Further measures focus on preventing rail fatalities on Australian network
ARA and TrackSAFE have backed the proposed measures to deter risky and dangerous behaviour on and around the Western Australia rail network…
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Demand surpasses capacity at InnoTrans 2018 by around 5,000m²
Space is in high demand for exhibitors at InnoTrans 2018, with so much interest confirming the decision to build a new hall for the trade fair in 2020…
New images highlight the progress of London’s Elizabeth line
The Crossrail project, delivered by Crossrail Limited and jointly sponsored by the Department for Transport and Transport for London, is expected to transform the network’s journeys throughout the capital city's centre...
UAE railway network scheduled for a notable expansion of 850km
Etihad Rail and Egis will work together in developing and improving the Emirates network, enhancing the Middle East’s rail growth and connections…
InnoTrans 2018: Keeping passengers happy by keeping it clean
A range of countries will demonstrate the innovations related to keeping train interiors and exteriors clean, therefore ensuring a satisfied passenger…
KeolisAmey has been chosen to operate Wales and Borders rail service
The Welsh train network will soon undergo a great transformation with a new operator chosen; improving the passenger experience and the connections across the country…
Four-day HackTrain hackathon: Destination InnoTrans
This year’s InnoTrans will feature its first ever hackathon: 80 innovators united for a four-day technology marathon aimed at advancing the digital rail revolution…
Associations will present the strengths of their countries’ rail industries
A total of 23 national and international associations from countries including Australia, Denmark, the UK, Romania, Sweden and the Czech Republic will be presenting their individual capabilities at InnoTrans 2018.
Improved services are on the way for Wellington commuters
The signing of a contract has confirmed the overhead line system along the Hutt Valley Line will be replaced and improved, ensuring better services and reduced disruptions…
Network Rail announces Andrew Haines OBE as new Chief Executive
Andrew Haines has had a wide ranging career in the rail industry and transport sector, and he will join Network Rail following completion of his current role as Chief Executive of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)...
Joint booths will present industry expertise at InnoTrans 2018
Joint booths are a fast and direct way for trade fair visitors to obtain in-depth information about industry-related offers and capabilities in a compact and comprehensive form…
First electric train travels between Birmingham and Bromsgrove
Ahead of full electric services being introduced later this summer, a West Midlands Railway train has made a historic journey in the UK to test newly installed overhead power lines...
NJ TRANSIT deploys new fare collection technology on trains
NJ Transit has announced it is launching a pilot programme in which select train crews will use handheld mobile devices to scan and validate tickets...
Rail Accident Investigation Branch publishes 2017 Annual Report
The UK's Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has published its Annual Report for the calendar year 2017, listing some of the key outputs and the recurrent safety issues giving cause for concern...
Rio Tinto granted approval for autonomous operation
Rio Tinto’s AutoHaul project has progressed further and once all trains are autonomous, it will be the world’s first heavy haul, long distance autonomous operation…