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KTZ‘s CHARME cars undergo certification testing
KTZ‘s CHARME cars undergo certification testing

In September 2025 began the certification of CHARME coaches built by Stadler in Astana.

Stadler to build first hydrogen trains for Sicily
Stadler to build first hydrogen trains for Sicily

On 1 October, at EXPO Ferroviaria 2025 Stadler signed first contract with Ferrovia Circumetnea (FCE) for the design and supply of two narrow-gauge hydrogen-powered trains.

KVB and Stadler launched major procurement project
KVB and Stadler launched major procurement project

The further modernization of the Kölner Verkehrsbetriebe's light rail fleet is now official: the KVB Board of Directors and the management of the Swiss vehicle manufacturer Stadler announced the launch of their future collaboration on 7 October 2025 in Köln.

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New Polish works for maintenance of TRAXXes
New Polish works for maintenance of TRAXXes

On 25 September 2025, Alstom has signed a letter of intent with DB Cargo Polska to establish a modern locomotive service centre in Rybnik.

The 200 km/h Class ETR 108 unveiled
The 200 km/h Class ETR 108 unveiled

On 30 September 2025, Trenitalia (Gruppo FS Italiane) and Alstom have unveiled the new 200 km/h regional train at the opening of EXPO Ferroviaria 2025. 

PJM carried out all the necessary steps for the approval of the innovative Y25 bogie for Innofreight
PJM carried out all the necessary steps for the approval of the innovative Y25 bogie for Innofreight

PJ Messtechnik was commissioned by Innofreight to carry out all the necessary steps for the approval of the innovative Y25 bogie.

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The Tokyo Waterfront Area Rapid Transit inaugurated the Class 71-000 EMU
The Tokyo Waterfront Area Rapid Transit inaugurated the Class 71-000 EMU

On 1 October 2025, Tokyo Waterfront Area Rapid Transit (TWR) formally started service of the new Class 71-000 EMU at Tokyo Teleport station on Rinkai line.

Akiem invests in 10 Vectron DM locomotives
Akiem invests in 10 Vectron DM locomotives

Akiem confirmed the exercise of an option for 10 additional Vectron Dual Mode locomotives from Siemens Mobility, after signing a framework contract for 50 locomotives in June 2025.

 

Škoda Group presented metro for Sofia
Škoda Group presented metro for Sofia

On 1 October 2025, the Škoda Group presented a four-car metro set for Sofia at its Plzeň production site.

Vossloh completed acquisition of Sateba
Vossloh completed acquisition of Sateba

Vossloh has completed its acquisition of the European concrete sleepers manufacturer Sateba. The transaction was finalized on 1 October 2025.

Akdoğan Train Cargo chooses Siemens Mobility - Vectron goes Türkiye
Akdoğan Train Cargo chooses Siemens Mobility - Vectron goes Türkiye

The Turkish logistics company Akdoğan Train Cargo has ordered five state-of-the-art Vectron MS multisystem electric locomotives from Siemens Mobility, including the XLoad equipment package.

Alpha Trains expands locomotive fleet with 15 Vectron DM locomotives
Alpha Trains expands locomotive fleet with 15 Vectron DM locomotives

Alpha Trains has ordered 15 additional Vectron Dual Mode (VDM) locomotives from Siemens Mobility, continuing the successful collaboration between the two companies.

Eurostar unveils first new Uniform in over a decade
Eurostar unveils first new Uniform in over a decade

From 1 October 2025, 2,600 Eurostar team members across all routes will wear a new uniform collection.

M6 reopens early after weekend HS2 viaduct slide
M6 reopens early after weekend HS2 viaduct slide

On 28 September 2025, engineers working for the HS2 project have reopened the M6 ahead of schedule after sliding part of a huge new viaduct across the busy motorway.

Siemens Mobility to build battery system factory in Bayern
Siemens Mobility to build battery system factory in Bayern

On 29 September 2025, Siemens Mobility celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony for a new production facility for rail vehicle battery systems in Luhe-Wildenau.