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The infrastructure of a railway network is an incredibly complex system. Our infrastructure content focuses on a variety of topics including the construction of new rail lines, the maintenance and modernisation of existing lines, projects and developments to ensure infrastructure is safe and efficient, and in-depth looks at the vital components that make up infrastructure including track systems, i.e. switches, crossings, sleepers, ballast, etc.
The construction of the Rail Baltica station at Riga Airport is advancing, with the three-story concrete frame completed and elevated viaducts under construction for efficient passenger and traffic flow.
The Campaign for Better Transport urges Chancellor Rachel Reeves to extend the £2 bus fare cap and freeze rail fares to keep public transport affordable in the upcoming Budget.
Network Rail has completed vital track work on the Grade II listed Kew railway bridge, replacing 577 aging wheel timbers to improve service reliability on both the London Overground and District lines.
The Lithuanian government has approved a plan to develop regional stations along the Rail Baltica line from Kaunas to the Latvian border, enhancing passenger and freight connectivity in the region.
Amtrak will upgrade Seattle’s King Street Coach Yard with a $300 million project, improving maintenance and preparing for new Airo trains, while supporting sustainability and growing ridership.
Network Rail and Severn Valley Railway mark the first year of their partnership, achieving cost savings, improved safety training and shared technological benefits.
The first Rail Baltica Information Centre has opened in Kaunas, Lithuania, providing insights into the transformative high-speed railway project and its impact on regional transport, economy and infrastructure.
Greater Manchester has approved £1.31 million in funding to advance its high-speed rail and Northern Powerhouse Rail proposals, focusing on improving connectivity at key stations.
SAR has announced plans to expand and modernise its North-South passenger rail fleet with 15 new train sets, supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals for infrastructure development and increased transportation capacity.
Work on converting Sydney's T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards has begun, with major infrastructure upgrades planned to improve safety and modernise the 130-year-old rail corridor.
The Federal Railroad Administration has signed a $3 billion grant agreement for Brightline West, the first U.S. high-speed rail project, set to connect Southern California and Las Vegas with trains travelling over 200 mph by 2028.
Dr. Alberto Mazzola called for a European high-speed rail master plan by 2050 to connect capitals and major cities, benefiting over 60% of EU citizens and generating €750 billion in societal value.
Magnus Klaar has been appointed as RAILPOOL’s new Regional Director for Scandinavia, bringing over 25 years of railway industry experience to lead the company’s expansion in the region.
The Rail Baltica Task Force met in Brussels to assess the project's advancements and reaffirm commitment to completing the high-speed rail corridor by 2030, with a focus on cross-border co-operation and EU support.
Hitachi Rail is developing a new battery pack for commuter trains that is smaller, lighter and more powerful than existing models.
