Shift2Rail’s 2019 Call for Proposals has been published
With a total value of €920 million for the period 2014-2020, funded through the H2020 programme, Shift2Rail is promoting the competitiveness of the European rail industry.
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Hitachi to supply Taiwan Railways Administration with 600 EMUs
Hitachi will contribute to the further development of Taiwan's rail infrastructure, working in accordance to TRA’s renewal plan.
Following successful DAS testing, project SFERA moves into final stages
On the 25 October 2018, two driver advisory systems (DAS) were successfully tested on Thalys trains operating between Paris and Amsterdam. Now, the team behind project SFERA prepares to analyse the findings as the project nears completion.
Alstom to continue maintenance of Renfe’s high-speed and suburban trains
Renfe’s fleet maintenance for at least the next four years will be completed by Irvia, a joint venture owned by Alstom (51 per cent) and Renfe (49 per cent).
Eurotunnel calls for clarification on border control following Brexit vote
Eurotunnel is currently working to ensure that new post-Brexit border controls will have no significant impact on Tunnel traffic.
GoMedia provides UK rail passengers with on-board taxi-booking service
The passenger journey from the station to the final destination is now easier and simpler following GoMedia’s recent partnership.
Council and business leaders in North East England issue warning over HS2
It has been stressed that the East Coast Main Line needs significant investment to ensure that it is HS2-ready and that HS2 trains are able to reach the North East and beyond to Scotland.
Network Rail and train operating companies plan for harsh winter weather
Network Rail’s fleet of snow-and-ice-busting trains will travel the equivalent of six times around the world in the south east, anti-icing the rails to keep passengers moving.
The 500th Vectron locomotive is equipped with ETCS Level 2
Alstom has installed European Train Control System (ETCS) on Vectron locomotives for 37 different operators across Europe.
HS2 sets new benchmark in construction vehicle emission standards
All diesel HGVs working the length of the UK’s HS2 project will be powered by the cleanest available Euro VI engines – going beyond current standards set in the UK.
Trinity Metro’s TEXRail service to DFW Airport officially starts
TEXRail, connecting downtown Fort Worth to DFW, will operate seven days a week, with trains running every 30 minutes during peak hours.
First section of Dakar’s Regional Express Train is completed
For this project, ENGIE Ineo and Thales worked on the construction of rail electrification, revenue collection, signalling and telecommunication systems.
OTIF signs Memorandum of Understanding with UNESCAP
Both organisations are aware of the importance in avoiding duplication of work and providing maximum effective use of resources and experience.
RIA urges policymakers to press ahead with Crossrail 2 decision
Despite delays to Crossrail 1, policymakers are urged not to delay decisions on moving forward with future projects such as Crossrail 2.
Porterbrook leads postal train resurgence with Rail Operations Group
Growth in online shopping has led shipping firms to explore rail for their logistics chain, however a lack of suitable trains has so far caused a delay.