Crossrail transfers Paddington Elizabeth line station to TfL
The station becomes the latest addition to the now six stations transferred from Crossrail to Transport for London (TfL), which will operate the new transformational Elizabeth line.
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Translink releases new employee communications app
Translink, Northern Ireland’s main public transport provider, announces the launch of its new employee communication ‘Spirit’ app, available to all employees working for the organisation.
Transport for Wales signs contract to purchase engineering firm
Transport for Wales (TfW), the not-for-profit organisation established by the Welsh government, has signed a deal with Colas Rail UK to buy Pullman Rail Limited.
Norfolk Southern releases updated 2021 ESG report
Norfolk Southern Corporation’s 2021 annual report is renamed the Environmental, Social, and Governance Report, to better reflect the company’s integrative allegiance to a sustainable enterprise.
TRB collaborates with Hitachi on new UK rail project
TRB is starting a new project as part of its long-term partnership with Hitachi, this involves the manufacture of toilet panels, partitions and doors.
Shortline railroads awarded safety improvement grants
The North Carolina Ports Authority and 12 other shortline railroads have been awarded a $10.2 million grant fund in support of health, safety and performance improvements.
Latvian Railways begins platform modernisation and construction project
SJSC 'Latvijas dzelzceļš' (LDz) launches the start of the platform modernisation and construction project, which encompasses the design and build of 48 new modern railway stations and stops.
ÖBB expands Nightjet fleet with new order placed from Siemens Mobility
ÖBB has placed a major order of 20 additional next generation, seven-car night trains from Siemens Mobility, securing its position as market leader in Europe’s night train sector.
Sydney’s major rail freight project a step closer to construction
The $400 million Port Botany Rail Line Duplication and Cabramatta Loop project looks towards the future of construction, as the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) awards two new major contracts.
Bane NOR selects supplier of major contract for switches and crossings
Vossloh, a leading international supplier of rail infrastructure products and services, has been awarded a major comprehensive framework contract with the Norwegian rail network.
Siemens Mobility and everis win deal to develop MaaS platform for Renfe
Siemens Mobility and everis sign a five-year contract with Renfe, the national railway company of Spain, to develop and operate a countrywide, intelligent Mobility as a Service (MaaS) platform.
Alstom signs contract to deliver 150 Coradia Stream trains to Trenitalia
Alstom has been awarded a €910 million framework contract to supply Italian train operator, Trenitalia, with 150 ultra modern, energy efficient, electric Coradia Stream regional trains.
VIDEO: California High-Speed Rail Authority August 2021 construction progress
The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) has released its August 2021 Construction Update, highlighting summer progress on the nation’s first high-speed rail project.
Auckland Metro Programme to electrify Papakura and Pukekohe rail line
KiwiRail’s electrification project of the rail line between Papakura and Pukekohe has been approved by an independent panel, under COVID-19 fast-track legislation.
An industry first – SWR launch boarding assistance service for customers
South Western Railway (SWR) has announced the launch of Assisted Boarding Points, the rail industry’s first assistance service for passengers, allowing for a far more efficient travel experience.