Berliner Hochbahngesellschaft
Berlin
Berlin's first U-Bahn line from Stralauer Tor to Zoologischer Garten began service on May 28, 1900, establishing Germany's capital as a leader in urban rapid transit.
Deutsche Reichsbahn
Berlin
German streamlined steam locomotive No. 05 002 achieved high-speed trials on May 28, 1931, contributing to world rail speed records and showcasing advanced aerodynamics.
Canterbury and Whitstable Railway
Canterbury
The Canterbury and Whitstable Railway, one of Britain's earliest passenger lines, officially opened to the public on May 28, 1830, using steam locomotives and cable haulage over a 6-mile route.
Panama Railroad
Panama City
The Panama Railroad completed its first full transit across the Isthmus of Panama, linking the Atlantic and Pacific.
Japanese National Railways
Okayama
Japan extended its bullet train network from Shin-Osaka to Okayama, expanding high-speed rail reach.
Deutsche Reichsbahn
Berlin
Germany's Deutsche Reichsbahn introduced the revolutionary diesel-electric Fliegender Hamburger high-speed train.
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