National Rail to notify passengers of busy trains and stations before beginning journey
The new system introduced by National Rail will help to enable social distancing and keep passengers safe while travelling.
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Face coverings to become mandatory on public transport in England
The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced that from 15 June 2020, it will be mandatory for passengers to wear face coverings when using public transport in England.
Welsh Transport Minister calls for UK investment into Wales and Borders rail network
Ken Skates has outlined an evidence-based argument in support of the development of four new stations across the Welsh rail network.
UIC publishes document on resilience of rail during COVID-19
The document explores how the rail sector fought against the impact of COVID-19 and how the industry can build 'RAILsilience' together.
European Investment Bank to support Estonian railway modernisation
EIB has signed a €95 million loan agreement with Eesti Raudtee for the modernisation of track and signalling along the Estonian railway network.
UIC, UNIFE and UITP issue joint statement highlighting importance of rail for climate change
The rail and public transport bodies have issued the statement to advocate for the continued support of rail transport as a solution to the climate crisis.
GB Railfreight announces new investments despite UK economic uncertainty
The new investments will be focused on developing GB Railfreight's existing facilities and properties in Cambridgeshire, highlighting the company’s commitment to investing in the UK economy.
€7 million in finance raised to lead the development of hyperloop in Europe
Spain’s Zeleros has completed a financing round worth more than €7 million to start a new and important phase in the development of its unique version of hyperloop, the 'fifth mode of transport'.
First nine new working tracks on the Mason Mega Rail project start operating
Georgia Ports Authority’s Mason Mega Rail project has passed a major milestone by putting into operation the first nine of 18 new working tracks, with its first two rail-mounted gantry cranes to be commissioned in early-June 2020.
Transport for the North members call for sustained rail investment
TfN members have called for a phased 20-year pipeline of rail investment in order to ensure the delivery of HS2 and Northern Powerhouse Rail.
GTR implements new technology to monitor train passenger numbers
The new technology, supplied by Siemens Mobility, will work to monitor social distancing on Thameslink and Great Northern trains.
High Speed Rail Group calls on UK government for transformative high-speed rail programme
HSRG has outlined that the implementation of a transformative high-speed rail programme across the UK would support country-wide resilience and growth.
Welsh Government sets aside up to £65m to keep train services running
The Welsh Government has announced it will spend up to £65 million over the next six months to ensure train services on the Wales and Borders network continue to operate for key workers and others that rely on the train to travel.
Shift2Rail releases its Call for Proposals 2020 participation results
Europe’s railway Research and Innovation community shows strong interest in deepening collaboration as 2020 Shift2Rail Call for Proposals prompts requests for €113.3 million of R&I funding.
Stadler completes Greater Anglia contract by delivering all 58 trains
The majority of the trains are now in passenger service on the Greater Anglia network, with the last 11 trains currently undergoing final testing.
