Stadler’s automatic train protection system deployed in latest BLS fleet
For the first time in Switzerland, a large series of multiple units will be equipped with an ETCS automatic train protection system.
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UK’s Rail Delivery Group launches voice automated phone service for staff
The new voice automated phone service allows rail staff to call station ticket offices directly, helping to streamline processes for colleagues and assisting them to deliver on the industry’s commitment to increase customer satisfaction.
First ever impartial and independent Rail Ombudsman has been launched
"This independent ombudsman will make sure passengers are heard and that they get a fair deal when train companies fall short.”
Transport for the North launches smartcard project
Working in partnership with Northern and TransPennine Express, the Smart on Rail project is a crucial first step in the delivery of an integrated smart travel system for the whole of the North of England.
Västtrafik orders additional new high-speed trains
Following an initial order of 40 ZEFIRO Express trains in April 2018, Västtrafik have now triggered an option to purchase an additional five trains to operate in Sweden’s Västra Götaland region.
Wireless charging to world-debut on UK South Western Railway trains
A partnership will deliver the world’s first fully rail compliant inductive phone wireless charging system and will debut on refurbished rolling stock.
New BART app offers exclusive features for hassle-free travel
The BART app will combine comprehensive information and navigation into one unified platform with personalised preferences.
Moldovan Railways seeks to upgrade its existing fleet to haul freight trains
The locomotive kits will be produced in the U.S. in 2019 and then shipped for regional manufacturing, with anticipated final delivery in 2020.
Hello Paris consortium selected to operate CDG Express
A direct link will soon connect Paris Gare de l’Est and Paris-Charles de Gaulle, with trains specifically designed to supply comfort for airport clientele.
Partner needed to deliver digital transformation programme on ECML
The Railway Systems Integration Partner (RSIP) will be appointed via a framework contract worth up to £45 million over eight years.
UIC issues its yearly report on railway accidents in Europe
The number of rail accidents, the severity of collisions, and fatalities and injuries within Europe are recorded and analysed in the UIC’s safety report.
Hauts-de-France region orders 19 OMNEO Premium trains for intercity lines
The OMNEO Premium will provide approximately 25 per cent more seating capacity to intercity travellers between Paris and the Hauts-de-France region.
$272 million available for ‘state-of-good-repair’ rail projects
The funding is expected to assist U.S. projects in repairing, replacing or rehabilitating publicly-owned railroad assets.
Leeds Station to be transformed with multiple upgrades
Major investment in Leeds is set to continue after schemes to improve both train journeys and the look and feel of the station were announced.
Urban Transport Group investigates the benefit of locally-run rail stations
This project will take a case-study based approach to show how devolved authorities have made improvements to rail stations.
