California’s high-speed line receives further environmental clearance
The California High-Speed Rail Authority issued the environmental Record of Decision for the final section of the line between Fresno and Bakersfield.
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Crossrail’s Chief Executive announces further delay to Elizabeth line opening
Mark Wild, Chief Executive of Crossrail Ltd has said the Elizabeth line will now not be fully open before 2021, explaining that further time is needed to complete software development for the signalling and train systems and the safety approvals process.
Wi-Tronix introduces Violet Edge 830 – an economical IoT platform solution
Wi-Tronix® has introduced a new, economical IoT platform, Violet Edge℠ 830, providing state-of-the-art Intel processing power and the synchronisation of data into one comprehensive data set.
Grant funding announced to support intercity rail improvements in America
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) have announced the availability of $24 million in grant funding to initiate, restore, or enhance intercity passenger rail service for the country.
Driving the digital rail revolution through data
As the afternoon of Digital Rail Revolution 2019 commenced, data and condition monitoring were just some of the main topics of focus.
GB Railfreight urges next government to prioritise decision on HS2
GB Railfreight insists that a decision on the future of the HS2 scheme must be made as soon as possible following the December general election.
New rail carriages approved to increase capacity on Dublin network
The approval of a €150 million purchase of 41 additional rail carriages was announced by the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport.
Digital Rail Revolution 2019: Key trends impacting rail’s digital journey
Digital Rail Revolution 2019 opened its doors on 7 November, and brought together experts to discuss the trends impacting the digital transformation of rail.
Rail Forum Europe appoints new President and Vice-President
RFE have appointed Andrey Novakov and Anna Deparnay-Grunenberg as the new President and Vice-President, respectively, from 2019 to 2024.
Atkins’ Lizi Stewart appointed as member of RIA Board
Managing Director of Atkins' transportation division, Lizi Stewart, has been appointed as one of 13 Railway Industry Association Board members.
Grand Central Railway announces further station investments
As part of a £2.6 million investment programme, Grand Central have announced further details of eight station investment schemes.
Positive train control implemented on Illinois Railway
The implementation of PTC makes Illinois Railway one of the first short line railroads to do so, and contributes to enhancing safety on its trains.
Thameslink trains now returning more energy than predecessors
The modernised trains will now return 50 per cent more energy to the network than their predecessors, contributing to helping power the fleet.
Sydney’s train network to benefit from new digital systems facility
The new facility will allow innovative technologies to be tested and integrated without impacting or disrupting the rail network.
‘Friendly WiFi’ safe certification awarded to Heathrow Express
The certification proves that the Wi-Fi system installed on the Heathrow Express is keeping passengers safe from inappropriate content.