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Britain’s gets new longest rail bridge in major HS2 milestone
HS2 has achieved a significant milestone with the completion of the Colne Valley Viaduct, now the longest rail bridge in Britain, surpassing a 137-year-old record.
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Amtrak begins construction on new Connecticut River Bridge
Amtrak has started construction on a modern replacement for the 1907 Connecticut River Bridge, aimed at improving train speeds and reducing delays along the busy Northeast Corridor.
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HS2 project completes first viaduct in Northamptonshire
The HS2 project has completed its first viaduct in Northamptonshire, marking a key milestone in the construction of the high-speed rail line set to connect London and the North.
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UK government launches major rail reform with Shadow Great British Railways initiative
Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has launched Shadow Great British Railways, marking the start of a major overhaul aimed at unifying rail services and infrastructure to improve reliability and prioritise passenger experience.
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On Demand: Safeguarding Rail Infrastructure in the Quantum Era
3 September 2024 | By
Join us on this webinar to learn about network security to safeguard your data in the quantum era.
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Community of Madrid to Invest €29.5 million in Metro Line 7B improvements
The Community of Madrid will invest €29.5 million in improvement works on Metro Line 7B, alongside providing significant financial support to affected residents and businesses.
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In-Depth Focus: Noise & Vibration
2 September 2024 | By
This In-Depth Focus looks at the crucial impact of modern research and understanding on solving the struggle of reducing rail noise and vibration. From the impact of vibrations on infrastructure to the health and safety aspect of rail noise, could this research be key to reducing these negative side-effects and…
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Rail Baltic Estonia awards construction contract for new railway section
Rail Baltic Estonia has awarded a 59.87 million euro contract to Merko Ehitus Eesti AS and GRK Eesti AS for constructing a 10.5km section of the Rail Baltica mainline from Saku to the Harju-Rapla County border.
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Good News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover Northern's biodiversity efforts at train stations, Waterloo Station's achievement of the Autism Friendly Award and TfL's new Liberty Line launch alongside its search for local heroes.
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TLB and HyD invite market feedback for Smart and Green Mass Transit System in East Kowloon
The Transport and Logistics Bureau and Highways Department have invited system suppliers and operators to submit feedback for the proposed Smart and Green Mass Transit System in East Kowloon, aiming to improve transportation for over 300,000 residents in Kwun Tong's uphill areas.
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Amtrak’s Newport News Transportation Center to open on 22 August 2024
The Newport News Transportation Center, a new Amtrak hub, will open on 22 August 2024, offering enhanced travel options and modern amenities for Amtrak Virginia and regional bus users.
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Railway Industry Association responds to Urban Transport Group’s new report
Urban Transport Group's report presents five practical recommendations aimed at maximising the economic benefits of transport investment, highlighting the need for a bold national vision for public transport to enhance UK growth, productivity and decarbonisation.
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Shaping Southeast Asia: Megaprojects ASEAN Summit on infrastructure
The Megaprojects ASEAN Summit, scheduled for 2-3 October 2024 in Bangkok, will bring together key stakeholders to explore the future of infrastructure development in response to Southeast Asia's growing urbanisation.
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HS1 achieves ISO 55001 certification for high-speed line
HS1 has earned ISO 55001 certification for its 109-kilometer high-speed rail line and four stations, including St Pancras International, highlighting strong operational and safety performance.
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Rail Baltica explores public-private partnership model following CEF funding successes
Rail Baltica is advancing its development by exploring a Public-Private Partnership model, inspired by the success of the Porto-Lisbon High-Speed Rail project, to enhance financing and reduce state budget burdens.