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16:02, September 20th, 2026
VIA Rail Canada has initiated the co-development phase of the Dorval Multimodal Hub, a new integrated station designed to combine rail services operated by VIA Rail and Exo with a shuttle service to YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport. The project aims to improve connectivity between rail, other public transport and the airport, enhancing the efficiency and accessibility of travel in the Montréal West Island.
Construction Kiewit Cie has been selected as the design and construction partner and the project will involve collaboration with several key stakeholders including the Autorité régionale de transport métropolitain, exo and Aéroports de Montréal. The co-development phase will focus on defining the detailed design, planning the user experience and ensuring seamless integration between different transportation services before construction begins in 2027.
The hub is expected to provide easier transfers, reduce travel times and improve the overall travel experience for passengers. It aligns with VIA Rail’s broader mission to strengthen connections between transportation modes and communities across Canada.
14:42, September 16th, 2026
Iarnród Éireann has introduced a revised Autumn timetable in the greater Dublin area from 21st September to 12th December to address the challenges posed by seasonal leaf fall, which affects rail adhesion and can lead to delays. The changes primarily involve extended journey times of 1 to 3 minutes on morning and evening peak services on DART and Dublin Commuter routes, with adjustments made to departure and arrival schedules to improve safety and punctuality. These measures are part of a broader strategy that includes vegetation management, water-jetting, traction gel applicators, targeted treatments and on-board sanding systems to mitigate the impact of low rail adhesion.
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