High-speed rail leads California towards a sustainable transportation system
California High-Speed Rail Authority's recent report details all progress regarding sustainable operations and construction in high-speed rail.
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Operator of London Overground appoints Concession Transformation Director
Arriva Rail London has appointed an individual with nearly 30 years of experience in strategic and commercial management.
Indiana will soon see increased train capacity and bottlenecks eliminated
Passenger and freight services in Northwest Indiana will be improved with a new project set to cost $300 million and last two years.
More freight will soon be transported along Felixstowe branch line
Public safety will be greatly improved, and 10 additional freight trains will be able to operate, with Network Rail’s new bridge approved.
ÖBB and Siemens Mobility sign framework agreement for new passenger coaches
Rail customers in Austria will soon experience state-of-the-art comfort with an order worth over €1.5 billion confirmed.
Network Rail’s new storage facility will save £1.6 million in costs
The strategic new High Output warehouse will save Network Rail millions and improve the efficiency of the warehouse workers.
Greater Manchester railway to be safer and more reliable
Network Rail’s improvements are occurring across the country, striving towards a safe and reliable railway network for all passengers.
Government ministers and rail officials discuss Australia’s rail safety issues
To ensure safety levels remain a priority in the Australian rail network, government officials and industry leaders discuss new potential initiatives.
Great North Rail Project sees Network Rail invest £18 million in freight sidings
An £18 million investment in the Peak District’s railway is expected to benefit the environment, the economy and the regional road network.
Wales & Borders orders electric trains from Stadler Rail
Stadler CITYLINK tram-trains and FLIRT trains are set to become a familiar sight on the Wales & Borders and South Wales Metro services.
Latvian Railway announces tender for Phase 1 of electrification project
The three-phase programme was announced by LDZ and the Latvian Ports Transport and Logistics Council in November 2016 and will entail an investment of €1.3 billion.
Rail industry removes jargon to ensure customers pay the right fare
Customers have said that buying the right ticket can be confusing, so the rail industry will use clearer language to improve the system.
Network Rail’s plan to improve East Coast Main Line is approved
More services, new trains, reduced congestion and shorter journey times will be present on the rail network once Network Rail’s upgrades are complete.
Modern interiors of the new Acela Express fleet have been revealed
Amtrak is fitting their new fleet with modern Acela equipment, offering passengers contemporary accommodations and amenities.
Network Rail uses helicopters to improve the railway in the south
Inspecting the railway by air allows Network Rail to deliver improvements to performance, reliability and safety, without disrupting train services.
