Deutsche Bahn sets out ‘strong rail’ strategy to meet growth targets
Deutsche Bahn has presented a new 10-point strategy which aims to double patronage and make a major contribution to meeting climate protection targets in Germany.
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Passengers and freight are integral to the development of the railways
Network Rail's R&D programme of innovative projects aimed at transforming rail travel, highlights how passengers and freight must remain central to the developments.
Successful rollout of AutoHaul™ is celebrated by Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto has been celebrating the successful deployment of AutoHaul™, the world’s first automated heavy-haul long distance rail network.
Wi-Fi contract for Californian intercity trains awarded to Nomad Digital
The Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA) has selected Nomad Digital to install, test, operate and maintain a next-generation Wi-Fi network on-board Capitol Corridor trains operated by the CCJPA and their service partners.
First Stadler FLIRT train receives approval to enter UK service
The British railway regulatory authority has granted Stadler approval for the four-car bimodal FLIRT train for the use of Greater Anglia.
KfW IPEX-Bank set to finance the expansion of Norwegian railway facilities
KfW IPEX-Bank is set to invest nearly €50 million for the expansion of Norwegian railway maintenance facilities and real estate developments.
Hull Trains have released images of new trains scheduled for use this year
Hull Trains has released new images which show the production of its new £60 million fleet, set to be running on UK tracks by the end of 2019.
EU Agency for Railways becomes authority for cross-border traffic
With just one authorisation authority across Europe, the ERA will present a single and simplified authorisation and certification process.
Occupational health figures are a ‘wake-up call’ for the rail industry
Despite the steps taken by the rail industry to take care of its workforce, more needs to be done to ensure the health of employees is a priority.
FRA announces investments to improve U.S. railroad infrastructure
The FRA has pledged more than $326 million in a bid to improve railway infrastructure across the U.S., with nearly a third of this going to rural projects.
South Western Railway to rollout on-board entertainment to passengers
Passengers travelling on some SWR routes can experience new entertainment with the latest in film, comedy, gaming or catch-up TV through SWR|Stream service.
Stadler wins contract to supply 16 FLIRT trains for city of Bremen
A further 16 FLIRT trains have been commissioned on the Bremen/Lower Saxony regional S-Bahn network.
Acela passenger railroad fleet undergoes complete redesign by Amtrak
Amtrak, US-based passenger railroad service, has refurbished the interiors for its Acela Express fleet thought to have cost in excess of $4 million in a bid to increase passenger satisfaction.
Department for Transport pledges investment to transform the UK railways
As part of the First of a Kind competition, projects will receive a share of £7.8 million in government funding for innovative ideas to transform the railway industry.
UK announces commitment to end global warming contributions
Theresa May has announced new legislation that says the UK will have ended its global warming contributions by 2050.