United Wagon Company receives 200 hopper car order from TOAZ
The United Wagon Company hopper cars will be used by TOAZ for the transportation of mineral fertilisers, with delivery expected by the end of May 2020.
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UIC publishes its 2020-2022 Work Programme, endorsed by its members
The UIC's 2020 to 2022 Work Programme aims to give a global overview of the key challenges, events and deliverable projects for rail that it will focus on.
EC approves investment package with funds available for rail developments
Following the approval, multiple transport infrastructure projects will benefit from significant investment, including three rail projects.
Charlene Wallace joins Network Rail’s Network Services Directorate
Charlene joins Network Rail's Network Services Directorate as its Director for National Passenger and Customer Experience.
First of Greater Anglia’s new electric trains completes test run
The new trains are designed to provide more seats as well as modern features for a more comfortable journey when they enter service later in 2020.
Transport for Wales fits smart cameras on trains to monitor vegetation risks
The new video system aims to improve safety and performance by reporting vegetation risks on Welsh railways.
Nokia and SBB complete FRMCS frequency trial to prepare for a digital rail future
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) and Nokia have completed a proof of concept trial to help define radio frequency for the new Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) standard.
First double-decker KISS train runs in Hungary
The new 600-seater trains will reduce congestion and delays for the thousands of commuters to Hungary's capital, Budapest.
British Transport Police records 62 per cent surge in mobile device theft on Britain’s railways
According to official figures obtained by Absolute Software, the British Transport Police (BTP) recorded a 62 per cent increase in mobile device theft on Britain’s railways over the last two calendar years.
Siemens Mobility receives first order for battery-powered trains from SFBW
SFBW has ordered a total of 20 battery-powered Mireo Plus B trains from Siemens Mobility for operation in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
UIC working to provide members and partners with COVID-19 measures
The UIC has created a COVID-19 Task Force dedicated to providing the rail industry with concrete measures amidst the rapidly spreading viral outbreak.
Illegal trespassing doubled during February on Metro Trains Melbourne network
Despite the number of trespassing incidents increasing from 788 to over 1,600 during February 2020, Metro Trains Melbourne's overall performance saw an improvement.
Financial support for U.S. railroad infrastructure announced
The U.S. Transportation Secretary, Elaine L. Chao, has announced $248.5 million in grants that will support railroad infrastructure developments.
Robel systems and vehicles gain IRIS certification
Robel is the world’s first manufacturer of railway construction machines to work to the new IRIS rev3.1 certification railway industry standard.
Goldschmidt combines international services with new brand
One hundred and twenty-five years after the patenting of the Thermit® welding process, Goldschmidt has now combined all of its companies under one brand.