Лента новостей отрасли

Kyrgyzstan, Georgia Seek Closer Ties in Transport and Tourism

Kyrgyzstan and Georgia are looking to expand cooperation in transport, logistics and tourism following talks between their leaders in Bishkek.

ERA Executive Director to speak at inaugural Railway Gazette Summit

EUROPE: As the European rail landscape undergoes a period of profound transformation, the 2026 Railway Gazette Summit will be debating opportunities for building a resilient, competitive and sustainable railway sector. A detailed programme can be found here . Hosted by Railway Gazette International Executive Editor Ni…

From the Caspian to Europe: How Baku and Astana Can Build a Stronger Eurasian Partnership

Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan are no longer simply two countries linked by the Caspian Sea. They are increasingly shaping a shared vision of Eurasian connectivity - one that encompasses transport, energy, digital infrastructure, investment and regional diplomacy.

Urban rail industry news round-up

This week’s round-up of news from the global urban rail transport sector, from Railway Gazette International . On October 29 Wuhan opened two more sections of its metro network. The second phase of Line 12 between Gangduhuayuan and Moshuihu Park via the north and west of the city joins the two ends of Phase 1 opened o…

Kremlin Reveals Details of Preparations for Putin-Trump-Xi Meeting

An exchange of signals confirming readiness to hold a trilateral meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump, and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Shenzhen is underway, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, The Caspian Post reports, citing Vesti.

Prime Minister inaugurates Pune Metro Line 3

INDIA: The 23.3 km Pune Metro Line 3 (Pink) was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi via video link on November 3, with passenger services scheduled to start the following day. Developed by a joint venture of Siemens and Tata under a PPP agreement, the elevated line with 23 stations is intended to halve travel …

SOCAR, KazMunayGas Discuss Expanding Kazakh Oil Transit Through Azerbaijan

The State Oil Company of the Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) and Kazakhstan's national oil and gas company KazMunayGas have discussed expanding cooperation on transporting Kazakh oil through Azerbaijan.

Iran Claims Destruction of Two US Drones in Hormozgan - VIDEO

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that it destroyed two US-made Lucas drones near the port of Bandar Khamir in Hormozgan Province.

Kazakhstan Busts International Drug Trafficking Network in Caspian Sea

Kazakhstan's National Security Committee has dismantled an international drug trafficking network operating in the Caspian Sea, detaining five people and seizing nearly 109 kilograms of narcotics.

Celebrate the best of UK rail at the 2027 Rail Business Awards

UK: Organisations across the UK rail and metro sectors have until 23.55 on November 13 to submit entries for the next Rail Business Awards , which will take place on March 11 2027 in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Established as the first national awards for the UK railway sector, the prestigious Rail Business Awards recognise …

Renfe updates safety protocol as investigators analyse Urda collision

SPAIN: Renfe has introduced a new safety directive for high speed operations, requiring trains to halt and proceed at a maximum speed of 40 km/h under visual supervision after cab signalling failures. The decision follows the fatal Urda collision that killed at least 69 people. Most Spanish high speed lines are equipp…

Melbourne Airport Rail Link moves two steps closer to realisation

AUSTRALIA: The Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority has announced the preferred bidder to rebuild Sunshine station as part of Stage 1 of Melbourne’s long-planned Airport Rail Link. It has also committed to starting Stage 2 works in 2028, leaving the final stage without a timescale. The airport rail project is b…

The Caspian No Longer Divides: How Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan Are Building a New Eurasian Axis

From oil transit and the Middle Corridor to a trans-Caspian internet link and green energy, cooperation between Baku and Astana is becoming increasingly practical. Both countries have ambitious plans, but their success will depend on overcoming logistical, financial and trade challenges.

Sweden selects lower-cost Norrbotniabanan route as budget tightens

SWEDEN: Trafikverket has picked the lowest cost of the routes it studied for part of Norrbotniabanan, a missing link in the EU’s core rail network along the northern Baltic coast, three months after the government ordered it to rein in costs on the line’s unbuilt northern section. The Swedish transport administration …

The Middle Corridor’s Future Depends on More Than Railways: Azerbaijan’s Strategic Role in Eurasian Trade

The Middle Corridor is becoming an increasingly important connection between China and Europe, and Azerbaijan occupies a central position in its development. The country is a key hub in the Caspian segment of the route: the Port of Baku and the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway connect Central Asia with Türkiye and European m…

5.1-magnitude earthquake strikes southwestern Türkiye

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake has struck Türkiye, The Caspian Post reports, citing the country's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD).

Kazakhstan Prioritizes Trade, Logistics, Investment Ties with CAREC Nations

Trade turnover between Kazakhstan and member countries of the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program increased by 14.4% in 2025, reaching $8.8 billion, according to the Kazakh government's press service.

Eurostar announces next Chief Executive Officer

EUROPE: International high speed train operator Eurostar announced on November 2 that Gwendoline Cazenave was stepping down as CEO. Christophe Fanichet has been appointed as CEO from December 1, with Matthieu Quyollet, Chief Financial, Strategy & Transformation Officer and deputy CEO, serving as CEO in the interim. Fa…

Şanlıurfa light rail construction contract awarded

TURKEY: Şanlıurfa municipality has let a contract to construct the first phase of the city’s future light rail system to a consortium of Sigma İnşaat, Emreray Enerji and Vestan İnşaat. The consortium submitted a winning bid of TL3.39bn, the lowest of seven bids received. Phase 1 involves construction of a 14 km north-…

Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan Agree to Launch Caspian Bridge Ferry System

Companies from Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan have signed two documents outlining cooperation on a new trans-Caspian ferry system called the Caspian Bridge, an intermodal freight terminal and a joint venture.

Kazakh PM identifies military exercise shortcomings, outlines measures to strengthen troop safety after Caspian Sea tragedies

China–Azerbaijan Ties: Turning Connectivity Into Industrial Growth

China’s growing engagement with Azerbaijan reflects an increasingly structured, diversified and long-term approach to the South Caucasus. Beijing sees Baku as an important connection between China, Central Asia, the South Caucasus and European markets. Energy and transit remain significant, while investment, green tec…

World rail contract news round-up

A round-up of recent rail industry contract awards around the world, compiled by Railway Gazette International . Austria: DPB Rail Infra Service took delivery of its first Siemens Mobility dual-mode Vectron on October 8. The locomotive is approved for operation in Austria and Germany, expanding the company’s operation…

Somali Pirates Seize Iranian Fishing Vessel With 23 People Aboard

Somali pirates have seized an Iranian fishing vessel, the Azini, with 23 people aboard, raising concerns about possible attacks on commercial shipping in the region.

Australia: Aiming high for ETCS interoperability

With ETCS being rolled out on several suburban networks, Australia has adopted it as the technology pathway for national interoperability in widely differing applications. A regulatory structure has been agreed, while the use of common standards is expected to reduce the need for compatibility testing, as Frank Heibel…

China: Belt & Road brings growth to metro operator

Shenzhen Metro Group has emerged over recent years as an increasingly active player in the development of metro, light rail and suburban projects across a swathe of emerging markets, from Algeria to Vietnam, as Benjámin Zelki explains. Embracing the expansionist ideals of China’s Belt & Road initiative, Shenzhen Metro…

Kazakhstan Reports Growth in Rail Freight With Turkic States

Rail freight transportation between Kazakhstan and member states of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) has increased by 10%, approaching 40 million tons, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said.

Oil Poised for Fourth Monthly Gain Amid Hormuz Supply Risks

Oil prices rose on Friday, putting them on track for a fourth consecutive monthly gain as traders anticipated a possible escalation in the US-Iran conflict following the US midterm elections. An attack on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz has further underscored the risks to global supplies posed by the war.

Azerbaijan, Georgia Sign New Agreements to Boost Trade and Border Cooperation

Azerbaijan and Georgia have signed a series of bilateral agreements to strengthen economic cooperation, streamline customs procedures and improve coordination in agriculture and food safety.

Nanchang metro simplifies emergency lighting maintenance

CHINA: The Nanchang metro’s maintenance department has developed an adapter to simplify the replacement of different brands and models of emergency lighting equipment used to help evacuate passengers in the case of a power failure. The operator said stations opened at different times often use different customised lig…