Rail

Coal transportation via rail-sea-rail route almost doubles in FY24: Govt

The government on Friday said coal transportation through rail-sea-rail (RSR) route almost doubled to 54 million tonnes (MT) in FY24. Coal is carried from mines through this route in order to meet demand of various power plants. This involves movement of coal by rail in two legs -- from mines to unloading port, and from subsequent loading port to power plants. "Over the last few years Ministry of Coal has made significant strides in use of the coal Rail-Sea-Rail networks for evacuation of coal in coordination with Railways. As a result, the coal movement which was 28 MT in FY22 has almost doubled to 54 MT in FY24 and is on the increasing trend," the coal ministry said in a statement. This multi-modal system allows transportation of coal from mines to port and to their end users, while improving logistical efficiencies. This also reduces congestion on the all-rail route (ARR) and ensures lower carbon-footprint. The coal ministry said that it is committed to enhancing the RSR coal ..

Texmaco, Trinity Group ink global supply pact to boost rail solutions

Texmaco Rail & Engineering Ltd on Friday said it has entered into a global supply and services agreement with US-based Trinity Rail Group LLC to strengthen collaboration in rolling stock manufacturing and technology integration. Under the pact, Texmaco will serve as a key supplier of rolling stock components, including foundry products, for North America and other global markets. Trinity will provide advanced technology solutions to co-develop next-generation rolling stock designed for higher payloads, catering to Indian Railways, private players, and international clients. As part of the agreement, the companies will establish a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Faridabad to drive innovation in rail technology. The partnership will also explore new business opportunities beyond India and North America, with focus on developing new freight car designs, according to a release. This collaboration with Trinity Rail Group is a landmark achievement for Texmaco and the Indian rail ...

US, Saudi Arabia, India discuss possible rail, port connectivity deal

The plans for a sweeping, multi-national ports and rail deal would come at a critical time. To counter China's Belt and Road global infrastructure push, Biden is pitching Washington

GMRT raise concern over giant telescope functioning, near Pune-Nashik route

With the Pune-Nashik High-Speed Rail project getting in-principle approval of the Centre, researchers at the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) here have expressed concern over likely disruption of the scientific facility operations due to continuous movement of trains on the route located near the observatory antennas. When contacted, a senior official of the Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (Maharail) told PTI that necessary precautions will be taken and all the issues will be resolved. The GMRT, which operates at 150-1420 MHz, is located at Khodad, 80 km away from Pune city. It consists of 30 antennas each of 45 m diameter, and is operated by the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA) of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said the Ministry of Railways has accorded "in-principle approval" for the Pune-Nashik high-speed rail project, which will boost development and provide ...

Wabtec Corp acquires Masu's rail friction business for $34 million

The acquisition will expand Wabtec's installed base and accelerate growth across its brake product portfolio

Malaysia and Singapore to build high-speed rail link by 2026

Malaysian Prime Minister said one can have breakfast in Kuala Lumpur, lunch in Singapore and be back in time for dinner in Kuala Lumpur