A freight train derailment in Rubí has caused the interruption of railway circulation on the R8 line. Fortunately, the accident resulted in no injuries and no damage to the infrastructure.

A train driver has accepted a fine following a train accident in Arna, where a freight train experienced significantly reduced braking effectiveness.

Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense released video footage of a special operation conducted in April in temporarily occupied Crimea, showing strikes on Russian freight trains carrying military equipment and fuel.

Salzburg railway station was evacuated and closed to the public due to a leak of a flammable chemical from a freight train wagon, causing train delays.

The Röszke railway line has been electrified after years of delays, with the first electric freight train crossing the border from Subotica to Szeged on April 29, marking the start of electric operation.

Zhangjiakou has inaugurated its first freight train service connecting the city directly to Central Asia, aiming to boost trade and logistics in the region.

The Horgos rail port has reported that the number of China-Europe and Central Asia freight trains passing through it has exceeded 3,000 this year, indicating robust trade activity.

Switzerland's Federal Office of Transport has imposed stricter rules for freight wagons passing through the country, which the EU views as an impediment to traffic flow and is pushing for a common solution.

The China-Europe Railway Express freight train service reported a 29% increase in operations during Q1 2026, expanding its network to cover 235 European cities.

Hellenic Train has announced traffic adjustments and the suspension of afternoon services on the Thessaloniki-Serres-Thessaloniki line on specific dates (April 15, 17, 19) due to the passage of freight trains.

Police in Rawicz, Poland, are searching for a driver who broke a railway barrier, left their car on the tracks, and fled before a freight train collided with the vehicle.

A freight train derailment has led to the closure of the railway line between Innsbruck and Brenner, with the disruption expected to last until Saturday morning.

A freight train struck a person on the railway corridor between Grygov and Brodek u Přerova, leading to restricted operations on the busy Olomouc-Přerov line. Traffic is currently limited to one track.

New evidence has surfaced regarding the alleged cover-up of the Tempi train crash in Greece, including revelations about lost videos of the freight train and a report from transparency authority inspectors.

A freight train collided with a stopped work train on the railway line in Benkovac, Croatia, causing significant damage due to the negligence and disregard for traffic regulations by the freight train's drivers.

A minor climbed onto one of the wagons of a decomposed freight train on Sunday in Halta de Mișcare Chiajna and was electrocuted, informs the National Railway Company "CFR" S.A.

Residents in Perugamani are expressing anger over the frequent closure of a railway gate for freight trains, leading to long queues and safety concerns due to poor lighting.

The first freight train has successfully completed its journey on the newly developed Budapest-Belgrade railway line. The historic event was announced by Zsolt Hegyi, CEO of Hungarian State Railways (MÁV).

China-Europe freight trains have experienced a strong start in 2026, with the rail network enhancing cargo reliability amidst global uncertainties.

A freight train struck a car at a level crossing in Požarevac, Serbia, resulting in injuries to two individuals. The incident occurred while the train was traveling from Bor to Požarevac, and the crossing barrier was reportedly not lowered.

I rode two Amtrak trains on a long-haul journey from New York to Texas. Michael Rosenthal I spent 60 hours in coach across two Amtrak trains to get from New York to Austin via Chicago. Getting to see historic landmarks and beautiful views was a pleasant surprise. The delays got tedious and a bit frustrating, but the train felt like home by the end of my trip. Spending 60 hours on Amtrak trains in coach isn't ideal for a lot of people. Fortunately, I don't mind a long ride. To get from New York to Austin, I booked two different Amtrak routes that would take me to Texas via Chicago. Ultimately, my long journey over several days was pretty nice. After this trip, I'd still say Amtrak trains are one of the most pleasant and enjoyable modes of travel. Here are a few things that surprised me about the 60-hour ride. At times, I forgot I was even on a train. Sometimes I forgot I was even on a train. Michael Rosenthal Local train rides can be slow and clunky, so I prefer long-distance ones — you can largely sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey because the stops are much farther apart. The ride was smooth and enjoyable, and I watched the country pass by right outside my window, as if I were watching TV or a movie. Sometimes I was so distracted by a conversation with someone else on board that I forgot we were moving. However, there's also a lot of potential for delays. Many Amtrak lines run on a single track. Michael Rosenthal Long-distance trains are great when they run properly, but delays can be tough to avoid. Amtrak mostly operates on freight railroad lines, which means you're often at the mercy of those dispatchers. To make matters worse, some lines run on a single track. So if there's an oncoming train, you have to wait on a track siding until it clears. Freight trains can cause anywhere from 10 minutes to multiple hours of interference. These delays — which came every hour or so on my trip — interrupted the joy and relaxation that came with the otherwise smooth ride. Sometimes passengers didn't receive announcements about delays, or only got vague ones. I wish I'd brought a radio scanner that picked up on the frequencies used by the dispatchers so I could stay up to date on the information or estimate the delay time myself. Many passengers relied on the café car for food. I mostly ate the food I brought from home. Michael Rosenthal I brought enough of my own food for my two and a half days on the rails, and my short layover in Chicago gave me a chance to grab a hot meal. I also packed a reusable bottle so I could fill it up with tap water on the train. However, I was surprised by how many people depended on Amtrak's onboard dining options. The café car is OK in a pinch: It has basic snacks, beverages, and hot foods like burgers and pizza. The prices aren't unreasonable, but I still don't think they're worth it for food that generally gets taken out of a plastic wrapper and microwaved. I expected more people to get off the train to stretch their legs at the stops. I wanted to take the opportunity to stretch my legs in fresh air. Michael Rosenthal Every so often, the train made an extended stop at a station for a crew change or servicing, and passengers were allowed to step off for a bit. There's no smoking on the trains, so I noticed a fair number of people using these stops as smoke breaks. However, I expected more people to take the opportunity to get some fresh air and stretch, rather than stay on the train. There were only so many of these opportunities, and it was great to walk around, feel some sun on my face, and say that I set foot in a different place, instead of just passing through it. The history all around me felt remarkable. We passed through so many interesting towns. Michael Rosenthal My trip took me through more than a dozen states, including six state capitals and the US capital. The trip from New York to Washington, DC, started out on tracks that were part of the historical Pennsylvania Railroad and continued down one of the busiest rail corridors in the country. The bulk of my Cardinal-line trip went along old Chesapeake and Ohio Railway tracks. There was a lot of interesting history to learn about the railroad towns that sprang up along the tracks when they were first laid. My trip through Virginia took me across tracks that played a vital role in the Civil War. The train also traveled through old boom-and-bust towns in West Virginia — some of which still exist, but others have only scant remnants. There was no WiFi on the Texas Eagle line. The coach car on an Amtrak train. Michael Rosenthal The Texas Eagle is one of the few Amtrak trains that doesn't have WiFi, and some areas we passed through had little-to-no cell reception. The Cardinal line also passed through areas with poor cell reception, which made the onboard WiFi quite unstable. For this reason, I'm glad I brought an AM/FM HD radio with me. I had a lot of fun tuning in to different stations as my trains traveled the country. It helped me feel more connected to the small towns and gave them more life. I found surprisingly good content in some remote areas. I didn't really end up watching all of the entertainment I downloaded. I mostly ate the food I brought from home. Michael Rosenthal I came prepared for my train ride by downloading a bunch of TV shows and movies onto my laptop. However, surprisingly, the 60 hours went by so quickly that I didn't watch any of them. I only kept my laptop open on the Cardinal line to look at Amtrak's "Track Your Train" map. I was also having too much fun with the radio and didn't want to miss out on live broadcasts. Plus, I could continue fully taking in the sights out the window while listening. The train was a very social place at times, too, so I was often busy speaking with the people around me. The camaraderie with other passengers is second to none. I met a lot of interesting people on my trains. Michael Rosenthal The camaraderie I've experienced on Amtrak train rides is pretty much unmatched. I didn't get to talk with as many people as I have on past trips, but it was still enjoyable to journey together with a bunch of people for such an extended time. It was great to see others get off at their destinations, but, in a funny way, it also made me a little sad to see them (and the ways they contributed to the train's atmosphere) go. Getting to spend time with fellow passengers from all over the world while different parts of the country passed by provided some true slices of American life. There was no observation car on the Texas Eagle during my trip. I had to make due with the views from my window. Michael Rosenthal It's great to switch things up by sitting and socializing in the café cars. However, the Cardinal and Texas Eagle trains have combined café and dining cars, so seating was very limited and only for passengers who purchased something. I missed hanging out in observation cars, as I've done on past trips. I knew this would be the case for my time on the Cardinal, but the Texas Eagle usually has an awesome sightseeing lounge with a variety of seating and viewing windows. The fact that my train didn't have one was by far the biggest disappointment of the trip. However, the Eagle has since brought back its observation cars. It's definitely worth checking whether your train has an observation car before booking a long Amtrak ride. I fell into a routine on the train that made it feel like home. Michael Rosenthal When you spend enough time somewhere, it can start to feel very familiar and comfortable, which was my case on the train. Doing things like making room while walking in the aisle so someone else can pass, heading down the stairs to the bathroom, and refilling water bottles felt as routine as anything I'd do at home. There was almost a weird comfort in walking around and seeing different parts of the train that became very familiar to me during my many hours aboard. This story was originally published on November 9, 2021, and most recently updated on February 17, 2025. Read the original article on Business Insider

Six migrants, including a 14-year-old boy, were discovered dead inside a freight train car in Laredo, Texas, according to authorities. Officials from Mexico and Honduras identified three of the victims as Mexican nationals.

A man was fatally struck by a freight train at Burgdorf BE station in Switzerland after being pushed onto the tracks during an altercation with another man.

Railway traffic has been fully restored in the Jiesia section (Kaunas district) where freight wagons derailed, affecting passenger and freight train movement and damaging infrastructure on both European and broad gauge tracks. An LTG representative commented on the circumstances of the accident.

Individuals attempting to travel cheaply as stowaways on a freight train were caught by police, who warned of the dangers involved.

Multiple freight train accidents in Lithuania's Kėdainiai and Kaunas districts caused significant disruptions to rail traffic. While services have resumed, passengers are warned of potential delays and questions are being raised about compensation.

The Rubí tunnel has reopened for freight trains following nearly two months of emergency works, restoring the railway connection between the Port of Barcelona and the rest of Europe.

During a discussion on amendments to the Law on Accident Investigation in Air, Rail, and Water Transport, Serbian MP Aleksić stated that 194 freight trains, including 26 carrying dangerous materials, have derailed between 2020 and 2023.

Firefighters in Weiterstadt, Germany, had to evacuate 130 people from a passenger train that was forced to stop after a freight train broke down on the tracks, with particular urgency due to a pregnant woman on board.

Rimac Automobili released a new video showcasing the technical engineering behind Red Bull athlete Dario Costa's unprecedented feat of landing a plane on a moving freight train, with the Nevera R car playing a crucial role.

Extensive train disruptions in Eastern Denmark on Tuesday resulted in damage to 34 DSB train sets and 4 freight trains.

In Ukraine's Dnipro region, railway workers successfully stopped a commuter train and evacuated passengers just before an enemy strike occurred near a freight locomotive during a morning air threat.

A new all-rail freight train service connecting China, Laos, and Thailand has been launched, facilitating the transport of fresh fruits from ASEAN to China.

Slovak financial administration officials discovered nearly ten thousand illegal cigarettes hidden in the undercarriage of a freight train at the eastern border.

A freight train was filmed crossing an open barrier on the Budapest-Belgrade railway line, prompting MÁV (Hungarian State Railways) to state that the signaling equipment operated as expected and correctly, with the barrier lifting and signal light turning off after a period.

A truck slid off a loading train, causing the Furka railway tunnel in Switzerland to be closed indefinitely and disrupting traffic.

Russia carried out another strike on Ukraine's port and railway infrastructure, with a drone attack on a freight train in the Dnipropetrovsk region injuring two railway workers.

The mother of Gerasimos, the sole survivor from the first carriage of the Intercity train that collided with a freight train in Tempi, has sent a poignant message through her lawyer. The message emphasizes justice and remembrance.

A few minutes after midnight, the first freight train of the company "MAV Railtours" departed on the new Budapest - Belgrade railway line, confirmed in a post on his Facebook profile by Zsolt Hegyi, general director…

The prosecutor's office has requested a three-year and ten-month prison sentence for the freight train driver who admitted to falling asleep, causing a train accident in Sápi, Hungary.

A dangerous incident occurred in Świdnik, Poland, where a city bus carrying passengers drove onto a railway crossing despite descending barriers and a red signal. The driver managed to clear the tracks just before a freight train passed.

Channel Tunnel freight trains are set to restart following a deal for Network Rail to take control of a London depot, aiming to reduce lorry traffic on UK roads.

Freight trains in Romania are operating at an average speed of only 15-16 km/h, leading to a more than 25% decrease in rail freight traffic over the past five years.

Iran is attempting to keep its trade connection with China open via railway to mitigate the effects of US blockades on its ports, increasing the number of freight trains traveling from Xi'an, China.

A chemical leak from a freight train in Salzburg, Austria, prompted the closure of the city's railway station. Emergency services responded to contain the hazardous material.

Lithuanian Railways (LTG) is initiating a commission to investigate the causes of recent freight wagon derailments in Gudžiūnai and Jiesia, which disrupted both passenger and freight train traffic and damaged infrastructure.

Four individuals have been charged in Ardèche, France, for allegedly stealing merchandise from trailers on freight trains, with the estimated prejudice amounting to approximately two million euros.

A commentary argues that the EU needs to tighten safety regulations for freight trains, not just Switzerland, following the Gotthard accident, given the European nature of freight transport.

According to data from the China State Railway Group, the China-Europe freight train line saw significant activity in the first two months of this year. A total of 3,501 train journeys were completed, indicating dynamic growth in freight transport.

China-Europe freight train services experienced a significant surge in the first quarter of 2026, indicating increased trade activity.

Afternoon train services on the Thessaloniki-Serres-Thessaloniki line, specifically trains 1634 and 1635, have been suspended for today, Friday, and Sunday due to the passage of freight trains.

In April 1926, a passenger train collided with a stationary freight train. Fortunately, the collision had no serious consequences. Otherwise, the headlines from 100 years ago were rather destructive.

A freight train carrying fuel has derailed in Habiganj, Bangladesh, causing the suspension of the Sylhet rail link. The incident is likely to disrupt transportation and potentially cause environmental concerns.

The Rajkot Division of Indian Railways has successfully run its inaugural long-haul freight train, comprising 87 wagons.

CFR Infrastructură has launched a tender for the rehabilitation of the Palas tunnel in Constanța port, originally designed by Anghel Saligny over 125 years ago, and the electrification of a line to open new freight train access to Romania's largest port.

Lahore-bound train strikes freight train near Lakha Road; Railways minister takes notice, orders high-level inquiry

Technical and safety inspections are still underway for the Budapest-Belgrade railway line, delaying the start of passenger services, though freight trains are already operating.

A freight train derailment that occurred in the Agra division on February 28 has sparked a blame game among various Railway departments.

The first freight train of Hungarian railways has commenced operations on the newly constructed Budapest-Belgrade railway line, which features a modern double-track system designed for speeds up to 160 km/h, replacing the old, single-track route.

One year after a freight train carrying toxic benzene derailed near Hustopeče nad Bečvou, contaminating groundwater and soil, remediation efforts continue, but dozens of affected landowners are still awaiting compensation.

With freight train traffic starting on the Budapest–Belgrade railway line, many level crossings without underpasses or overpasses are expected to cause 20-30 minute delays hourly for motorists.

Two people were injured when a freight train collided with a car at a railway crossing in Požarevac, Serbia, reportedly because the barrier was not lowered.

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