Agreement signed by EIB and Medway for expansion of rail cargo services
EIB agree to finance €45 million for Medway’s project that supports the expansion of rail freight and transport services across regions of Portugal and Spain.
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Sea wall project is key to preventing disaster for Dawlish and its railway
The construction of a new sea wall, attempting to prevent further damage on the South Devon coastline, is progressing well and having a positive effect on the local community of Dawlish and their railway.
Sustainable battery powered locomotive trialled by GB Railfreight
GB Railfreight is undertaking a three-month trial with a Class 18 Hybrid+ CBD90 diesel-battery shunting locomotive owned by Beacon Rail Leasing.
Webuild complete the installation of the Buttaceto Viaduct
The installation of the Buttaceto Viaduct on the Palermo-Catalina rail line has been completed, offering key infrastructure for sustainable mobility in Southern Italy.
Access to life-saving defibrillators now at stations across Wales
Installation of over 200 life-saving defibrillators has begun at TfW stations across Wales and the borders.
Low-emissions locomotive begins extensive test runs in Finland
The new DR19 locomotive has arrived in Finland to start test runs that will ensure its functionality on the Finnish rail network.
Investment of €13.6 billion to help DB modernise the network and stations
DB are planning to modernise German rail stations throughout 2022 by utilising a record investment sum of €13.6 billion.
Customer satisfaction scores rise for third consecutive year for Northern
Northern has seen a rise in customer service satisfaction scores for the third consecutive year, becoming the most improved operator in the UK, according to data from The Institute of Customer Service.
Unique programme launched by HS2 to develop digital solutions
The fourth Innovation Accelerator programme seeks to offer the company fresh thinking on three aspects of Britain’s new high-speed rail network: supply chain management, risk management and decision making.
Women in Transportation Seminar recognise CHSRA for diversity achievements
The California High-Speed Rail Authority have received an award in recognition of their contributions to the advancement of women in transportation.
Alstom to supply 50 electric Traxx passenger locomotives for Belgium
Alstom have signed a framework agreement that will see up to 50 third generation electric Traxx locomotives delivered for domestic and cross-border journeys between Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and Germany.
Deutsche Bahn orders 43 new ICE trains from Siemens
Deutsche Bahn has completed an additional order of 43 new ICE 3neo type trains that promise enhanced comfort for passengers.
Union Pacific places milestone order for battery-electric locomotives
Union Pacific Railroad's order for 10 FLXdrive battery-electric locomotives marks the largest investment in battery technology by a North American railroad.
HS2 stations could be powered by carbon-free energy
HS2 will trial a new building method that could harness enough carbon-free energy to supply 80 per cent of heating and hot water in the stations on Britain’s new high-speed rail network.
Climate change risks to Britain’s railway outlined in new report
Network Rail has released a report which outlines the challenges posed by climate change to Britain’s railway and the measures required to improve resilience.