The 🚘

Amtrak Renovates Ivy City and Prepares for the ‘Airo’ Era

Amtrak has embarked on a massive $705 million project to renovate the Ivy City Railway Station in Washington DC and make the station suitable for the next generation of ‘Airo’ trains scheduled to enter platforms in 2027. This comprehensive effort reinforces Amtrak’s plan to ensure reliability and comfort on its 🚘

Mid Cornwall Metro Test Period Extended

The Mid Cornwall Metro project, which aims to transform Cornwall’s transport system, needs additional time during the test signalling phase. Network Rail has extended the temporary track closure between Newquay and Par until 18 November to fully test the safety of the system. This extension is critical to ensure that 🚘

Structural Railway Reform in the UK

A new UK-wide proposal for a new Railways Bill is set to spark the biggest change in the country’s railway sector for decades. The legislation enables the creation of a new public body, Great British Railways (GBR), which will integrate all the UK’s railways under one roof and build a 🚘

GAZIRAY Reached 14.5 Million Passengers in Three Years

GAZİRAY, the urban rail system project of Gaziantep, has proved its success with its usage figures while leaving behind the third year of its commissioning. Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Fatma Şahin announced that a total of 14 million 505 thousand 446 people have preferred GAZIRAY since the beginning of the 🚘

Environmentalist Breakthrough in Rail Systems and Maritime

Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Uraloğlu detailed the steps Turkey has taken in the railway, maritime and aviation sectors to achieve its decarbonisation target. It is stated that railway transportwill be emphasised in achieving Turkey’s 2053 net zero emission target. Growth in Railway Network and Increase in Freight Share The 🚘

13 Million Saplings Planted with Each YHT Ticket One Sapling Campaign

The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry signed the “Every Ticket is a Sapling, Our Love is Green Homeland Campaign”, a strategic environmental project. The signing ceremony, which was held with the participation of Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, and İbrahim Yumaklı, 🚘

Kocaeli’s Akçaray Tramway Carries 55 Thousand Passengers Daily

Operated by Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality subsidiary UlaşımPark A.Ş., Akçaray Tramway Line breathes life into urban transport with an average daily passenger capacity of 55 thousand. While the rails are maintained at night by expert teams, passengers enjoy safe and comfortable transport. SAFE AND LONG-LASTING JOURNEY Infrastructure maintenance and repairs are 🚘

Amtrak San Joaquins, Gold Runner A symbol of innovation and heritage

California’s expanding passenger train service, formerly known as San Joaquins, now has a new identity: Gold Runner. This rebranding was promoted as the first step in a long-term strategy that integrates with the innovative vision of California’s sustainable transport plan for the future. Gold Runner A symbol of innovation and 🚘

West Coast Express Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Renewable Diesel

TransLink, Vancouver’s public transit agency, celebrated the 30th anniversary of the West Coast Express (WCE) route, the only commuter rail service in Western Canada, with significant achievements in innovation and sustainability. WCE, which connects downtown Vancouver to Mission City via eight main stations and operates Monday-Friday rush hour service, has 🚘

International Award for New Zealand’s EF Class Locomotives

Innovations driven by government investment in New Zealand’s rail network have propelled KiwiRail’s EF electric locomotives to internationally recognised success. The EF class locomotives were awarded a prestigious Engineering Heritage Award by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) for their unique engineering heritage and contribution to a cleaner environment. This 🚘

Turkey Launches National High Speed Train in 2026

Turkey is accelerating its nationalisation move with the aim of ending foreign dependence in the railway sector and bringing domestic technology to the top. Giant projects carried out under the coordination of TÜRASAŞ are preparing to give concrete results in 2026. At the end of this critical year, the first 🚘

NJ Transit Completes Mahwah Station Renovation

NJ Transit continues its statewide effort to improve the rail system throughout New Jersey, providing passengers with greater comfort, safety and improved connectivity. In this context, the extensive exterior renovation of Mahwah Station in Bergen County was successfully completed. By prioritising safety, accessibility and sustainability, the company increases the long-term 🚘

Train Accident Paralyses Transport in England

A train derailment near the Shap region of England on Monday disrupted railway services between London and Scotland. The probable cause of the accident, which resulted in the derailment of a Pendolino train, is suspected to be a landslide in the area. This incident led to the temporary closure of 🚘

Alstom Awarded 4.5 Year Train Maintenance Contract in UK

Alstom, a global leader in intelligent and sustainable mobility, has announced the signing of a new four-and-a-half-year Technical Support and Spares Supply Agreement (TSSSA) with South Western Railway (SWR) in the UK, marking a significant milestone. this £66 million (€76 million) contract aims to support the operation and performance of 🚘

Train Accident in India: Death toll Rises to 8