German rail sector takes advantage of wind power surcharges
The European Commission concluded that the German plans to grant reductions on offshore surcharges to electro-intensive users and railways are […]
April 2018
EC launches public consultation on noise differentiated TACs
The European Commission has launched a public consultation aimed at supporting the evaluation of a measure tackling the rail freight […]
Negotiations for restructuring of Bombardier in Germany completed
Bombardier announced it has reached an agreement with the employee representation in Germany on restructuring and reorganisation proposals until December […]
Watco acquires Industrial Terminals
Watco Companies acquired the assets of Industrial Terminals and entered into a long-term lease for the use and operation of […]
Japan to grant loan for Mumbai metro
Japan pledged to provide India with a loan of up to JPY 100 billion (USD 940 million) for the construction […]
New referendum for Divača-Koper rail project
The National Electoral Commission of Slovenia announced that a repeat referendum on the “Act on the construction, management and governance […]
Beijing metro to improve electronic fare payment system
Starting from May, passengers will be able to pay for fares on the Beijing Metro using QR code electronic payment […]
Indian Railways to start outsourcing rail station operations
The Indian Railways have decided to outsource operation and maintenance of five railway stations to companies outside state control for […]
Osaka metro is privatized
Osaka’s municipal metro system was privatized on 1 April with the launch of the new operator, Osaka Metro Co., marking […]
Port of Savannah starts works on Mason Mega Rail Terminal
The U.S. Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) broke ground on its USD 126.7 million Mason Mega Rail Terminal. The expansion will […]