A large section of a glacier in the Swiss Alps has broken off, sending a torrent of ice, mud and rock into the sea. The flooding has engulfed much of a village that was evacuated as a safety precaution earlier this month. [more…]
The European Union (EU) Council announced this week that Switzerland has been approved to participate in a multinational military cybersecurity project. The decision comes as Switzerland is a member of the EU’s Permanent Structured Cooperation Council. [more…]
A tragic accident occurred during track maintenance work in the Swiss city of St. Gallen on the morning of May 19. A locomotive was shunted on the tracks where repair crews were working. [more…]
Switzerland-based rolling stock manufacturer Stadler will deliver seven FLIRT trains for the popular Arlanda Express route between Stockholm and Arlanda Airport. This major upgrade will [more…]
Swiss startup Sun-Ways has launched a groundbreaking pilot project to transform railway infrastructure into an energy production hub. Launched near Neuchâtel, the project aims to [more…]
Alstom and the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) are preparing a major change to the FV-Dosto double-decker train fleet. The companies are planning a modified FV-Dosto without a tilting system (WAKO suspension) [more…]
Sun-Ways, an innovative startup based in Switzerland, has launched a groundbreaking project in the global energy sector. The company has developed the world's first active railway system that can be installed and easily dismantled on railway lines. [more…]
Switzerland is taking a major step towards strengthening its air defences amid growing security concerns in Europe and Russia’s attacks on Ukraine. The country’s defence procurement office, Armasuisse, said [more…]
Stadler and Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (MGBahn) have successfully put into service Switzerland’s first electric rack-and-pinion train with Stadler braking system on the steep Andermatt-Göschenen line. The new ORION train, [more…]
Stadler sent the first Saphir II train to the Aargau Verkehr depot in Switzerland this month. After testing the train, engineers will apply for approval from the Federal Office of Transport. [more…]
The Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) has launched a bold plan for high-speed rail projects connecting Switzerland, Italy and France. The initiative aims to make cross-border travel more efficient. [more…]
Switzerland is taking a major step towards strengthening its rail transport, aiming to expand its fleet and increase connections within Europe. The Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) is launching a new railway system to Italy and France. [more…]
Swiss train manufacturer Stadler has received an order from TPC (Transports Publics du Chablais) for 13 cogwheel trains. The $155 million contract will improve transportation in the mountainous regions of Switzerland. [more…]
Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu spoke at the panel held within the scope of the 87th Session of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNEC) Internal Transport Committee. Creating alternative routes and [more…]
Swiss rail freight carrier Widmer Rail is investing in environmentally friendly and highly efficient locomotive solutions in cooperation with Siemens Mobility. The company has battery modules [more…]
Switzerland's rail transport is set to enter a new era with the FLIRT Evo trains. Stadler's modern electric trains were put to the test during a special demonstration run in the canton of Valais. [more…]
The Swiss government has taken an important step towards strategic decisions and priorities for transport infrastructure. In November 2024, voters will express their concerns about costly projects, [more…]
Hubner has taken a major step towards the modernisation of FLIRT Nordic Express trains, signing a contract to supply 17 FrontAdd systems for 34 trains. This innovative [more…]
Swiss logistics company SBB Cargo has taken an important step towards fleet modernization by signing an agreement with Tatravagónka to supply advanced freight wagons. The agreement includes: [more…]
Bernina Express combines the stunning landscapes of the Alps with impressive engineering to offer its passengers a unique travel experience. This railway line, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, [more…]
This month, travel consultants can enter the Quiz2Win competition to win a fantastic trip with Rail Europe. Test your knowledge with this fun and educational competition. [more…]
The Robel Group has announced the opening of a new sales and service centre with the aim of strengthening its presence in the Swiss rail market. On 9 December 2024, Plasser Robel Services, based in Brugg, [more…]
The Swiss Federal Railways (SBB), which used to be the second best railway company in Europe, has seen a sharp drop in the rankings following recent revisions. Transport et Environment [more…]
The Schilthorn Cable Car, opened in the Bernese Alps in Switzerland, stands out as an innovative achievement in both engineering and design. It holds the title of "the world's steepest cable car" [more…]
Stadler has signed a major agreement with the Rhaetian Railway (RhB) and the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway (MGB) aiming to increase the efficiency of the railway network in Switzerland and modernise the fleets. [more…]
Swiss rail technology provider Stadler has signed a contract totaling $100 million for the Rhaetian Railway (RhB) and the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway (MGBahn), making a significant contribution to the Swiss rail sector. [more…]
The Swiss transport company RBS (Regionalverkehr Bern-Solothurn) has entered into a partnership with Stadler to develop regional train services. Within the scope of this cooperation, the Solothurn-Bern RegioExpress line (RE5) will be used [more…]
Among Europe’s rail transport success stories, Switzerland has always been at the top for its sustainability, efficiency and innovative solutions. The country has the highest rail travel per capita in Europe. [more…]
Switzerland and Germany have signed a major railway electrification project to improve transport in their border regions. The two countries are cooperating to modernise the Hochrheinbahn route, [more…]
In Switzerland, the Flirt Evo electric trains were officially launched by Stadler and the three major railway operators (SBB, Thurbo and RegionAlps). The €1,8 billion contract is for the Swiss railway [more…]
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