Dear Readers
We are pleased to be supporting the UITP Summit Dubai 2026 which will take place from 21-23 April 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
The UITP Summit is the must-attend event for public transport professionals worldwide. It is a place where innovation and expertise come together to shape the future of urban mobility. Hosted in a different city each year, the UITP Summit brings new insights and fresh ideas to public transport.
In 2026, Dubai—known for its modern infrastructure—will be the perfect setting for innovation and discovery. Join industry leaders, experts, and professionals to explore the latest trends and challenges in public transport. Make valuable connections through networking opportunities.
For more information and to register to attend, visit: https://shorturl.at/F5T67
Our Job of the Week this week is in Dubai where we are looking for a Rail Systems Manager (Emirati).
Best Regards
Rail Personnel
Rail News
11 February 2026. Thailand. Commuter rail expansion contracts awarded in Bangkok
Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand has selected the winning bidders for two major construction contracts under its Bangkok commuter rail expansion programme. State Railway of Thailand has approved a budget of 20·8bn baht for the extensions. Unique Engineering & Construction was awarded the contract for the 8·8 km extension of the Dark Red Line from Rangsit to Thammasat University’s Rangsit campus in Pathum Thani, submitting the lowest bid of 6·1bn baht.
Source: Railway Gazette
9 February 2026. Canada. Hyundai Rotem to Supply High-Floor Light Rail Vehicles in Edmonton
The City of Edmonton has signed a purchase contract with Hyundai Rotem Company for a new fleet of high-floor light rail vehicles to support planned network expansions and replace ageing rolling stock. The agreement covers the design and manufacture of 32 high-floor vehicles for use on the Metro Line Northwest Phase 1 and Capital Line South Phase 1 extensions, as well as the phased replacement of Siemens U2 vehicles that have operated in Edmonton for more than four decades.
Source: Railway News
9 February 2026. Turkey. Stadler to Supply 35 EURO4001 Locomotives for Turkish Operation
Stadler has announced receipt of a contract from the Turkish railways company TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. to design, manufacture, and deliver 35 EURO4001 diesel-electric mainline locomotives. The contract, which also includes the provision of capital spares, consumables, special tools, and test equipment, will also see Stadler commit to three years of both maintenance and repair services. Specifically engineered for heavy freight services on non-electrified lines and steep gradients, the EURO4001 locomotive.
Source: Railway News
9 February 2026. Philippines. BGC, SCTEx projects moving forward – BCDA
Construction of three subway stations in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), part of its redevelopment plan in conjunction with the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP), will proceed this year, Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) president and CEO Joshua Bingcang told reporters over the weekend. The three subway stations, located at Market! Market! The new Senate building and Uptown will help ease traffic in BGC. Construction will start in the first quarter.
Source: Manila Times
Talgo has been awarded a new contract to both manufacture and maintain a set of 20 new high-speed trains for Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR). The contract, which will add 1.3 billion EUR to Talgo’s order book, will see the new units enter operation on the rail line connecting Mecca, Medina and Jeddah. The 20 trains will join 35 previously supplied by Talgo in 2018, which too operate in the desert and are completely maintained by the company.
Source: Railway News
7 February 2026. India. Lucknow Metro: Bids Invited for Depot Construction at Vasantkunj
LUCKNOW (Metro Rail News): Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (UPMRCL) has invited bids for the construction of the Depot Cum Workshop contract, worth Rs. 150.21 Crores, for the East-West Metro Corridor of the Lucknow Metro Rail Project. The East-West Corridor of Lucknow Metro spans 11.098 km from Lucknow Railway Station to Vasant Kunj, covering 12 stations. In May 2025, the Public Investment Board (PIB) approved the Lucknow Metro’s East-West
Source: Metro Rail News
The Danish State Railways (DSB) has signed a landmark framework contract with a Siemens Mobility and Stadler consortium for 226 fully automated, 4‑car trainsets, with an option for a further 100. Valued at around €3 billion, the project will create the world’s largest open railway system operating at Grade of Automation 4 (GoA4) — a major leap forward in automated metro‑style rail operations across Europe—a major investment to transform Copenhagen’s Rail Capacity.
Source: Rail Technology Magazine
Job of the Week
Manager (Emirati) - Rail Systems, Dubai, UAE
Job ID#: 15343
Discipline: Electrical
Position Type: Permanent
Language: Arabic
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a UAE National for the role of Manager, Civils working in the Rail System Development team.
The Job Purpose is to lead and manage rail system development, ensuring the planning, design, and delivery of rail projects in compliance with client's standards, international best practices, and sustainability requirements, while supporting the successful implementation of safe, integrated, and efficient rail systems across Dubai.
Key results accountabilities
- Ensure rail system development compliance with client standards, specifications, and international best practices
- Lead performance management, including setting objectives, KPIs, and business continuity plans
- Contribute to pre-contract planning, system development, and strategic transportation vision
- Embed sustainability principles across all rail system projects in line with government directives
- Plan, review, and validate rail systems design for constructability, maintainability, integration, interoperability, efficiency, and sustainability
- Supervise rail systems design, installation, testing, and commissioning, ensuring contractual compliance
- Provide technical support to Contracts & Commercial teams, including change control, variations, claims, and payments
- Review and support EPC contractor selection from a rail systems technical perspective
- Manage annual budget planning, monitoring, and optimization for the Rail System Development Section
- Oversee the design, development, and implementation of rail projects in accordance with client requirements
- Prepare and review technical and executive reports for senior management
- Coordinate with internal Rail Agency sections to support railway opening and operational readiness
- Liaise with consultants and contractors on systems assurance, safety, risk mitigation, and operational delivery
- Ensure compliance with quality assurance, HSE, and business excellence standards
- Lead and apply value engineering across rail projects
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
- Minimum 14 years' experience in rail systems, infrastructure, or large-scale transportation projects.
Contact: Jackie Hendry (jackie@railpersonnel.com)
