Winnipeg Installs Digital Message Boards at Rail Crossings
The City of Winnipeg launched a new railroad crossing information system on August 22, 2026, featuring roadside beacons and digital message boards. Installed on Sterling Lyon and Kenaston Boulevards, the system aids drivers and Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service crews with real-time crossing updates.
RMT Union Announces August-September Strikes Over EMR Aurora Train Safety
The Rail, Maritime and Transport union will strike East Midlands Railway over safety concerns with the new Aurora Class 810 trains. Strike action includes 48 hours on 30-31 August and 24 hours on 16 September.
Indonesian Government to Acquire 60% of Whoosh High-Speed Rail Operator
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Winnipeg installs train crossing message boards on Sterling Lyon and Kenaston Boulevards
The City of Winnipeg installed a new railroad crossing information system featuring TRAINFO beacons and digital message boards on Sterling Lyon and Kenaston Boulevards. Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service crews have dashboard access to crossing data for real-time monitoring.
RMT Union Plans August-September Strikes Over EMR Class 810 Train Safety
The RMT union has announced strikes against East Midlands Railway over safety and reliability issues with the new Aurora Class 810 trains. The strike action will occur over 30-31 August and 16-17 September 2026, impacting Intercity services.
Winnipeg Launches New Railroad Crossing Message Boards System
Winnipeg has installed a new rail crossing system with TRAINFO beacons and digital boards to warn drivers before crossing. The system aids emergency responders and helps reduce delays at train crossings.
RMT Plans August-September Strikes Over EMR Aurora Train Safety Issues
The Rail, Maritime and Transport union announced strikes at East Midlands Railway over safety concerns with new Aurora Class 810 trains. Strikes are scheduled from August 30 to September 17, 2026.
Indonesian Government to Acquire Majority Stake in Whoosh High-Speed Train Operator
Indonesia’s Ministry of Finance will acquire a 60% stake in PT Kereta Cepat Indonesia-China, operator of the Jakarta-Bandung Whoosh high-speed rail. The transfer to state agency Danantara is planned by mid-September 2026.
RMT Union Plans New Strikes Over Safety of Aurora Class 810 Trains
The RMT union will hold strikes lasting 48 hours from August 30 and 24 hours on September 16 over Aurora Class 810 train safety concerns. East Midlands Railway denies regulatory safety faults but has adjusted services since July 2026.
Indonesian Ministry of Finance to Acquire Majority Stake in KCIC
The Indonesian Ministry of Finance will acquire a 60% stake in KCIC, the operator of the Jakarta – Bandung Whoosh high-speed rail. The government plans to transfer the shares to Danantara by mid-September 2026.
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