Northern’s first refurbished Class 333 train makes its debut
The refurbished trains form part of Northern’s wide-ranging plan to enhance customer journeys by improving all aspects of its network.
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HS2 supports over 250 unemployed individuals in to work
Ensuring unemployed individuals receive training and support to help them get on the job ladder is one of the commitments HS2 made in 2018.
Britain’s rail franchising system no longer delivers clear benefits, says Rail Review Chair
Keith Williams, the independent Chair of the first ‘root and branch’ Rail Review to be supported by UK government, has stated in an Address that Britain’s rail franchising system cannot continue in the way it is now.
Customers of Virgin Trains can book travel assistance with Amazon Alexa
This new service simplifies the process of booking travel assistance, whilst providing staff with more time to aid passengers with reduced mobility.
Opinsta signs agreements with Dubai government for bespoke apps
Opinsta and the Dubai Entity, Road and Transport Authority (RTA), have announced they’ve signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the 27 November 2018 for the development of two of Opinsta's enterprise-grade apps that will support the transport infrastructure in Dubai.
South Western Railway to become the UK’s first 5G railway
Rail operators have long-sought to improve the quality of Wi-Fi, but faced significant cost and technical challenges in doing so.
RIA and RFM are working together to help grow a better rail supply sector
Railway Industry Association (RIA) and Rail Forum Midlands (RFM) announce joint membership offer for companies in the Midlands.
TransPennine Express will use live data to provide journey updates
TransPennine Express is the first UK rail operator to launch GoMedia’s real-time rail customer information service.
Reforming rail in Belarus would boost the economy, says World Bank
A study has suggested Belarusian Railways undertakes analyses of freight and passenger markets, investment needs and the organisational structure.
SJ sees record levels of passenger traffic in 2018
In comparison to 2017, Sweden’s national passenger operator saw a great increase in the number of passenger journeys in 2018.
CER General Assembly endorses new set of policy priorities
It will be on the basis of this policy agenda that the CER will engage with commissioners and members of the European Parliament during 2019.
MTR Nordic’s new app was specifically designed for train commuters
MTR created the app using a 4,000-strong passenger survey together with in-depth analysis of travel patterns and traffic disruptions.
Zonegreen urges depot operators to review earthing procedures
Zonegreen’s solutions are currently installed in facilities across the UK to offer protection against the risks posed by overhead lines.
Trump urged to put aside political differences with Governor Newsom to make U.S. HSR a reality
The Rail Passengers Association has stated that Trump’s latest move on high-speed rail breaks his campaign promises and Americans need Trump to fulfill his pledge to become an infrastructure president.
Catherine Trautmann receives the European Railway Award 2019
First organised in 2007, the European Railway Award celebrates and recognises the political and technical contributions of accomplished individuals to the rail sector.