How Digital Capacity Tools Will Unclog Europe’s Railways
New EU rules and large-scale pilots are pushing digital capacity management to ease rail congestion, add train paths and improve cross-border reliability across Europe.
Oliver Brandt
I am writing observational travel analysis focused on how travel works beyond the surface.
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Stadler Wins First Major Order for FLIRT Akku Battery Trains
Stadler has secured its first large scale FLIRT Akku battery train order, marking a key step in replacing diesel fleets on Europe’s partially electrified regional routes.
Hydrogen train trials set to return to Dutch railways
The Netherlands is preparing a new round of hydrogen train testing, renewing debate over how the climate-conscious rail nation will power its non-electrified lines.
Arcola Energy backs Vivarail in hydrogen hybrid train push
Arcola Energy has partnered with UK rolling stock firm Vivarail to develop a hydrogen and battery hybrid train based on converted London Underground stock.
UK unveils new hydrogen train concept for future rail travel
A newly unveiled UK hydrogen train concept aims to cut diesel use on regional routes, supporting national decarbonisation targets and reshaping how visitors experience rail journeys.
Italy’s record Coradia hydrogen train order gains momentum
Italy’s largest order for Alstom Coradia hydrogen trains advances, with testing in Germany and new regional deployments reshaping low‑carbon rail travel.
Alstom reiterates confidence in hydrogen train deliveries
Amid scrutiny of its wider order book, Alstom maintains that deliveries of its Coradia iLint and other hydrogen-powered trains remain on track in key pilot markets.
Germany Clears Alstom Hydrogen Train for Passenger Use
Germany has approved Alstom’s Coradia iLint hydrogen train for passenger service, marking a major step in decarbonizing regional rail on non-electrified routes.
Hydrogen Trains Enter Passenger Service in Germany
Alstom’s Coradia iLint hydrogen trains have entered regular passenger service in Lower Saxony, marking a milestone for zero‑emission regional rail in Europe.
Stadler to deliver 7 more battery trains for ÖBB
ÖBB has ordered seven additional Stadler FLIRT Akku battery trains, strengthening plans to replace diesel units on regional lines and cut emissions across Austria.
Hybrid trains forecast to replace 30% of diesel fleets by 2030
New analysis suggests battery and hydrogen hybrid trains could displace nearly a third of diesel units by 2030, reshaping regional and commuter rail networks.
UAE launches first national passenger train service
The UAE has launched its first national passenger rail link between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah, promising faster journeys, new tourism flows and a shift in intercity travel.
First tram runs on new Birmingham Eastside Metro route
The Birmingham Eastside Metro extension has welcomed its first tram, launching passenger services on a new branch of the West Midlands light rail network.
EU Urged to Raise Ambitions for Alternative Rail Fuels
Analysts say the European Union could move faster on alternative fuels for non‑electrified rail lines, arguing current climate plans leave a significant diesel gap.
Rail Infra Forum 2023 links tracks, power and climate goals
Rail Infra Forum 2023 highlighted how grids, depots and charging hubs must evolve with hydrogen and battery trains for rail decarbonisation to succeed.