Latest news about railway rolling stock contracts and procurements.
USA: The Wall Street Journal has a great article on the prospects and limitations of alternative traction for diesel locomotives.
Brief overview of key events and news in the rail rolling stock markets.
USA: The six-axle 2,400 kW SD40JR locomotive undergoes final tests at the MxV Rail centre in Pueblo, US.
Brief overview of key events and news in the rail rolling stock markets.
Brief overview of key events and news in the rail rolling stock markets.
Australia: A batch of six six-axle GT46C-ACe Gen II diesel locomotives has arrived at the Port of Newcastle from the US plant in Muncie.
One of the main trends in railway transport in recent years is replacing diesel engines with alternative ones. As all major manufacturers are responsive to market demands, they develop rolling stock on alternative traction.
US: According to Progress Rail, Wabtec is abusing its market position for mainline locomotives, locomotive control systems, and services.