Alberta Plans Private Sector High-Speed Rail RFP for Calgary-Edmonton Corridor
Alberta will issue a Request for Proposal in fall 2026 seeking private partners to build a high-speed rail line between Calgary and Edmonton. The province expects to select a proponent by April 2027, with trains traveling up to 320 km/h and trip times around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Person Struck by Train Delays Lakeshore West GO Line in Toronto
A person was struck by a train on Toronto’s Lakeshore West GO line before 6 a.m. on September 25, causing major delays. Metrolinx urges affected riders to consider TTC travel alternatives.
UK Government to Nationalise Avanti West Coast Rail Services from March 2027
The UK government will nationalise Avanti West Coast rail services between London and Scotland in March 2027. This ends private operation by FirstGroup and Trenitalia amid chronic service disruptions.
35 Bihar-Bound Trains Cancelled Including Vande Bharat on September 28
Indian Railways cancelled 35 Bihar-bound trains, including Vande Bharat, on September 28. A total of 42 express trains were affected due to maintenance and operational constraints.
Lakeshore West GO Line Delayed After Train Strikes Person Near Exhibition Station
A train struck a person west of Exhibition Station on the Lakeshore West GO line before 6 a.m. on September 25, causing major delays. Metrolinx advises riders at nearby stations to use TTC services.
UK to Nationalise Avanti West Coast Rail Services in March 2027
Avanti West Coast rail services will move to public ownership on 7 March 2027 following contract expiry in October 2026. This transfer aims to reduce delays across the West Coast Main Line.
35 Bihar-Bound Trains Cancelled Including Vande Bharat on Sept 28
On September 28, 2026, Indian Railways cancelled 35 trains bound for Bihar, including the Vande Bharat. An additional 42 trains were also cancelled across other routes.
Delays on Lakeshore West GO Line After Person Struck by Train
A person was hit by a Lakeshore West GO train west of Exhibition Station before 6 a.m. on September 25, causing substantial delays. Commuters are advised to use TTC at nearby stations while the investigation and emergency response continue.
UK to Nationalise Avanti West Coast Rail Services from March 2027
The UK government will take public ownership of Avanti West Coast rail services between London and Scotland starting March 2027. This follows persistent delays and cancellations under private operators FirstGroup and Trenitalia.
Avanti West Coast Rail Franchise Nationalisation Confirmed for March 2027
The UK government confirmed that Avanti West Coast rail franchise will be nationalised on 7 March 2027. The move follows years of performance issues and aligns with plans for Great British Railways.















