#Railway

Finnish Customs begins negotiations on staff cuts at the Russian border

Economy 11/12/2026, 12:42

Finnish Customs begins negotiations on November 18 to reduce staff by 41 employees at the Russian border due to the closure of rail checkpoints and an eightfold tariff hike. Up to 23 people may take unpaid leave.

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Ukrzaliznytsia launches first direct rail route from Zhytomyr and Lutsk to Poland

Economy 11/11/2026, 19:35

Ukrzaliznytsia launches train No. 123/124 Kyiv–Chełm via Zhytomyr and Lutsk: for the first time, these cities will have a direct rail connection to Poland. Sales start November 11, first trip November 20.

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Ukrzaliznytsia launches flagship train 'Yaroslav Mudryi': Kyiv – Przemysl route and historical name

Economy 11/05/2026, 13:30

Ukrzaliznytsia launches flagship train No. 51/52 'Yaroslav Mudryi' on the Kyiv – Przemysl route. The name refers to the first train that arrived in Lviv from Vienna in 1861.

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Ukrzaliznytsia Receives Six New Ukrainian-Made Railcars for the Kharkiv-Przemysl Route

Economy 11/03/2026, 11:30

Ukrzaliznytsia has received six new Ukrainian-made railcars featuring powerful backup batteries. Since early 2026, 44 railcars have joined the fleet, with 16 more expected by year-end. The new railcars will operate on the Kharkiv-Przemysl route.

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Nighttime Energy Attack: Russia Strikes Power Plants in 9 Regions and Railway

Incidents 11/03/2026, 11:27

At night, Russia struck power plants in 9 regions of Ukraine and the railway. Zelenskyy reported 289 drones and 76 missiles. In Kharkiv, a missile hit a hospital, injuring 73 people.

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Ukrzaliznytsia Reveals How Trains from Dnipro and Kharkiv Are Operating Following Russian Strikes: Multimodal Transfers and Substitute Cars

Incidents 10/31/2026, 22:16

Ukrzaliznytsia has switched some trains from Dnipro and Lviv to multimodal transfers following Russian infrastructure strikes. Passengers are offered substitute cars, diesel trains, and full online ticket refunds.

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Russian citizen photographing trains and railway infrastructure detained in Poland on espionage charges

Incidents 10/30/2026, 11:06

A 55-year-old Russian citizen suspected of espionage has been detained in Poland for photographing trains and railway infrastructure. Devices containing photographic documentation of transport facilities were seized.

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Russian Drone Strikes Civilian Electric Train in Dnipro: 13 Dead, At Least Five Injured

Incidents 10/29/2026, 11:45

On October 29, a jet drone struck the station platform in Dnipro where electric train No. 866 was stationed. According to authorities, 13 people were killed and at least five injured. Rescuers and medics are working at the scene.

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Kyiv Urban Train Adds Kyiv City Express Services from October 27: 10 Evening Trips, and 16 During Morning and Evening Peaks Starting October 28

Incidents 10/27/2026, 14:51

The Kyiv Urban Train is launching additional Kyiv City Express services starting October 27 due to metro and bridge repairs: 10 evening trips along the semi-ring, and 16 during morning and evening peaks starting October 28 with intervals from 15 minutes.

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Russian Drones Attack Railway Infrastructure Facility in Poltava

Incidents 10/22/2026, 23:28

On the evening of October 22, Russian drones attacked railway infrastructure in Poltava. According to the regional administration, there were no casualties.

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Russian drone attacks passenger electric train in Kharkiv region

Incidents 10/22/2026, 18:44

In the afternoon, Russian troops struck a passenger electric train in the Kharkiv region with a drone. A fire broke out in the main carriage and was quickly extinguished by rescuers. There were no casualties.

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ICC Ukraine calls for a freeze on Ukrzaliznytsia freight tariffs until the end of martial law

Economy 10/22/2026, 16:21

ICC Ukraine calls to freeze Ukrzaliznytsia freight tariffs until the end of martial law. Experts warn: another increase will lead to a reduction in the cargo base, drop in exports, and budget losses.

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Ukrzaliznytsia Installs 33 Mobile Shelters on Railways in Kyiv and Region: What's Next

Politics 10/21/2026, 14:09

Ukrzaliznytsia has installed 33 mobile shelters on railways in Kyiv and the Kyiv region and plans to add another 128 in the capital region and about 650 in other regions. A total of 434 structures have been assembled since the invasion began.

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UMP Demands Priority in Transport for Metallurgy on Par with Fuel and Oil: Appeal to Koretsky

Economy 10/19/2026, 18:00

UMP appealed to Prime Minister Koretsky demanding the inclusion of metallurgy in the list of priority cargo alongside fuel and oil. The industry generated 5.5% of GDP and $6 billion in currency in 2025, but ended 2026 with a UAH 28 billion loss due to port blockages.

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Ukrzaliznytsia Leaves 25 Passengers in the Middle of a Field After Air Raid

Incidents 10/15/2026, 21:08

The Lviv-Chernivtsi train departed after an air raid alert ended, leaving 25 passengers behind. Ombudsman Lubinets requested an inquiry.

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Passenger Train Collides with Electric Locomotive in Lviv: Five Injured

Incidents 10/08/2026, 22:03

Near the Pidzamche station in Lviv, a passenger train collided with an electric locomotive. Five people were injured, and emergency services are working on site.

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Strengthening Vietnam-France Cooperation in Railway Infrastructure Development

Politics 09/26/2026, 15:33

Vietnam's Deputy Minister of Construction Bui Xuan Dung met with French Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot to discuss partnership in the railway sector.

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Ukrzaliznytsia trains delayed by up to 11 hours: full list of routes with the maximum delays

Incidents 09/22/2026, 13:35

On September 22, Ukrzaliznytsia trains are running with delays of up to 11 hours. The largest delays have been recorded on routes from Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia and Odesa; arrival times may change.

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