HS2 releases designs for final Chiltern tunnel rural headhouse
HS2 has unveiled the first plans for the final ‘barn design’ headhouses, as construction has begun to provide emergency access to the 10-mile-long Chiltern tunnel.
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TfL becomes latest project sponsor to join the RSG reference scheme
The Rail Supply Group (RSG) announces Transport for London (TfL) as its latest project sponsor, with the scheme aiming to provide simpler ways to export supplier’s services and products overseas.
HS2 Ltd releases shortlist of candidates to build Interchange Station
HS2 Ltd has announced the shortlist of bidders for the £370 million contract to build the environmentally-friendly Interchange Station, based at the heart of the UK’s new high-speed rail network in Solihull.
Siemens Mobility signs contract for turnkey rail system in Egypt
The launch of Egypt's first ever high-speed rail system has moved one step closer, as Siemens Mobility signs a momentous contract worth $3 billion to cover the initial 660km of the 1,800km rail network planned.
Key Manchester rail route receives modern signalling upgrade
Manchester’s railway has received a once in a generation maintenance upgrade of a 21st century signalling system, which aims to improve future journeys for passengers and rail freight.
State Railway of Thailand awards contract to ECM to supply ATP systems
State Railway of Thailand (SRT) awards ECM S.p.A. with a contract to administer their sustainable and high-tech Automatic Train Protection (ATP) systems to 70 locomotives.
Arriva launches new multi-modal travel app for EU passengers
Arriva has launched its first MaaS smart mobility app, ‘glimble’. The app enables passengers to plan, pay and ride with any public transport operator, shared transport, or micro-mobility provider.
Eversholt Rail awards £10 million Class 375 modification contract to LSER
Eversholt Rail announces £10 million contract that has been awarded to London & South Eastern Railway Limited (LSER), with aims to modify and develop its fleet of 112 Class 375 electric trains.
Rail Baltica project launches global market survey to industry leaders
The Rail Baltica Global Project has released a global market survey to collect feedback from the current and potential contract partners regarding the transition to a full-scale construction phase.
New report urges the government to complete eastern leg of HS2
The High-Speed Rail Group (HSRG) has published a report with contributions from leaders across the Yorkshire and North East region, outlining the benefits of the government delivering the eastern route of HS2.
Alstom’s Coradia iLint hydrogen train makes its Swedish debut
The first hydrogen-powered train in the world, Alstom’s Coradia iLint passenger train is making its debut in Östersund, Sweden, with aims to reduce CO2 emissions and help decarbonise rail transport.
Rosehill Rail is awarded contract with Belgian railway operator Infrabel
Rosehill Rail has been awarded an eight-year contract with Belgian national railway operator, Infrabel, to accelerate EU growth and its rail industry.
Moscow Central Circle trials its first double-decker electric train
The Moscow Central Circle (MCC), one of Moscow’s most important transport networks, has inaugurated the trial of its first double-decker electric train, running for 15 days until 8 September 2021.
ScotRail to release public survey on proposed new timetables
As customers return to using Scotland’s Railway, ScotRail amidst a public consultation, is unveiling plans for the release of new timetables from May 2022, showing that it is ‘Fit for The Future’.
Alpha Trains upgrades Desiro ML currently leased to ODEG
Siemens Mobility, on behalf of Alpha Trains, has converted the regional multiple units from three- to four-car trainsets.