Transport for the North welcomes Tees Valley being named as UK Hydrogen Transport Hub
Following the announcement about Tees Valley, TfN has highlighted that hydrogen power and electrification are key components of future plans for rail in the North.
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Nigel Holness appointed as new Managing Director for MTR Elizabeth Line
Nigel Holness brings with him over 30 years’ rail industry experience and has worked at Board and senior executive level in a range of roles including Interim Managing Director for London Underground and Programme Director and Deputy Managing Director at MTR Crossrail (now MTR Elizabeth Line).
Hydrogen-powered train to run for first time on UK mainline
The hydrogen-powered HydroFLEX train, developed by the University of Birmingham and Porterbrook, will help to decarbonise rail transportation.
Translink partners with Northern Ireland police to tackle anti-social behaviour
The Safe Transport Team is a dedicated group of police officers working alongside Translink staff to discourage crime on the network.
EBA recognises two DB subsidiaries as independent certification bodies
Railway Approvals Germany GmbH and DB Systemtechnik GmbH have been recognised as independent certification and inspection bodies.
FRA announces funding for rail improvements in Alaska and South Dakota
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has announced a huge funding package for rail infrastructure upgrades and enhanced rail safety measures for projects in Alaska and South Dakota.
Logistics UK calls for support for rail freight amidst UK rail network reform
With the UK rail network set to end franchising, Logistics UK has called for rail freight operations to be safeguarded during the reform.
UK rail companies partner with BTP to enforce face covering rules
Great Northern, Southeastern, Southern and Thameslink have partnered with the British Transport Police to enforce face covering regulations.
Rail Delivery Group announces changes to its leadership
The RDG has announced changes to its leadership that will ensure the organisation is ready to support potential reforms stemming from the Williams Review into the future structure of Britain's railway.
Deutsche Bahn launches ‘WIFI @ DB’ WLAN network
'WIFI @ DB' is now available in the ICE, at over 100 stations and in approximately 200 regional trains and buses.
Train design unveilled for India’s first semi-high-speed RRTS corridor
India’s National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) and Bombardier Transportation have unveilled the train design for India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), inspired by Delhi’s iconic monument, The Lotus Temple.
Richard Allan appointed as new Managing Director for Chiltern Railways
Richard will join Chiltern Railways in October 2020, at a crucial time for the train operator after it recently signed a new agreement with the Department for Transport (DfT).
New guidance aims to improve reliability of assistance for disabled passengers
Stephen Brookes MBE, states how the new ORR protocol will go a long way in assuring disabled people that their needs are being properly understood and delivered.
Hitachi-Bombardier celebrate 10 years delivering Europe’s fastest high-speed train
Hitachi Rail and Bombardier Transportation have celebrated a decade of working together delivering ETR 1000 trains - the fastest-ever in-service train in Europe, capable of achieving 400km/h.
HS2 introduces carbon neutral concrete to ensure sustainable construction
The concrete product will provide a reduction of 42 per cent in carbon emissions, with the remaining emissions being offset.