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Singapore will expand the Singapore Rail Academy’s role from November with standardised training, wider eligibility, and new certification pathways for engineers, technicians and operations staff. The changes, developed with LTA and rail operators, are meant to support MRT network expansion, upgrades and future technology adoption.

GMRC has invited bids for the ₹197.14 crore development and construction of the Gyaspur Depot for the Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project in Gujarat. The package covers depot infrastructure, an Operations Control Centre, and associated electrical and mechanical works. Bid submission closes on 20 November 2026.

Wabtec has reached 1,000 locomotives built at its Contagem plant in Brazil. Vale ordered 50 Evolution Series locomotives in 2025, and Wabtec also signed a USD 254 million deal with MRS Logística in September 2026 for locomotives, spare parts and maintenance through 2032. Some units are exported to Australia and Uruguay.

The Mutiara Line LRT link from Macallum to Penang Sentral, including a 5.5 km marine bridge across the Penang Strait, is expected to start construction in Q3 2027 after MRT Corp completes tender evaluation this month. Completion is targeted for December 2031.

Alstom said first-half revenue rose 3% to €9.3 billion and orders rose to €11.0 billion, but it cut its 2026/27 outlook. The company cited technical issues and testing requirements on the Coradia Max platform and revised margins on selected rolling stock projects.

Severn Valley Railway will host Class 55 Deltic D9015 Tulyar from 13 to 16 May 2027 during its Spring Diesel Festival, marking 40 years since the line’s first diesel gala. The locomotive returned to passenger service in 2026 after a 30-year restoration.

Indian Railways freight loading rose 8.32% year over year to 145.07 million tonnes in October 2026, the best October on record. Growth was led by food grains and domestic coal. April–October freight loading reached 978.78 million tonnes, up 4.67% from a year earlier; passenger traffic also increased.

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch said a train not in service hit the buffers at London Liverpool Street on 15 October 2026 at about 7 mph, derailing the first three carriages and damaging the train and buffer stop. A safety digest will follow.

ScotRail will add extra carriages and staff, and manage queuing at Haymarket, for the Scotland v New Zealand rugby international at Murrayfield on 7 November 2026. Services on several routes are expected to be very busy, and passengers are advised to buy tickets in advance.

SRI Rail Invest ordered a Vectron Dual Mode locomotive for delivery in late 2027 or early 2028. In a separate deal, it arranged financing for Projektbahn to acquire former ICE 2 vehicles from DB Fernverkehr.

An opinion piece says the ECRL is nearing a defining moment in Malaysia, with passenger service due to start on 12 December 2026. It highlights expected travel-time savings, dynamic fare pricing, concessions and the importance of first- and last-mile connectivity around stations.

Bala Lake Railway in North Wales will run two Santa steam trains on 12–13 December 2026. Pre-booked passengers will travel from Llanwchllyn to Bala Pen-y-Bont and visit Santa’s Grotto; children receive gifts and adults get a hot drink or cherry.

Alstom cut its 2026/27 outlook after production delays and technical issues on the Coradia Max platform and other German projects. First-half adjusted EBIT margin was about -4%, free cash flow was negative EUR 1.25 billion, and full-year rail vehicle production guidance was reduced to about 4,000.

GB Railfreight has appointed Jude Winstanley as CEO from 2 November 2026. John Smith will stay on in an advisory role on UK rail reform. The company says it continues investing in locomotives, maintenance facilities and depots, including Class 99 bi-mode locomotives.

Amtrak has launched its Winter Wanderlust sale, offering up to 30% off fares on U.S. routes for travel between 1 December 2026 and 14 March 2027. The sale runs until 12 November and applies to Coach and Acela Business Class bookings.

The article discusses the AI city concept presented at Huawei Connect 2026 in Shanghai, where governments use digital foundations, AI agents, and unified data platforms to improve city services. Examples from Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Angola, and Saudi Arabia highlight proactive governance, emergency response, and automated public-service workflows.

Alstom cut its 2026/27 forecasts, with expected operating margin reduced from 6.5% to 1%, and delivery delays pushing some revenue into later years.

At InnoTrans 2026, Vossloh launched new fastening systems for conventional, high-speed and urban rail, and added TrackStability software functions for track-buckling risk. The company also won about EUR 60 million in rail fastening contracts for two high-speed lines in Shandong, China, with deliveries from 2027.

The Watercress Line in Hampshire will run Steam Illuminations from 27 November 2026 to 2 January 2027, featuring a steam train with synchronised LED lights, music, interactive activities, and festive station attractions.

KTM unveiled the 2027 1390 Super Duke GT EVO at EICMA 2026 with a 1,350 cc engine, semi-active suspension, AMT and touring equipment. It is expected in dealerships in early 2027, while KTM Malaysia has listed it locally but has not confirmed launch timing or pricing.

East Midlands Railway says the Derwent Valley Line between Derby and Matlock will close from 14 to 22 November 2026 for £3m of Network Rail upgrade works, mainly track renewals at Whatstandwell, Cromford and Matlock Bath. Over 3,500 sleepers and 6,400 tonnes of ballast will be installed.

Malaysia and Singapore held a joint emergency response exercise for the Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link on 27–28 October 2026 at RTS Wadi Hana Depot. The drill tested firefighting, medical triage, casualty evacuation, and cross-border coordination by agencies from both countries ahead of passenger service start.

Stadler has begun commissioning the first RBe 546 FLIRT EMU for Sihltal Zürich Uetliberg Bahn in Switzerland. The 17 three-car units were ordered in September 2024, with type testing in 2027 and commercial service planned from May 2028.

Llangollen and Corwen Railway is seeking volunteers from North Wales for customer-facing roles during its Christmas Santa Special services. The appeal covers roles such as stewards, greeters, Welsh-speaking volunteers and Santa’s elves, with festive operations starting on 28 November 2026.

Network Rail has issued travel advice for Manchester Christmas Markets, which open on 6 November 2026 and are expected to draw heavy crowds on Northern and TransPennine Express services. Passengers are advised to plan ahead, use earlier return trains, and expect extra staff at Manchester Piccadilly.