London Underground to achieve full mobile coverage by year-end
TfL is extending 4G/5G across additional Bakerloo, Metropolitan and Circle sections, with rollout progressing apace. The programme targets network-wide coverage by end-2026. Leer
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Mafex argues that blaming industry for delivery delays is an oversimplification
The Spanish rail supply association Mafex says rolling stock delivery delays stem from multiple factors across the value chain, warning that attributing responsibility primarily to manufacturers oversimplifies a complex industrial process. Leer
Siemens unveils Vectron X with enhanced digitalisation and app store
Siemens has launched the Vectron X, a new-generation locomotive featuring advanced digitalisation, including an onboard app store and remote start capability. Leer
Renfe, via Arenaways, to provide traction in Italy for Brussels–Milan night train
Italian operator Arenaways, part-owned by Renfe, will supply traction on the Italian leg of the new Brussels–Milan overnight service to be launched by European Sleeper in September. Leer
ATMV rolls out self-service machine in Metrovalencia for personalised cards
Metrovalencia has commissioned a self-service unit issuing pre-ordered personalised cards, collected via QR code at the station. Leer
High-speed rail fares in Spain up to 52% lower than in 2019 this summer
Trainline reports a structural reduction in Spanish high-speed rail fares, with average prices this summer up to 52% below 2019 levels across key corridors. Leer
Adif tenders new bridge over the River Jarama on the Madrid–Valencia line
Adif has launched a €1.55m tender covering environmental assessment and detailed design for a replacement bridge over the Jarama between Seseña and Aranjuez, aimed at enhancing reliability on this mixed-traffic corridor. Leer
The Spanish Atlantic Corridor Office and AECOC unveil plan to shift FMCG freight to rail
An intermodal transport plan for 2026 sets out measures to boost rail’s modal share in Spain’s fast-moving consumer goods sector through reliability, capacity and digitalisation. Leer
Adif and Rodalies launch legal action against Siemens over Barcelona disruption
Following two collapses of the Barcelona França CTC in a single day, Adif and Rodalies de Catalunya have announced legal proceedings against Siemens, supplier of the traffic management system and its maintenance. Leer
CNMC rejects deadline extension for Renfe to open La Sagra depot to Iryo
Spain’s competition watchdog has refused Renfe extra time to comply with interim measures requiring access to its La Sagra maintenance depot for rival operator Iryo. Leer
CAF to modify TCMS on Renfe’s Series 120 and 121 to enhance reliability
Renfe has awarded CAF a contract to upgrade the Cosmos TCMS software on Series 120, 120.050 and 121 units, aiming to optimise automatic gauge-changing and voltage transition management. Leer
Óscar Puente calls for EU-wide strategy to accelerate train manufacturing
Spain’s transport minister urges a coordinated European approach to cut rolling stock delivery delays—up to three years in Spain—which are undermining sector competitiveness. Leer
Alstom acquires site for maintenance depot in Delaware
Alstom has taken a key step in its Amtrak contract for Avelia Liberty maintenance, securing a site in Newark, Delaware, for a purpose-built servicing facility. Leer
Iryo Will Transport the Spanish Episcopate Between Madrid and Barcelona During the Pope’s Journey
Iryo will participate in Pope Leo XIV's visit by transporting the Spanish episcopate, event organisers, and accredited press between Madrid and Barcelona in what they describe as a pro bono service. Leer
Poland prepares liberalisation of long-distance PSO rail services
The Polish government has begun preparing the liberalisation of long-distance PSO rail services, due to take effect in 2030 when the current public service contract with PKP Intercity expires. Leer
Santano announces full reopening of the Garraf tunnels on June 8, one week ahead of schedule
Spain’s Ministry of Transport confirms double-track operation through the Garraf tunnels will resume on June 8 following structural strengthening and coastal protection works. Leer
Adif AV awards first ‘aerosleepers’ for the Madrid–Barcelona high-speed line
Adif Alta Velocidad has awarded a contract to supply aero sleepers for renewing the Mejorada del Campo–Calatayud section, enabling operations at up to 350 km/h on the Madrid–Barcelona high-speed line. Leer
Adif awards €7.65m contract for new access track to Fuencarral complex
Adif has let a €7.65m contract to build a new access line linking Fuencarral depot with Chamartín, effectively doubling current capacity and improving operational flexibility. Leer