https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/bombardier/ Bombardier News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:02:25+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-american-airlines-waves-goodbye-to-five-f/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-american-airlines-waves-goodbye-to-five-f/ American Airlines has revealed plans to retire some older, less fuel-efficient aircraft from its fleet in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Here Breaking Travel News takes a tour of the planes that will be taking-off on their final journeys in January Fri, 01 May 2020 05:48:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-buys-bombardier-out-of-cseries-programme-for-us591m/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-buys-bombardier-out-of-cseries-programme-for-us591m/ Airbus has increased its share in the A220 programme to 75 per cent, with the Canadian government’s Investissement Quebec holding the 25 per cent balance. The deal means Bombardier exits from the former CSeries partnership. Thu, 13 Feb 2020 09:47:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-to-supply-new-trams-to-dresden/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-to-supply-new-trams-to-dresden/ Bombardier Transportation and Dresden’s transport authority, Dresdner Verkehrsbetriebe, have signed a contract to supply and maintain 30 Flexity trams for the city. Fri, 23 Aug 2019 10:09:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/end-of-an-era-as-bombardier-sells-crj-programme-to-mitsubishi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/end-of-an-era-as-bombardier-sells-crj-programme-to-mitsubishi/ Bombardier has agreed to sell its regional jet program to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries for US$550 million. The deal marks the end of an era for Bombardier, which will withdraw from the commercial jet market. Wed, 26 Jun 2019 06:08:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-secures-new-tram-order-in-brussels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-secures-new-tram-order-in-brussels/ Bombardier Transportation has received an order to supply 30 additional Bombardier Flexity trams to the Brussels Intercommunal Transportation Company in Belgium. This second order is part of a framework contract for up to 175 trams with an initial call off of 60 trams signed in April last year. Tue, 18 Jun 2019 20:02:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-announces-dramatic-restructuring-cuts-5000-jobs-worldwide/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-announces-dramatic-restructuring-cuts-5000-jobs-worldwide/ Bombardier will sell the Q Series aircraft program for $800 million to a wholly owned subsidiary of Longview Aviation Capital Corporation. At the same time, the Canada-based company said the de Havilland trademark would go to CAE for $300 million. Fri, 09 Nov 2018 09:31:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/farnborough-2018-neeleman-backed-airline-places-huge-airbus-a220-order/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/farnborough-2018-neeleman-backed-airline-places-huge-airbus-a220-order/ A new US airline start-up has announced a commitment for 60 Airbus A220-300 aircraft, with deliveries beginning in 2021. This new airline is backed up by a group of experienced investors led by David Neeleman, founder of JetBlue, investor in TAP in Portugal and controlling shareholder in Azul airlines in Brazil. Tue, 17 Jul 2018 15:46:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-c-series-deal-closes-with-airbus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-c-series-deal-closes-with-airbus/ The closing of the previously announced C Series transaction between Airbus, Bombardier and Investissement Québec has come into effect. Mon, 02 Jul 2018 02:59:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-welcomes-latest-bombardier-cs300-to-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-welcomes-latest-bombardier-cs300-to-fleet/ airBaltic welcomed its ninth Bombardier CS300 jet, registered as YL-CSI, to Riga. By the end of 2018, the Latvian airline plans to have a total of 14 CS300 aircraft on its fleet. Mon, 18 Jun 2018 07:44:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-bombardier-c-series-deal-to-close-in-july/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-bombardier-c-series-deal-to-close-in-july/ Having received all required regulatory approvals, Airbus, Bombardier and Investissement Québec have agreed to close the C Series transaction effective on July 1st. Fri, 08 Jun 2018 09:14:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-commits-to-bombardier-c-series-with-new-order/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-commits-to-bombardier-c-series-with-new-order/ airBaltic and Bombardier Commercial Aircraft have announced that the parties have executed a firm purchase agreement for the sale and purchase of 30 Bombardier CS300 aircraft. The deal also includes options for an additional 30 aircraft of the same type. Tue, 29 May 2018 06:11:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-international-trade-commission-rules-in-favour-of-bombardier-in-c-series/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-international-trade-commission-rules-in-favour-of-bombardier-in-c-series/ In a surprise decision, the International Trade Commission has found that the aviation industry in the United States is not “materially injured” by the import of 100- to 150-seat civilian aircraft from Canada. The decision means Bombardier will not have to pay a proposed levy of over 200 per cent to import its C Series jets to the United States. Sat, 27 Jan 2018 11:59:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-cs300-roll-out-drives-passenger-increases-at-airbaltic/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-cs300-roll-out-drives-passenger-increases-at-airbaltic/ airBaltic carried over 260,000 passengers in December last year, or roughly 27 per cent more than in the same period of 2016. The figure is the largest number of transported passengers in December in the Latvian airline’s history. Thu, 04 Jan 2018 09:18:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-secretary-of-commerce-sides-with-boeing-on-bombardier-dispute/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-secretary-of-commerce-sides-with-boeing-on-bombardier-dispute/ United States secretary of commerce Wilbur Ross has found in favour of United States-based manufacturer Boeing in a dispute over aircraft sales. Ross ruled Canada-based Bombardier received government subsidies and sold its C-Series jets below cost price in the US, a step likely to lead to tariffs of more than 200 per cent on the plane. Thu, 21 Dec 2017 09:09:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unions-to-meet-bombardier-executives-as-c-series-deadline-approaches/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unions-to-meet-bombardier-executives-as-c-series-deadline-approaches/ Unions representing Bombardier workers in Canada and Northern Ireland will meet with Bombardier chief executive Alain Bellemare to discuss the on-going trade issue with Boeing involving C Series planes. Wed, 13 Dec 2017 16:09:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bastian-delta-air-lines-will-not-pay-tariffs-on-bombardier-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bastian-delta-air-lines-will-not-pay-tariffs-on-bombardier-deal/ Delta Air Lines chief executive Ed Bastian has stated the American carrier will not pay “any” tariff on the purchase of C Series aircraft from Bombardier. Wed, 18 Oct 2017 14:29:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/airbus-launches-c-series-partnership-with-bombardier/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/airbus-launches-c-series-partnership-with-bombardier/ Airbus and Bombardier are to become partners on the C Series aircraft programme. An agreement signed earlier brings together Airbus’ global reach and scale with Bombardier’s newest, state-of-the-art jet aircraft family, positioning both partners to fully unlock the value of the C Series platform and create significant new value for customers, suppliers, employees and shareholders. Tue, 17 Oct 2017 13:02:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-to-partner-with-bombardier-on-c-series-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-to-partner-with-bombardier-on-c-series-programme/ Airbus and Bombardier are to become partners on the C Series aircraft programme. An agreement signed earlier brings together Airbus’ global reach and scale with Bombardier’s newest, state-of-the-art jet aircraft family, positioning both partners to fully unlock the value of the C Series platform and create significant new value for customers, suppliers, employees and shareholders. Tue, 17 Oct 2017 01:25:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-increases-import-tariffs-on-bombardier-c-series-planes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-increases-import-tariffs-on-bombardier-c-series-planes/ The United States department of commerce has again ruled in favour of US-based airline manufacturer Boeing in a dispute with rival Bombardier. The decision will see a further 80 per cent tariff added to imports of the Bombardier C-Series planes when imported to the United States. Sat, 07 Oct 2017 09:03:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-imposes-huge-tariff-on-bombardier-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-imposes-huge-tariff-on-bombardier-aircraft/ The United States secretary of commerce, Wilbur Ross, has announced a ruling against Bombardier in a dispute with Boeing. The American plane manufacturer had complained Bombardier got unfair state subsidies from both the UK and Canada, helping it win a major order from Delta Air Lines. Wed, 27 Sep 2017 07:25:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-welcomes-latest-bombardier-cs300-to-riga/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-welcomes-latest-bombardier-cs300-to-riga/ airBaltic has welcomed its seventh Bombardier CS300 to Riga. The plane is one of a total order of 20 aircraft place by the carrier, with the Latvian airline expected to operate eight CS300s by the end of the year. Fri, 11 Aug 2017 10:34:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-welcomes-latest-bombardier-cs300-jet-to-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-welcomes-latest-bombardier-cs300-jet-to-fleet/ airBaltic has welcomed the fifth of its 20 Bombardier CS300 jets to the fleet, with the carrier planning to have eight CS300 aircraft by the end of the year. The plane, registered as YL-CSE, arrived in Riga earlier after a seven hour and 56 minute trip from Canada. Tue, 20 Jun 2017 07:57:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sheremetyevo-airport-welcomes-first-airbaltic-cs300/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sheremetyevo-airport-welcomes-first-airbaltic-cs300/ Sheremetyevo International Airport in Moscow has welcomed the first commercial flight from the new airBaltic Bombardier CS300 aircraft. Martin Gauss, chief executive at airBaltic, said: “We are delighted to land the first commercial flight with the most innovative and technologically advanced aircraft in the world – Bombardier CS300 here in Moscow.” Sat, 20 May 2017 10:49:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eurowings-waves-farewell-to-final-bombardier-jet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eurowings-waves-farewell-to-final-bombardier-jet/ Eurowings has continued its move away from its past as a regional airline, retiring its last Bombardier CRJ-900 jet. Flight EW 4187 from Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden to Hamburg, which landed earlier, was the last scheduled flight for Eurowings operated by the aircraft. Fri, 17 Feb 2017 08:48:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-places-75-plane-c-series-order-with-bombardier/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-places-75-plane-c-series-order-with-bombardier/ Delta Air Lines will continue its narrow-body fleet renewal with the state-of-the-art Bombardier C Series, providing for added network flexibility with more fuel-efficient mainline aircraft. As the US launch customer, Delta’s firm order for 75 CS100s allows the company to cost-effectively reshape and up-gauge its narrow-body fleet, providing an improved customer experience and better cost efficiency while maintaining a focus on prudent capital deployment. Wed, 08 Jun 2016 09:58:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swiss-welcomes-bombardier-c-series-to-zurich-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swiss-welcomes-bombardier-c-series-to-zurich-for-first-time/ Swiss has unveiled further details of its new Bombardier C-Series aircraft fleet, which it is acquiring for its European short- and medium-haul network. The attractive cabin interior and innovative new passenger seat were presented during the first visit to Zurich of the state-of-the-art new twinjet, of which Swiss is launching customer. Mon, 29 Jun 2015 08:40:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/malaysian-government-reveals-plans-for-new-flymojo-airline/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/malaysian-government-reveals-plans-for-new-flymojo-airline/ Officials in Malaysia have revealed plans to launch a new airline having signed a $1.5 billion deal with aircraft manufacturer Bombardier. The deal will see Malaysia purchase 20 CS100 aircraft, with options for an additional 20, for use by the new airline, flymojo. The carrier will be based out of Johor Bahru in the south and Kota Kinabalu in east Malaysia. Tue, 17 Mar 2015 09:24:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-and-bombardier-sign-strategic-services-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-and-bombardier-sign-strategic-services-agreement/ Flybe and Bombardier have signed a strategic services agreement which confirms the Bombardier Q400 as Flybe’s aircraft of choice in its UK branded business and sees Bombardier undertaking a major programme of enhancements over the coming months which will make Flybe’s current 45-strong Q400 fleet one of the most operationally efficient regional fleets in the world. Tue, 15 Jul 2014 23:30:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-bogie-technical-centre-is-operational/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-bogie-technical-centre-is-operational/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation today celebrated the official opening of its new Bogie Technical Centre in Siegen, Germany. Guntram Schneider, Minister of Labour, Integration and Social Affairs of the federal state of North Rhine Westphalia, and more than 100 guests took part in an opening ceremony at Bombardier’s Siegen bogie production site. Mon, 14 Jul 2014 06:00:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-delivers-traxx-diesel-multi-engine-locomotives-to-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-delivers-traxx-diesel-multi-engine-locomotives-to-germany/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation has started delivering its innovative BOMBARDIER TRAXX diesel multi-engine locomotives. One of the first customers, Südostbayernbahn (SOB), presented the locomotive on the SOB premises in Mühldorf, Germany. Sat, 07 Jun 2014 06:00:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-selected-for-crossrail-rolling-stock/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-selected-for-crossrail-rolling-stock/ The contract to deliver rolling stock and a new depot for the London Crossrail project has been awarded to Bombardier by the British department for transport. The £1 billion contract between TfL and Bombardier covers the supply, delivery and maintenance of 65 new trains and a depot at Old Oak Common. Thu, 06 Feb 2014 09:01:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flexjet-to-invest-5.2-billion-in-largest-aircraft-order-in-its-history/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flexjet-to-invest-5.2-billion-in-largest-aircraft-order-in-its-history/ After 18 successful years as Bombardier’s fractional jet ownership division, Flexjet has announced a definitive agreement for its purchase by a group led by Directional Aviation Capital through a newly-formed entity, Flexjet, LLC. The deal is reportedly worth approximately $185 million. Sun, 08 Sep 2013 23:30:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-builds-customer-base-for-light-rail-technology/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-builds-customer-base-for-light-rail-technology/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation announced it has signed an agreement with the Regional Municipality of Waterloo to supply 14 BOMBARDIER FLEXITY Freedom light rail vehicles (LRV) for its ION rapid transit service in the cities of Kitchener and Waterloo. The Region of Waterloo is the third North American customer to choose the FLEXITY Freedom LRV platform and brings the total number of this vehicle on order to 400 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 06:00:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-takes-delivery-of-first-bombardier-q400-nextgen-turboprop/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-takes-delivery-of-first-bombardier-q400-nextgen-turboprop/ Bombardier Aerospace and WestJet have announced the delivery of the first of 20 Q400 NextGen turboprop airliners ordered by the airline. The aircraft will be operated by the new regional carrier, WestJet Encore and will serve multiple destinations, beginning in Western Canada in its first year of service. Fri, 14 Jun 2013 05:04:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-introduces-new-challenger-350-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-introduces-new-challenger-350-aircraft/ Bombardier Aerospace has expanded its Challenger family of business jets with the addition of the new Challenger 350 aircraft. Deliveries of the aircraft are expected to begin in 2014. Thu, 23 May 2013 07:52:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-further-signalling-contract-in-the-baltics/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-further-signalling-contract-in-the-baltics/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation, leading a consortium with Belam Riga, has won a contract for the construction and upgrade of the signalling and associated infrastructure systems in the Bolderaja region of Latvia. Bombardier will deliver its INTERFLO 200 solution to Latvian Railways (LDz) on a section of the Bolderaja – Zasulauks line, which connects the capital city Riga with the Boldoraja and Riga harbour area. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 06:00:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-technology-operates-on-worlds-longest-high-speed-rail-link/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-technology-operates-on-worlds-longest-high-speed-rail-link/ The European Rail Traffic Management System, designed by rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation, has been rolled out on the latest very high speed rail line to open in China. The new line completes the world’s longest very high speed rail link, connecting the capital Beijing with the industrial centre of Guangzhou. Fri, 18 Jan 2013 08:11:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-continues-modernising-pan-european-rail-corridor-x-crossing-croa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-continues-modernising-pan-european-rail-corridor-x-crossing-croa/ With the BOMBARDIER INTERFLO 250 ERTMS/ETCS Level 1 system already in successful service in Croatia,Bombardier is now upgrading another important section connecting Okucani and Novska. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 06:00:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-launches-construction-of-new-bogie-technical-centre/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-launches-construction-of-new-bogie-technical-centre/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation today officially launched the construction of a new Bogie[1] Technical Centre in Siegen, Germany. Pierre Beaudoin, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier Inc., and André Navarri, President and Chief Operating Officer, Bombardier Transportation, took part in laying the foundation stone at Bombardier’s Siegen bogie production site. Fri, 02 Nov 2012 18:00:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delivery-of-600th-bombardier-movia-metro-car-for-delhi-metro/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delivery-of-600th-bombardier-movia-metro-car-for-delhi-metro/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation has successfully delivered the 600th MOVIA metro car to the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). Harsh Dhingra, Chief Country Representative India, Bombardier Transportation, today handed over the metro car to Mangu Singh, Managing Director, DMRC, in Savli, Gujarat, in the presence of management teams and employees of both companies. Tue, 30 Oct 2012 18:00:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-german-design-award-for-zefiro/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-german-design-award-for-zefiro/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation has won the German Design Award 2013 for its ZEFIRO 380 very high speed train, currently being manufactured in Germany and China. The train combines the highest capacity in the industry with pioneering levels of passenger comfort and employs leading-edge technologies and advanced aerodynamics to reduce energy consumption. Wed, 24 Oct 2012 18:00:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-double-deck-coaches-boost-israel-railways-fleet-modernisation-pr/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-double-deck-coaches-boost-israel-railways-fleet-modernisation-pr/ Israel Railways (ISR) is taking an important next step in its fleet modernisation programme by ordering an additional 72 double-deck coaches from rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation. Sat, 29 Sep 2012 18:00:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-innovation-contest-produces-new-urban-mobility-proposals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-innovation-contest-produces-new-urban-mobility-proposals/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation has unveiled three innovative proposals to help emerging economies meet the challenges of 21st century urban transportation. Thu, 27 Sep 2012 21:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-and-electro-motive-diesel-to-assemble-locomotives-for-export/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-and-electro-motive-diesel-to-assemble-locomotives-for-export/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation is joining forces with Electro-Motive Diesel, Inc. (EMD), to assemble diesel electric locomotives in India. Wed, 26 Sep 2012 06:00:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-e-mobility-solutions-redefine-urban-transport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-e-mobility-solutions-redefine-urban-transport/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation presents the future of sustainable mobility at Germany’s 64th International Motor Show, from September 20 to 27. Tue, 25 Sep 2012 21:00:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sustainable-transport-helping-cities-breathe-worldwide/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sustainable-transport-helping-cities-breathe-worldwide/ Rapid urbanisation is affecting people’s mobility and the environment in economic centres around the world. Mon, 24 Sep 2012 18:00:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/passenger-comfort-enabling-the-modal-shift-from-road-to-rail/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/passenger-comfort-enabling-the-modal-shift-from-road-to-rail/ Passengers today expect convenient and flexible travel options – sustainable solutions that are accessible, comfortable and convenient. Mon, 24 Sep 2012 03:00:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-interconnected-mobility-today-for-smart-cities-of-tomorrow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-interconnected-mobility-today-for-smart-cities-of-tomorrow/ The future success of urban centres rests on re-defining the way people move within and between these expanding social and economic hubs. Sun, 23 Sep 2012 21:00:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-signs-contracts-with-talgo-for-high-speed-rail-project-in-saudi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-signs-contracts-with-talgo-for-high-speed-rail-project-in-saudi/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation announced today that it has signed contracts with Talgo SA to develop and supply components for 36 very high speed trains for Saudi Arabia. Sat, 22 Sep 2012 06:00:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-highlights-innovative-transport-solutions-at-innotrans-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-highlights-innovative-transport-solutions-at-innotrans-2012/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation is opening a window to the future of public transport at the InnoTrans 2012 rail trade show, in Berlin, Germany. Under the theme ‘The Evolution of Mobility’, visitors can experience Bombardier’s integrated and sustainable smart transport solutions for an increasingly mobile and congested world. Fri, 21 Sep 2012 06:00:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/high-speed-journey-a-new-sense-of-speed-to-drive-global-growth/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/high-speed-journey-a-new-sense-of-speed-to-drive-global-growth/ Congestion and pollution pose serious challenges to the growth of industrialised and developing nations. Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardiers-new-high-speed-train-design-unveiled-in-italy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardiers-new-high-speed-train-design-unveiled-in-italy/ Italian rail operator Trenitalia has unveiled a full scale mock-up of the of the Frecciarossa 1000 high speed train currently being built by rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation and its consortium partner AnsaldoBreda. Wed, 22 Aug 2012 06:00:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-announces-winners-of-innovation-contest-on-future-of-urban-mobil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-announces-winners-of-innovation-contest-on-future-of-urban-mobil/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation has announced the winners of its interactive YouCity innovation contest. Mon, 13 Aug 2012 02:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-brings-metro-and-tram-technology-to-russia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-brings-metro-and-tram-technology-to-russia/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation today signed co-operation agreements with Russian rail manufacturer UVZ to jointly develop and sell state-of-the-art metros and trams. Mon, 16 Jul 2012 06:00:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-hosts-first-international-flexx-bogie-operator-forum/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-hosts-first-international-flexx-bogie-operator-forum/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation held the first FLEXX Bogie Operator Forum at its global Centre of Excellence for Bogies[1] in Crespin, France. Mon, 16 Jul 2012 00:00:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-presents-case-for-innovation-and-the-greener-railway/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-presents-case-for-innovation-and-the-greener-railway/ Bombardier Transportation has sponsored a live interactive debate to promote the case for ‘The Greener Railway’. The debate was streamed worldwide from the London Stock Exchange on June 27 and hosted by Railway Gazette International. Tue, 10 Jul 2012 21:00:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-signs-technology-licence-agreement-with-china/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-signs-technology-licence-agreement-with-china/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation announced that it has signed a Technology Licence Agreement with CSR Puzhen, a subsidiary of the largest player in the railway manufacturing sector in China – China South Locomotive & Rolling Stock Corporation Ltd (CSR). Tue, 10 Jul 2012 18:00:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-order-for-39-additional-flexity-berlin-trams/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-order-for-39-additional-flexity-berlin-trams/ At the end of June, the Berlin Transport Authority (BVG) ordered an additional 39 BOMBARDIER FLEXITY Berlin trams from Bombardier Transportation. Sat, 07 Jul 2012 03:00:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-to-supply-210-rail-cars-to-ratp-and-stif-in-greater-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-to-supply-210-rail-cars-to-ratp-and-stif-in-greater-paris/ Bombardier Transportation announced today that it will supply 210 double-deck commuter train cars for line A of the RER, the Greater Paris commuter network. The new order is an option under a contract signed in April 2009 for a firm order of 60 MI09 trains. The public transportation upgrade is led and co-financed by STIF and RATP. Fri, 06 Jul 2012 21:00:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alstom-bombardier-consortium-supply-70-duplex-trainsets-for-rer-a-line/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alstom-bombardier-consortium-supply-70-duplex-trainsets-for-rer-a-line/ RATP(1) announced that they will place an order with the Alstom-Bombardier consortium for 70 additional duplex trainsets, known as MI09s. Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-drives-innovation-with-a-new-bogie-technical-center/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-drives-innovation-with-a-new-bogie-technical-center/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation is setting up a Bogie Technical Center at its site in Siegen. Thu, 05 Jul 2012 03:00:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-order-for-equipment-for-dongguan-rapid-railway-line/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-order-for-equipment-for-dongguan-rapid-railway-line/ Bombardier Transportation and its Chinese joint venture partner New United Group to supply propulsion and control equipment for 20 metro trains of six cars each. Wed, 04 Jul 2012 03:00:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-contract-to-supply-new-metro-cars-for-bart/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-contract-to-supply-new-metro-cars-for-bart/ Bombardier Transportation announced today that it has signed a contract with the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) for the supply of 260 new rail cars. Tue, 19 Jun 2012 18:00:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-to-supply-300-subway-cars-for-ny-city-transit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-to-supply-300-subway-cars-for-ny-city-transit/ Bombardier Transportation announced today that it has signed a contract for 300 subway cars with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to be delivered to New York City Transit (NYCT). Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-celebrates-20-years-of-world-class-planes-and-trains-in-ontario/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-celebrates-20-years-of-world-class-planes-and-trains-in-ontario/ Bombardier, the world’s leading manufacturer of planes and trains, celebrated its 20-year history in Ontario with a special event held at the company’s aerospace facility in Toronto. Sun, 10 Jun 2012 00:00:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-redefines-e-mobility-for-rail-and-road-with-primove-technology/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-redefines-e-mobility-for-rail-and-road-with-primove-technology/ Wireless charging solution for trams, buses and cars breaks new ground in clean, flexible and convenient urban transport. Sat, 09 Jun 2012 06:00:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-transportation-celebrates-20-years-of-success-in-mexico1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-transportation-celebrates-20-years-of-success-in-mexico1/ Bombardier Transportation, a global leader in rail technology, celebrates an important milestone with 20 years of sustained and successful presence in the Mexican rail manufacturing industry. For the occasion, Bombardier is holding a twentieth anniversary ceremony in the presence of government officials from Mexico, Canada and Québec, along with customers, local economic development and union representatives. Fri, 08 Jun 2012 20:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-confirms-learjet-85-well-underway/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-confirms-learjet-85-well-underway/ Bombardier Aerospace has reported work on the first two Learjet 85 flight test aircraft and the complete aircraft static test article is well underway, with the production of hundreds of composite components, including the unique 32-foot composite pressure fuselage. The joining of the nose fuselage to the main pressure fuselage, as well as the assembly of the aft fuselage, vertical stabilizer and tailcone fuselage sections, have all begun at the Bombardier sites in Wichita, Kansas and Queretaro, Mexico. Wed, 16 May 2012 06:37:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-order-for-traxx-locomotives-for-cross-border-traffic-in-sca/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-order-for-traxx-locomotives-for-cross-border-traffic-in-sca/ Bombardier Transportation announced today that it has won an order from Bure for seven BOMBARDIER TRAXX F140 AC locomotives. Sun, 13 May 2012 18:00:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-facing-the-challenge-of-sustainable-mobility-worldwide/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-facing-the-challenge-of-sustainable-mobility-worldwide/ Before a well attended Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal luncheon, André Navarri, President and Chief Operating Officer of Bombardier Transportation, discussed his perspectives on public transit solutions and the future of passenger rail transportation. Thu, 10 May 2012 18:00:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-unveils-new-signalling-solution-for-regional-rail-traffic-manage/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-unveils-new-signalling-solution-for-regional-rail-traffic-manage/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation has delivered the world’s first application of a European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) regional solution on the Västerdal line in Sweden. The groundbreaking BOMBARDIER INTERFLO 550 ERTMS regional system reduces operational costs and accommodates increased traffic capacity and automated train control around the clock. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 03:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-inaugurates-advanced-monorail-vehicle-manufacturing-site-in-braz/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-inaugurates-advanced-monorail-vehicle-manufacturing-site-in-braz/ New site expands local manufacturing capability of sustainable mass transit solutions in the rapidly growing Latin American market. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 18:00:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-partners-with-atlanta-to-improve-track-worker-protection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-partners-with-atlanta-to-improve-track-worker-protection/ U.S. Federal Transit Administration approves the Bombardier/Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority Demonstration Project. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:00:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-opens-project-management-academy-in-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-opens-project-management-academy-in-saudi-arabia/ The programme will develop the new generation of Project Managers to deliver the Kingdom’s ambitious urban transport vision. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 06:00:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-launches-innovation-contest-on-the-future-of-urban-mobility/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-launches-innovation-contest-on-the-future-of-urban-mobility/ YouCity competition invites visionaries to help shape the future of mobility in cities around the world, with results to be presented at InnoTrans 2012. Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:00:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-order-to-supply-multiple-unit-trains-for-northern-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-order-to-supply-multiple-unit-trains-for-northern-germany/ First call-off by Deutsche Bahn of variable double-deck multiple units for regional transport Thu, 12 Apr 2012 06:00:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-order-for-propulsion-equipment-for-beijing-metro-line-14/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-order-for-propulsion-equipment-for-beijing-metro-line-14/ Bombardier Transportation and its Chinese joint venture partner New United Group to supply propulsion equipment for 63 metro trains of six cars each. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 21:00:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-welcomes-hrh-the-prince-of-wales-to-its-derby-uk-site/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-welcomes-hrh-the-prince-of-wales-to-its-derby-uk-site/ Employees of Bombardier’s manufacturing site in Derby today welcomed His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, as part of a tour of the region to show his support for British manufacturing. Bombardier’s Derby site is the UK’s only rolling stock manufacturing facility and one of the UK’s leading centres of engineering excellence. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 21:00:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardiers-zefiro-very-high-speed-train-tops-design-awards/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardiers-zefiro-very-high-speed-train-tops-design-awards/ Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation has won the iF Product Design Award as well as the Good Design Award for its groundbreaking very high speed (VHS) train currently being developed for leading railway markets in Europe, Asia and North America. The ZEFIRO train combines aerodynamic efficiency with a distinctive appearance reflecting Bombardier’s state-of-the-art technologies. Mon, 20 Feb 2012 03:00:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/basel-places-biggest-order-in-116-year-history-with-bombardier/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/basel-places-biggest-order-in-116-year-history-with-bombardier/ Bombardier’s 60 new FLEXITY trams will provide easy cross-border operations in Switzerland’s Capital of Culture. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:00:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-partnership-project-outlines-green-train-of-the-future/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-partnership-project-outlines-green-train-of-the-future/ Swedish “Green Train” project supported by Bombardier shows faster, less costly and more energy-efficient trains are possible on existing track. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:00:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-additional-order-for-electrostar-cars-from-southern-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-additional-order-for-electrostar-cars-from-southern-in-uk/ Bombardier Transportation today announced that it has secured an additional order for 130 BOMBARDIER ELECTROSTAR cars for Southern.  The new trains will augment Southern’s existing fleet of Bombardier’s award winning electric multiple units. Sun, 08 Jan 2012 06:00:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-to-supply-90-new-electric-multiple-units-to-deutsche-bahn/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-to-supply-90-new-electric-multiple-units-to-deutsche-bahn/ Commuter trains of the 430 series from the successful electric multiple unit family will soon be in operation in the Rhein-Main-Verkehrsverbund (RMV) network. Fri, 06 Jan 2012 18:00:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-fourth-order-from-frankfurt-main/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-fourth-order-from-frankfurt-main/ Bombardier Transportation has won an order to supply an additional 78 BOMBARDIER FLEXITY Swift high-floor light rail vehicles (LRVs) and 10 FLEXITY Classic trams to the Frankfurt Transport Authority, VGF in Germany. Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:00:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-awarded-189m-southern-rail-contract/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-awarded-189m-southern-rail-contract/ Bombardier Transportation has announced it has secured an additional order for 130 Bombardier Electrostar cars from Southern in the United Kingdom. The new trains will augment Southern’s existing fleet of Bombardier’s electric multiple units. Wed, 28 Dec 2011 22:57:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/aaco-chet-fuller-commercial-aircraft-bombardier/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/aaco-chet-fuller-commercial-aircraft-bombardier/ Breaking Travel News interview Chet Fuller, Commercial Aircraft, Bombardier at the 2011 AACO AGM in Abu Dhabi. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:10:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-names-new-traxx-multi-engine-locomotive-as-its-top-innovation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-names-new-traxx-multi-engine-locomotive-as-its-top-innovation/ Bombardier, the world’s leading rail technology innovator, has announced the next generation BOMBARDIER TRAXX diesel electric multi-engine locomotive as its top technology solution of the year. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 13:00:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-breakthrough-contract-by-mumbai-railway-vikas-corporation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-breakthrough-contract-by-mumbai-railway-vikas-corporation/ Project marks the first implementation of Bombardier’s leading-edge energy efficient propulsion and control equipment for commuter trains in India. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:00:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-showcases-industry-leading-mobility-solutions-for-mexico-and-lat/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-showcases-industry-leading-mobility-solutions-for-mexico-and-lat/ Bombardier sponsors the 2011 General Assembly of the Latin American Association of Metros and Subways. Sat, 26 Nov 2011 01:00:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-appointed-for-an-automated-people-mover-for-munich-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-appointed-for-an-automated-people-mover-for-munich-airport/ Bombardier to Design, Build, Supply, Operate and Maintain an INNOVIA Automated People Mover System for Munich Airport in Germany. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 01:00:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-receives-order-from-maryland-for-54-multilevel-commuter-rail-veh/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-receives-order-from-maryland-for-54-multilevel-commuter-rail-veh/ MTA becomes third transit system in North America to order these innovative passenger rail cars. Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:00:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-plays-key-role-in-taking-millions-of-journeys-off-manchesters-ro/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-plays-key-role-in-taking-millions-of-journeys-off-manchesters-ro/ More than 5 million car journeys annually are expected to be moved onto rails with the help of Bombardier Transportation’s new fleet of BOMBARDIER FLEXITY Swift light rail vehicles for one of the largest tram networks in Europe. Thu, 27 Oct 2011 01:00:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-shaping-future-of-mobility-with-industry-leading-rail-solutions/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-shaping-future-of-mobility-with-industry-leading-rail-solutions/ North American Light Rail Vehicle platform and game-changing electric mobility technology showcased in New-Orleans. Tue, 04 Oct 2011 19:00:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-third-mass-transit-complete-signalling-system-in-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-wins-third-mass-transit-complete-signalling-system-in-brazil/ Globally proven BOMBARDIER CITYFLO 650 solution to be delivered for São Paulo Metro, following Madrid and London. Fri, 23 Sep 2011 19:00:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/john-travolta-joins-bombardier-as-brand-ambassador/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/john-travolta-joins-bombardier-as-brand-ambassador/ Bombardier, the world’s leading business aircraft manufacturer, today welcomed John Travolta as a brand ambassador for its Learjet, Challenger and Global jets. Thu, 22 Sep 2011 05:45:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-unveils-the-first-progress-rail-locomotive/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-unveils-the-first-progress-rail-locomotive/ Bombardier unveils the first progress rail locomotive to be assembled in Ciudad Sahagún, Mexico. Wed, 14 Sep 2011 13:00:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/worldwide-launch-of-bombardier-flexity-2-tram/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/worldwide-launch-of-bombardier-flexity-2-tram/ Blackpool and Lancashire County Council embrace latest international technology for UK’s longest running tram operation. Wed, 14 Sep 2011 07:00:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-to-deliver-76-movia-metro-cars-to-delhi-metro/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-to-deliver-76-movia-metro-cars-to-delhi-metro/ Bombardier Transportation announced today that it has received an order for 76 additional BOMBARDIER MOVIA metro cars from the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (DMRC). Tue, 06 Sep 2011 01:00:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scott-to-step-down-as-head-of-bombardier-aerospace/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scott-to-step-down-as-head-of-bombardier-aerospace/ Bombardier Aerospace has confirmed earlier Gary Scott, who presently holds the position of president with Bombardier Commercial Aircraft, will retire on October 1st. Guy Hachey, president and chief operating officer, Bombardier Aerospace, will lead the Commercial Aircraft business unit until a replacement is named. Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:56:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-presents-innovative-solutions-for-urban-transport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bombardier-presents-innovative-solutions-for-urban-transport/ Bombardier presents innovative solutions for urban transport at the Ecocity World Summit in Montréal. Game-changing transportation solutions include low land use automated monorail systems and revolutionary contactless electric mobility technology. Tue, 23 Aug 2011 19:00:45 +0000