Germany: The first four-car Stadler JK metro train has started passenger service on Berlin's U2 line. Stadler plans to deliver an additional 140 cars to BVG, the German capital's operator, by the end of the year.
Germany: Until the end of the week, the full-size 22 m head car will be exhibited on the city’s Königsplatz square.
Germany: A consortium consisting of manufacturers and the national operator Deutsche Bahn has been selected as the winner of a tender to supply trains and transport services for the German capital.
The global trend towards the development of urban public transport is underscored by the debut and entry into service of new tram models in 2024.
Germany: According to local media reports citing company documents, Knorr-Bremse is considering cutting at least 700 jobs across the country.
International manufacturers continue to place emphasis on further development of energy-saving technologies, weight reduction and automation. Innovations are driven by large orders.
Germany: The fleet of four three-car ForCity Plus 47T was launched in the German city. The rest 18 ordered vehicles are to be deployed by the end of 2026.
Czech Republic: The manufacturer has posted a video on social media showing its 12th six-car ForCity Smart 38T tram at its factory in Plzeň.
Germany: Vollert filed for insolvency at the Heilbronn District Court in July 2025. Just a few weeks before this filing, the company had secured two major new contracts, but was unable to utilise bank guarantees to fulfill these orders.
