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🇩🇪 The German DB Cargo’s single wagonload freight service is facing potential shutdown after posting a EUR 350 million loss in 2024, with EU regulations requiring profitability by 2026 and a reduction of 5,000 jobs planned by 2029 to help meet financial targets. subscribe>>

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The China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) will invest USD 1.4 billion to upgrade the Tanzania-Zambia Railway (TAZARA), including track rehabilitation and the purchase of new locomotives and wagons, to enhance copper and cobalt exports from central Africa.

Only 7% of rail traffic in the EU is cross-border, and the four-year Crosusmob project, funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), aims to increase this percentage by addressing infrastructure challenges and policy differences between countries. Subscribe and read>>

ÖBB Rail Cargo Group has partnered with Pallet Control Tower to digitalize and expand the EUR pallet exchange system globally, improving transparency, efficiency, and compliance with EU regulations.

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🇫🇷 France is investing EUR 2.3 billion to modernise its night train fleet, including new locomotives and coaches, in response to increased demand and to promote sustainable rail travel as an alternative to short-haul flights.

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Los Angeles is aiming for a 'car-free' 2028 Olympics by investing in expanded transit infrastructure, including rail extensions and pedestrian-friendly projects, to encourage a permanent shift away from car dependence.

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Switzerland's FLIRT Evo electric trains, part of a CHF 2 billion contract for up to 510 units, will replace outdated models and enhance passenger comfort on RegionAlps' network, which serves 11.3 million passengers annually.

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A fascinating Friday fact - “Pointing and Calling” (or Shisa Kanko), is a technique used commonly on Japanese railways (as well as in China, Taiwan and Indonesia), involving pointing at important indicators and verbally calling out their status.

🚆 Saarstahl Rail x SNCF Réseau A €1B deal for eco-friendly steel rails will cut CO₂ emissions by 200,000 tons annually. A major step for green rail infrastructure! 🌱 #SustainableRail #GreenSteel

🧭 ”Europe has everything it needs to succeed in the race to the top” President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen

🛂 Biometric Rail Revolution Rail & freight are going touchless! Facial recognition & digital IDs mean faster boarding, enhanced security & better passenger experience. 🔐🚆 railpulse.tech #Biometrics #SmartRail

🚄 AI and IoT are transforming rail transport! From smart traffic management to hybrid locomotives – the future is here. #RailTransport #AI #IoT #Innovation

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