CEO of Alstom, Henri Poupart-Lafarge, named as new Chair of UNIFE
Henri Poupart-Lafarge has replaced Sabrina Soussan as the new Chair of UNIFE - the organisation representing the European rail supply industry.
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Construction preparation for HS2 Euston station reaches milestone
The demolition of London Euston station’s western ramp and canopy is a significant milestone in the preparation for the construction of the new HS2 station.
GTR shares its top 10 tips for passengers returning to train travel
To help ease passenger concerns, Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) the team behind operating Southern, Thameslink and Great Northern services, have shared their top 10 tips for travelling on trains, as COVID-19 travel restrictions start to ease.
Alstom receives ETCS Baseline 3 Release 2 certification
By receiving the latest ETCS standard certification, Alstom is now equipped to work towards the complete digitalisation of Norway's rail network.
Australasian Railway Association outlines two-year plan for rail freight
The two-year strategic plan will see the ARA support the development of rail freight to create stronger connections between cities and regions.
HS2 reveals potential construction firms for Birmingham station
HS2 Ltd. has announced that three bidders will be invited to tender for the £570 million contract to construct Birmingham Curzon Street station.
Lineas signs maintenance contract for overhaul of 30 locomotives
Under the contract, Voith will be responsible for the major overhaul of 30 Lineas locomotives over the next four and a half years.
Marjan Rintel announced as new CEO of Netherlands Railways
Current CEO of Netherlands Railways (NS), Roger van Boxtel, will stay in his role until 30 September 2020, before Marjan Rintel, currently Director of Operations, takes over the CEO position.
Bombardier receives order for 11 OMNEO Premium trains from SNCF
Representing the second order from SNCF for the Normandy region, Bombardier will supply 11 additional OMNEO Premium double-deck EMU trains.
DB Cargo Belgium now operating under own Belgian license
Since 14 June 2020, DB Cargo Belgium has been operating entirely under its own license, meaning that it is now an accredited railway company in Belgium.
HS2 calls for women and young people to consider employment in rail
HS2 has highlighted the importance of a more diverse workforce in delivering the high-speed rail project on International Women in Engineering Day 2020.
Network Rail working to promote women in engineering
On International Women in Engineering Day 2020, Network Rail has announced its new efforts to highlight the contributions of women to engineering and STEM.
HS2 begins search for specialist telecommunications contractor
The winner of the £300 million contract will be responsible for HS2's telecommunication systems from design through to initial maintenance.
UK DfT awards funding for new tech to revolutionise rail travel
The UK’s Department for Transport (DfT), in partnership with Innovate UK, has awarded 25 pioneering projects a share of £9.4 million to fund innovative projects that will make railways cleaner, greener and more passenger-friendly.
Virgin Trains USA chooses Wabtec for PTC implementation
Worth $120 million, the contracts include the implementation of signalling and train control systems on the rail corridors between Miami to West Palm Beach, and West Palm Beach to Orlando.
