Canada invests C$4.7B to build 313 VIA Rail passenger cars domestically
Canada will build 313 VIA Rail passenger cars domestically under a C$4.7 billion order announced on September 3, 2026. The investment includes a 15-year support agreement and aims to modernize fleet serving regional routes.
CrossCountry Cuts Services Across UK Network Amid Crew Shortages
CrossCountry has reduced train services across its UK network on September 6, 2026, due to a shortage of train crew. Passengers are experiencing cancellations and fewer available trains on affected routes.
Great Western Railway Cuts Timetable Over Class 175 Train Reliability
Great Western Railway has reduced its timetable from 7 September 2026 due to failures in its second-hand Class 175 train fleet. Ongoing technical issues have led to multiple cancellations on routes serving Devon and Cornwall.
Metrolinx Cuts Three GO Train Services to Niagara Falls Starting Sept 2026
Metrolinx will remove three GO train services to and from Niagara Falls starting September 8, 2026. Service cuts will allow construction work and crew training through spring 2027.
Canada Invests C$4.7 Billion in VIA Rail Domestic Car Production
Canada announced a C$4.7 billion investment in September 2026 to manufacture VIA Rail passenger cars domestically. The funding aims to strengthen Canada's local rail manufacturing industry.
Russian Strikes Kill Six Kyiv Rail Workers and At Least 12 in Overnight Attacks
At least 12 fatalities, including six Ukrzaliznytsia railway workers, resulted from overnight Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and surrounding regions. Rescue workers responded overnight to multiple fires and casualties following the sustained attacks.
Canada Commits C$4.7B for Building VIA Rail Passenger Cars Domestically
Canadian authorities committed C$4.7 billion on September 3, 2026, to produce VIA Rail passenger cars domestically. The investment aims to reinforce local rail infrastructure and support economic growth.
Frecciarossa Starts Tests in Germany and Austria for Rome-Milan-Munich Routes
Ferrovie dello Stato (FS) has begun testing Frecciarossa trains in Germany and Austria, targeting high-speed services between Milan, Rome, and Munich by summer 2027. The project, in partnership with Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB, will expand cross-border rail connections with the Brenner Base Tunnel reducing journey times from December 2028.
Velvet Secures French Rail Licence for 2028 High Speed Launch
Velvet secured its French Railway Undertaking licence on September 1, 2026, enabling preparations to launch high speed rail services by 2028. The company aims to operate 12 Alstom Avelia Horizon trains connecting Paris with several western France cities.
Russian Attack Kills Six Ukrzaliznytsia Rail Workers in Kyiv
Russian missile and drone attacks overnight killed at least 12 people in Kyiv, including six Ukrzaliznytsia railway workers. Nearly 350 rescue workers responded across the region.
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EasyJet Adds Seven New Routes from Five UK Airports Starting November 2026
EasyJet has announced seven new flight routes from five UK airports starting November 2026. Routes include Liverpool to Reykjavík, Manchester to Nuremberg, and London Luton to Rabat, with fares from £21.99.
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