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The Independent
07-08-2025
- Business
- The Independent
New 750-mile train route could connect Belgium, Germany and Slovakia
Leo Express, a Czech-based rail operator, has filed plans for a new overnight sleeper train service connecting Ostend, Belgium, with Bratislava, Slovakia, potentially starting in December 2026. The proposed 750-mile route would take around 19 hours, include 50 stops, and serve major cities such as Brussels, Cologne, Dresden, and Prague. The service aims to offer refurbished carriages with seats, couchettes, and beds for up to 450 passengers, providing a connection for UK travellers via Eurostar from London to Brussels. Rail experts express significant doubts about the project's feasibility, citing challenges in securing train paths, high operational costs, logistical complexities, and intense competition from budget airlines. Despite the initial filing, Leo Express later clarified that these plans "do not represent concrete plans," casting uncertainty over the service's future.
Independent Singapore
04-08-2025
- Business
- Independent Singapore
ETS expansion to Johor Bahru strengthens Malaysia–Singapore rail links
Photo: SMRT MALAYSIA: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) has reiterated its commitment to extending its Electric Train Service (ETS) to Johor Bahru (JB), stating that the southern corridor project is progressing in phases and remains on schedule, subject to technical and regulatory milestones. In a statement reported by Malay Mail , KTMB said the southern sector rollout—from Segamat to Kluang and eventually JB Sentral—will be implemented in stages. ETS already serving Segamat since March 2025 The ETS service to Segamat has been operational since March 2025. KTMB noted that this has already improved travel options and helped stimulate local economic activity in the area. 'KTMB wishes to thank all passengers, local stakeholders, and the public for their patience and continued support. We remain fully committed to making ETS travel to southern a success,' the statement read. The rail operator also responded to recent media reports questioning the timeline of the extension to JB. It assured the public that its goal remains to deliver a 'safe, modern and transformative rail service' for the southern region. See also More 1MDB secrets to come out of Singapore and HK—whistleblower Phased development to ensure safety and readiness 'The operation of ETS in the southern sector will be in phases (Segamat, Kluang and JB Sentral) depending on several critical technical milestones and regulatory approvals,' the company said, as quoted by Malay Mail . Trial runs are currently ongoing for the segment to Kluang, with KTMB working closely with contractors and the relevant authorities to ensure full readiness. KTMB emphasised that safety and operational reliability remain top priorities. 'KTMB's primary responsibility is to ensure safety, reliability, and readiness before opening any new segment to the public,' the operator said. Implications for Singapore-bound travel Once operational at JB Sentral, the ETS extension is expected to improve long-distance rail connectivity for Singapore-bound travellers entering Johor by train. This could become an alternative to travel across the border, especially for those coming from central or northern Malaysia. This improvement to JB could help ease traffic and support better commute within the region. This is especially true once the ETS extension would be integrated with future cross-border infrastructure such as the Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link. Read also: 'We admire Singapore deeply': Johor calls for end to rivalry, urges deeper regional partnership () => { const trigger = if ('IntersectionObserver' in window && trigger) { const observer = new IntersectionObserver((entries, observer) => { => { if ( { lazyLoader(); // You should define lazyLoader() elsewhere or inline here // Run once } }); }, { rootMargin: '800px', threshold: 0.1 }); } else { // Fallback setTimeout(lazyLoader, 3000); } });
Free Malaysia Today
03-08-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
KTMB reaffirms commitment to Johor on ETS expansion
KTMB said it is working with the relevant contractors and authorities to ensure its ETS service from Segamat to Kluang will be ready as soon as possible, with trial runs currently under way. PETALING JAYA : Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB) is committed to fully expanding its Electric Train Service (ETS) to Johor as soon as possible. However, the company said it will only be done in phases, after ensuring the safety and reliability of the service to the southern sector, Bernama reported. 'KTMB's primary responsibility is to ensure safety, reliability and readiness before opening any new segment to the public,' it said in a statement today. KTMB said it is working with the relevant contractors and authorities to ensure the next segment of its service, from Segamat to Kluang, will be ready as soon as possible, with trial runs currently under way. The three phases for the ETS extension in Johor are to Segamat, Kluang, and JB Sentral in Johor Bahru. The service currently runs from Padang Besar in Perlis to Segamat. 'The transport minister (Loke Siew Fook) had announced last March, when launching the service to Segamat, that the extension in the southern sector will be done in phases, depending on several critical technical milestones and regulatory approvals,' KTMB said. The company said it wanted to reassure the public of its commitment to delivering a safe, modern and transformative rail service for the southern corridor, following recent reports on the service being extended to Johor Bahru. KTMB said the ETS service to Segamat has been operating successfully since March this year, offering improved travel options and stimulating local economic activity. 'KTMB wishes to thank all passengers, local stakeholders and the public for their patience and continued support. We remain fully committed to making ETS travel to the south a success,' it said.
CBS News
21-07-2025
- CBS News
Man on scooter dies after hit by SacRT light rail train in Sacramento
A man riding a scooter died after he was hit by a Sacramento light rail train on Monday afternoon, officials said. Sacramento Regional Transit said the man was riding a scooter in the area of 19th and T streets around 1:40 p.m. when he failed to heed the flashing warning signals, bells and lowered crossing arms. The oncoming train collided with the man, SacRT said. Officials said the man on the scooter was possibly wearing headphones. SacRT said the rail service is temporarily suspended between 13th Street and City College stations. The man's identification has not been released.
CTV News
26-06-2025
- Politics
- CTV News
Master rail plan comes with lofty ambitions, major questions
Calgary Watch The provincial government is exploring how to bring back regional rail service to Calgary—something that left our city decades ago.
