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PHOTOS | NMBS / SNCB Historic Train now at Antwerp-Central Railway Station
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PHOTOS | NMBS / SNCB Historic Train now at Antwerp-Central Railway Station

Today and tomorrow, 10 and 11 October 2026, from 10:00 to 17:00 you can go take … PHOTOS | NMBS / SNCB Historic Train now at Antwerp-Central Railway StationRead more

by Timothy•10 October 202610 October 2026•6
Virgin unveils cross-Channel train design, but Alstom order remains unclear
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Virgin unveils cross-Channel train design, but Alstom order remains unclear

Virgin Trains has unveiled the proposed black-and-red livery for its planned cross-Channel trains, as it continues … Virgin unveils cross-Channel train design, but Alstom order remains unclearRead more

by Timothy•9 October 20269 October 2026•8
NMBS / SNCB rejects access gates at major stations despite rising staff assaults
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NMBS / SNCB rejects access gates at major stations despite rising staff assaults

Belgian rail operator NMBS / SNCB says costs, station layouts and uncertain safety benefits of access … NMBS / SNCB rejects access gates at major stations despite rising staff assaultsRead more

by Timothy•9 October 20269 October 2026•2
NETHERLANDS | The Hague pushes for direct Brussels train from 2029 with formal manifesto
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NETHERLANDS | The Hague pushes for direct Brussels train from 2029 with formal manifesto

The Municipality of The Hague in South Holland is stepping up its campaign for a direct … NETHERLANDS | The Hague pushes for direct Brussels train from 2029 with formal manifestoRead more

by Timothy•8 October 20268 October 2026•15
SAINT-GHISLAIN | Former railway ticket office gets new life as Chemins du Rail base
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SAINT-GHISLAIN | Former railway ticket office gets new life as Chemins du Rail base

A former railway ticket office at Saint-Ghislain Railway Station has found a new purpose as the … SAINT-GHISLAIN | Former railway ticket office gets new life as Chemins du Rail baseRead more

by Timothy•5 October 20263 October 2026•0
France and Spain revive cross-border rail links as Hendaye broad-gauge tracks are saved
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France and Spain revive cross-border rail links as Hendaye broad-gauge tracks are saved

Rail connections between Spain and France are set for a significant boost after the Spanish government … France and Spain revive cross-border rail links as Hendaye broad-gauge tracks are savedRead more

by Timothy•2 October 202630 September 2026•17
SBB-CFF-FFS puts first modified FV-Dosto double-deck train back into service
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SBB-CFF-FFS puts first modified FV-Dosto double-deck train back into service

SBB-CFF-FFS has returned the first modified FV-Dosto double-deck train to regular passenger service, following approval from … SBB-CFF-FFS puts first modified FV-Dosto double-deck train back into serviceRead more

by Timothy•1 October 20261 October 2026•0
OUIGO to add fourth daily Brussels–Paris return service on weekends from 13 December 2026
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OUIGO to add fourth daily Brussels–Paris return service on weekends from 13 December 2026

NMBS / SNCB and SNCF Voyageurs are expanding their low-cost OUIGO service between Brussels in Belgium, … OUIGO to add fourth daily Brussels–Paris return service on weekends from 13 December 2026Read more

by Timothy•30 September 202630 September 2026•3
2026-2029 | NMBS / SNCB to add nearly 600 trains a week in three-stage timetable expansion
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2026-2029 | NMBS / SNCB to add nearly 600 trains a week in three-stage timetable expansion

New timetable will bring more frequent suburban services, earlier and later trains and stronger weekend connections … 2026-2029 | NMBS / SNCB to add nearly 600 trains a week in three-stage timetable expansionRead more

by Timothy•28 September 202628 September 2026•6
NMBS / SNCB set to retire nearly 50-year-old I6 coaches
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NMBS / SNCB set to retire nearly 50-year-old I6 coaches

Belgium‘s national railway operator NMBS / SNCB is preparing to permanently withdraw its nearly 50-year-old I6 … NMBS / SNCB set to retire nearly 50-year-old I6 coachesRead more

by Timothy•25 September 202625 September 2026•9

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