UK’s Crossrail project secures additional financing package
The government remains committed to the completion of the project, in a way that is fair to UK taxpayers, and enables London to bear the additional costs.
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New Stadler trains for Liverpool City Region reach important stage
Next stage in production of Stadler trains for Liverpool City Region successfully completed as client, Merseytravel, approves bogies.
New partnership aims to enhance real-time passenger information
This new agreement confirms a collaboration for industry-leading, developed and real-time passenger information systems.
Busiest station in Britain retains its title for 15th year in a row
Waterloo is the busiest station in Britain for the 15th consecutive year, despite the total number of passenger entries and exits falling by five million to 94.4 million.
Israel Railway’s fleet to be equipped with ETCS Level 2 technology
ETCS Level 2 safely optimises line capacity by anticipating and adapting the speed of the trains through continuous train control and supervision via a radio-based signalling system.
New digital systems to transform Sydney’s rail network
The integration of digital systems on Sydney’s rail network is one step closer after NSW government sign a $16 million contract.
Translink signs £50 million contract with CAF for 21 new train carriages
The DfI has invested £50 million in new carriages to provide additional capacity, enhance passenger experience and encourage the switch to public transport.
Arriva begins new rail contract in southern Sweden
“Through the new contract, passengers will benefit from new trains, better connections and improved service information.”
UK government and rail industry agree on a Rail Sector Deal
The UK’s rail network supports people getting to work, enables businesses to access the talent they need to grow, and moves goods across the country.
Consultation confirms support for new rail link to Heathrow from the West
Following a public consultation, 72 per cent of respondents support the potential new rail link from Reading and Slough to London Heathrow Airport.
The first Mireo train for the Rhine Valley has been presented
Overall, the new trains will enable energy consumption to be reduced by approximately 25 per cent compared to older trains.
Crossrail and HS2 Chairman, Terry Morgan, steps down
Sir Terry Morgan's resignation from Chairman of Crossrail Ltd and HS2 Ltd has been accepted by the Transport Secretary.
Kosovo secures further funding for its only international rail link
The Kosovo Rail Route 10 project is part of the Western Balkans core railway network, an extension of the Trans-European Transport Networks, which is part of the EU’s wider efforts to promote transport connectivity in the Western Balkans.
Business South welcomes South Western Railway into Champion programme
South Western Railway becomes a ‘Champion’ within Business South’s network of 200, focusing on supporting the economic development of the South.
First contract awards for multi-billion-pound work bank in CP6 announced
The tender and procurement process for CP6 has been intentionally phased to help improve efficiency for both Network Rail and the supply chain.
