Iris 320 trainset upgrades completed

The Iris 320 trainset number 4530 recently finished a mid-life overhaul in Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, near Rennes, where it received a new paint scheme and technical upgrades. The trainset is not yet fully autonomous and is now undergoing a process to reintegrate it into the national rail network.

Transport to testing center

The trainset was transported by two BB 67263 and 67215 locomotives to the Landy technical center, where it will undergo extensive testing before being allowed to operate independently on the rail network. This step is necessary to ensure its safety and functionality.

Trainset spotted at Roissy Airport

The Iris 320 trainset was photographed at the end of a runway at Roissy Airport on October 12, 2026, indicating its movement to or from the airport, possibly related to its testing or maintenance procedures.

MOB celebrates 125th anniversary

The Montreux - Oberland bernois (MOB) railway line celebrated its 125th anniversary during the weekend of October 17 and 18, 2026, marking a significant milestone for the historic route connecting Montreux to Zweisimmen via Montbovon and Gstaad.

Siemens wins rail contract in Germany

In Germany, Siemens Mobility was awarded a 1.1 billion euro framework contract by the Lower Saxony transport authorities and the Greater Brunswick area on October 15, 2026, for the supply of 113 Mireo Plus B train units to modernize regional services.

Sweden orders more Avelia Stream trains

Sweden’s Västtrafik ordered 35 additional Avelia Stream Nordic X80 trains from Alstom on September 29, 2026, for about 350 million euros, aiming to expand and improve its regional rail services.

Virgin secures cross-Channel trains

Virgin signed an agreement with Alstom in early October 2026 to acquire 12 Avelia Stream train units for its future cross-Channel rail services, which are expected to begin operating from 2030 onwards.

Denmark selects RegioShuttle Zero units

In Denmark, regional railway company Lokaltog selected Stadler Deutschland and Furrer+Frey to supply four self-propelled RegioShuttle Zero units for the Nærumbanen line, focusing on sustainable and efficient regional transport.

Germany uses Vectron Dual Mode units

In Germany, DB Fernverkehr has been using Vectron Dual Mode BR 248.5 units to haul Talgo 230 ICE L trainsets since early May 2026, following an urgent order due to a shortage of Alstom’s Traxx diesel units.