September 2020 trespassing incidents on UK network highest in five years
With 1,239 trespassing incidents on the UK rail network during September 2020 alone, Network Rail and the BTP have stressed the importance of safety.
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Transfesa Logistics and EPS to expand CoolRail rail freight service
The collaboration between the two companies will see the CoolRail freight service expand to the UK, the Nordic countries, Germany and Poland, among others.
California High-Speed Rail Authority publishes 2020 Sustainability Report
CEO of CHSRA, Brian Kelly, has highlighted that the findings of the report show that the high-speed project has removed more emissions than it has created.
Hitachi ABB Power Grids awarded contract to digitalise High Speed 1
The £5.4 million contract for Hitachi ABB Power Grids, as part of ongoing work with UKPNS, will realise projects to digitalise high-speed rail in the UK.
Northern launches new campaign to improve workforce diversity
The rail operator has created more than 160 new roles, as it looks to encourage the next generation of black, ethnic minority, female and younger employees to its workforce.
Rahul Jalali appointed Chief Information Officer of Union Pacific
Union Pacific has announced that Rahul Jalali has been appointed as Chief Information Officer, effective from 2 November 2020.
Network Rail to release open live data source for station lifts and escalators
By making the live data publicly available, passengers will be able to discover how accessible a station is prior to their journey.
DB and SBB to expand services between Germany and Switzerland
As well as introducing new direct services between the two countries, SBB and DB will work to ensure that travel times will be further reduced.
TfW and Network Rail introduce new technology to limit impact of autumnal weather
Two new solutions - Automated Intelligent Video Review cameras and plasma technology - have been introduced on the TfW network to combat the challenges of autumn weather in the UK.
HS2 announces creation of 412 new apprenticeship opportunities
The announcement supports HS2 Ltd's commitment to create at least 2,000 apprenticeships during the life span of the project.
Southampton rail freight services to receive £17 million investment
The UK government is investing £17 million into track and signalling infrastructure to support the lengthening of freight trains at Southampton's docks.
Virgin Hyperloop names West Virginia as home to Hyperloop Certification Center
The development of the Hyperloop Certification Center in West Virginia will bring significant investment, jobs and economic growth to the region.
Giant tunnelling machines contract for London tunnels signed by HS2 Ltd
Upon delivery in 2021, HS2's two tunnel boring machines will bore through a combined total of 26 miles between London and West Ruislip.
Great Northern’s Hertfordshire trains save over 4,000 tonnes of carbon emissions
After being in operation for a year, Great Northern's Class 717 trains have enabled significant carbon emission savings across the Hertfordshire network.
National Rail Manufacturing Plan welcomed by Australasian Railway Association
The ARA has welcomed the policy that will support a strong Australian rail manufacturing sector and strengthen the supply chain.