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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

First Home Port Cruise Operation Linking Air and Rail to Busan Port... First Example of Regional Stay-Type Cruise

The first cruise ship departing from Busan Port for overseas travel, utilizing links from air and rail, has arrived, marking a significant development in regional tourism.

Mar 23 • 08:06 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Sports

Cyclist reveals injuries after horrific crash and fall over guard rail

Italian cyclist Debora Silvestri has sustained serious injuries from a crash during the Milan-San Remo one-day classic.

Mar 22 • 22:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

A breakdown in Alcalá de Henares causes speed limitations on several trains, with delays of 50 minutes on the AVE Barcelona-Madrid

A breakdown in the railway infrastructure in Alcalá de Henares has caused significant delays on the AVE service running from Barcelona to Madrid.

Mar 22 • 12:56 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Go-Ahead and Arverio: The Pain of Separation on Bavarian Tracks

The article discusses the lingering presence of Go-Ahead's branding in Bavaria after its acquisition by the Austrian Federal Railways, despite the company's operational transition to a new entity.

Mar 22 • 10:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Train collision with a person in Litoměřice halted trains on the corridor to Germany

A train collision with a person in Litoměřice has disrupted train services along the route to Germany.

Mar 22 • 09:47 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The state is cutting down trees and not planting new ones in their place

Residents of Jerusalem are grappling with the loss of many old trees due to construction works, raising concerns among environmental activists about the city's green spaces.

Mar 22 • 04:01 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

A train collides with a bicycle at a railway crossing: A figure seen leaving the scene two minutes earlier in surveillance footage

A train collided with a bicycle left on the tracks at a crossing in Sakai City, Japan, while a figure was seen leaving the scene shortly before the incident.

Mar 22 • 02:37 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Kenya, Uganda Open Rail Extension Burdened By Chinese Debt

Kenya and Uganda have inaugurated a long-delayed extension of a Chinese-built railway that has significantly increased Kenya's debt.

Mar 22 • 00:24 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Concerns Rise in Estonia over the Success of the Rail Baltica Project – Dependent on Completion of the Latvian Section

Estonia is prioritizing the construction of the Rail Baltica railway while concerns mount over the progress of the Latvian section, which is critical for the project's overall success.

Mar 21 • 18:27 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Privatization of Belgrano Cargas: how Grupo México operates and what it proposes to land in the country's train network

Grupo México aims to bid for the privatization of Belgrano Cargas, intending to invest $3 billion over five years in Argentina's freight train network.

Mar 21 • 15:57 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kenya, Uganda presidents to meet for rail link

The presidents of Kenya and Uganda are set to meet to discuss and mark the extension of a railway link that has faced financial challenges and delays.

Mar 21 • 12:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Adif acknowledges that the 36 meters of rail replaced this March in Adamuz lacked quality control

Adif has acknowledged that the recently replaced 36 meters of rail in Adamuz were not subject to quality control, raising questions in an ongoing investigation into a tragic accident.

Mar 21 • 10:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Adif acknowledges that in the section of Adamuz where the accident occurred there were 36 meters of track without "quality certification"

Adif has acknowledged that 36 meters of railway track in the section where a fatal accident occurred lacked the necessary quality certification, prompting an investigation into the incident.

Mar 21 • 08:33 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What is the maximum speed of California's bullet train: faster trips to Los Angeles

California's bullet train is designed to reach speeds of up to 220 miles per hour, aimed at significantly reducing travel times between major cities.

Mar 20 • 16:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Swedish rail pass holders' passport numbers sold after data breach

Personal data of Swedish Interrail passholders, including passport numbers, has been leaked and is being sold on the darknet following a data breach from Eurail.

Mar 20 • 10:59 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Elron's Unexpected Crisis Drill

Elron's rail operations in Estonia encountered a significant disruption due to a failure in their traffic management system's software update.

Mar 19 • 20:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Rail traffic was halted for hours

Rail traffic in Tallinn was interrupted for several hours this morning before being restored in the afternoon.

Mar 19 • 18:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Current Camera at 18:30

A live broadcast from ERR covers significant news events including a Russian brigade reportedly trapped and rail disruptions in Baltic Station.

Mar 19 • 17:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Rail toll: Now the pressure is on the Federal Minister of Transport

The European Court of Justice has halted Germany's plans for a railway price cap, putting pressure on the Federal Minister of Transport, Patrick Schnieder, to find solutions, which may negatively impact railway customers.

Mar 19 • 14:52 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

After 13 years of delay - now the tracks in Sundbyberg will be underground

Construction to bury the rail tracks in Sundbyberg, Sweden, is set to begin in May, with the project expected to be completed by 2042 after significant delays.

Mar 19 • 14:47 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Lexicon: What is the rail toll?

The EU Court has overturned the German government’s price cap on rail tolls, impacting local and regional train services.

Mar 19 • 14:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Final Test of the Second Phase of Indore Metro Completed, Commercial Journey to Start Soon

The second phase of the Indore Metro project has completed its final test, with commercial operations expected to begin shortly after receiving clearance from the safety commissioner.

Mar 19 • 11:12 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Eesti Raudtee excludes the possibility that the failure might have been sabotage

Eesti Raudtee has ruled out sabotage as a cause for a recent railway traffic failure, which was linked to a software update issue.

Mar 19 • 11:03 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

German Regulation: ECJ Rejects the Track Price Cap in Local Transport

The European Court of Justice has deemed Germany's price cap for rail usage in local transport unlawful, potentially leading to increased costs for transport companies and higher ticket prices for passengers.

Mar 19 • 10:19 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

German Regulation: ECJ Cancels Price Cap for Rail in Local Transport

The European Court of Justice has ruled that Germany's price cap for rail network usage in local transport is unlawful, leading to potential increased costs for transport companies and higher ticket prices for passengers.

Mar 19 • 10:19 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Švinka remains in the position of transport minister despite criticism from both the opposition and the coalition in the Saeima

Transport Minister Švinka survives a no-confidence vote supported by 48 deputies, amidst calls for his resignation over the 'Rail Baltica' project issues.

Mar 19 • 10:10 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Rail Traffic: European Court of Justice Strikes Down Pricing Cap

The European Court of Justice has declared Germany's cap on track pricing in regional and local rail transport invalid, citing conflicts with EU law that restrict flexibility for rail network operators.

Mar 19 • 09:36 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Crime & Justice

A freight train collided with a woman on the railway corridor in Olomouc, she died on the spot

A tragic incident occurred when a freight train struck a woman on the Olomouc railway, resulting in her immediate death.

Mar 19 • 09:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Rail transport in Russia is collapsing. Railways are preparing for massive layoffs

Russia's rail transport sector is facing a collapse, prompting significant layoffs as part of restructuring efforts.

Mar 19 • 07:10 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

A Burning Gas Cylinder Found on the Delhi-Prayagraj Rail Route in Kanpur, Causing Panic

A burning LPG cylinder found near the Delhi-Prayagraj rail route in Kanpur caused panic among passengers and railway administration.

Mar 19 • 03:41 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania announce joint procurement for Rail Baltic regional trains

Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have announced a joint procurement for regional trains for the Rail Baltic project, but there are concerns about the timeline for the railway's completion, particularly regarding the segment in Latvia.

Mar 18 • 19:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Baltic States Plan to Jointly Purchase 'Rail Baltica' Trains

The Baltic countries are collaborating to procure trains for the 'Rail Baltica' project, despite concerns over construction delays.

Mar 18 • 18:07 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Gallery: Regional train joint tender for Rail Baltica announced in Tallinn

Baltic region railway operators Elron, Vivi, and LTG Link have announced a joint tender for regional trains for Rail Baltica, intending to procure up to 20 trains compatible with European gauge.

Mar 18 • 15:35 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Adif responds to complaints about the high-speed cut between Madrid and Málaga until the end of April: 'It's a matter of safety'

Adif has postponed the reopening of the high-speed rail line between Madrid and Málaga until late April, citing safety concerns due to structural repairs.

Mar 18 • 10:12 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Poland's assessment: Rail Baltic will only be ready by 2040

Poland estimates that the Rail Baltic project will be completed by 2040, delayed by funding shortages and increasing construction costs.

Mar 18 • 09:49 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Cross River Rail boss tells inquiry CFMEU 'purposefully' caused disruptions

The CEO of Cross River Rail accused the CFMEU of intentionally causing delays and budget issues during the construction of Queensland's major infrastructure project.

Mar 18 • 07:28 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Israel: Iranian missile strike near Tel Aviv kills elderly couple in Ramat Gan

An Iranian missile strike near Tel Aviv resulted in the death of an elderly couple and significant damage to the area, leading to a suspension of rail services.

Mar 18 • 07:13 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russia hits rail infrastructure in Chernihiv Oblast and facilities in southern regions, injuring people

Russian forces targeted rail infrastructure in Chernihiv Oblast and other regions of Ukraine, injuring two railway workers and damaging other facilities.

Mar 18 • 07:01 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Rail break in Helsingør continues to cause train problems

A rail break in Helsingør is leading to fewer trains and longer travel times between Helsingør and Copenhagen's main station.

Mar 18 • 06:12 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

There is no consensus in the Latvian parliament on the future of Rail Baltic and Air Baltic

Latvian leaders lack a clear stance on advancing Rail Baltic and Air Baltic amidst impending parliamentary elections.

Mar 17 • 19:25 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

LAMATA pays tenants displaced by Blue line rail depot

The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority has initiated compensation for tenants displaced due to the land acquisition for the Blue Line rail depot in Okokomaiko.

Mar 17 • 17:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major compensation changes from Wednesday April 1 2026 for all train users

UK train passengers will experience significant changes in compensation processes from April 1, 2026, aimed at simplifying claims for delays and reducing fare evasion.

Mar 17 • 16:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Rail Baltica may be delayed by ten years as defense spending rises in Poland and the Baltic states

The Rail Baltica project, aiming to connect Poland and the Baltic states, faces a potential decade-long delay due to increased defense expenditures prioritizing current rail improvements amid security concerns over Russia.

Mar 17 • 16:11 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Hellenic Train: Train services resume in Evros

Hellenic Train announced the resumption of railway services in the Evros region, starting from March 18 and 19, 2026, after an update from the Greek Railways Infrastructure Manager.

Mar 17 • 15:40 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Col Frecciarossa in Austria and Germany: What Changes for High Speed

The Italian Frecciarossa 1000 high-speed train is testing routes in Austria and Germany and aims to establish connections to those countries by 2027.

Mar 17 • 13:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Train delays: compensation claims to be easier under Great British Railways

Rail passengers in the UK will now be able to claim compensation for delayed trains directly from the ticket purchase website, simplifying the refund process under the new Great British Railways system.

Mar 17 • 00:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Evening Recap: Passengers injured as Abuja-Kaduna train derails, Omokri says picking Obi as running mate could cost Atiku, other top stories

Passengers sustained injuries in a train derailment along the Abuja-Kaduna line, amidst ongoing political discussions regarding Atiku Abubakar's potential running mate for the 2027 elections.

Mar 16 • 19:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Deteriorating Rail Infrastructure in Bavaria: Palla is 'not at all satisfied' with the state of the rail network

The Bavarian Parliament plans to closely monitor the condition, expansion, and renovation of train tracks in Bavaria through a new oversight body after discussions with railway chief Evelyn Palla.

Mar 16 • 15:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A technical report encourages suspicion of a rail break 22 hours before the Adamuz disaster

A technical report suggests that a rail break may have happened 22 hours prior to the train derailment in Adamuz, which led to a subsequent collision.

Mar 16 • 14:01 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Tram derailed in Milan, the driver does not respond to the prosecutors. Lawyer: 'He was not using his mobile phone'

The tram driver involved in the fatal derailment in Milan has chosen not to answer questions from prosecutors during his interrogation.

Mar 16 • 13:26 UTC

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