ARA welcomes government agreements to Inland Rail project
The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) has welcomed the Commonwealth and the Victorian Government’s Bilateral Agreement in relation to the Inland Rail project.
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€500 million rail plan to transform Portugal’s maritime trade and export
A new €500 million rail project stretching across Iberia is set to transform Portuguese maritime trade and export, according to Blue Atlantic Industrial and Logistics Park.
Bombardier secures contract extension to maintain trains for London Overground
Bombardier Transportation has been awarded a seven year contract extension by TfL to service Electrostar trains operating on the London Overground network.
ORR continues its investigation of ticket vending machines with new market study
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has today launched a market study into the supply of ticket vending machines and automatic ticket gates in a bid to enhance the value of the technology for rail companies and passengers.
Network Rail invites bids for large-scale infrastructure contracts for next ten years
The infrastructure company that owns, manages and develops Britain’s railway, has begun the process to let the next generation of track infrastructure contracts.
Solihull’s planned HS2 Interchange station receives generous funding
The potential hub would put the West Midlands at the heart of the HS2 network, not only boosting rail capacity and improving journeys, but also providing thousands of new jobs and homes in the surrounding area …
Infrastructure investments awarded to 41 projects in 43 U.S. states
Numerous grants have been awarded across the United States to infrastructure projects which will positively affect the nation, a region or a metropolitan area…
Great Northern and Southern are driving a change in the rail industry
Some 2018 trainee classes in Govia Thameslink Railway have a 50:50 gender split; a brilliant step in the right direction towards making the railway sector less male-dominated…
Most powerful all-electric ‘Make In India’ locomotive completed by Alstom
In line with the Government’s and Indian Railways’ target towards 100 per cent electrification the new locomotives will bring down operating costs and significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions…
Government confirms to improve Australia’s rail connections
The Government of the Commonwealth of Australia has agreed to focus on optimising the rail infrastructure across Australia, providing faster train services and a more enjoyable passenger experience…
Virgin Trains has employed a new People Executive Director to its board
Natasha Grice, with years of experience from various departments in Virgin Trains, will become the company’s new People Executive Director…
First new Class 195 Northern train heads for track testing
Northern continues its work to improve customer journeys across the north of England, reaching the track testing stage for the first time with the new trains…
Crossrail Chief Executive, Andrew Wolstenholme, to step down
Simon Wright will combine the roles of Programme Director and Chief Executive, ensuring the remaining phase of Crossrail’s work is completed accurately…
Renfe has received a UK pre-qualification passport
The PQQ passport allows Renfe to express an interest for any future franchise competition in the most competitive market in Europe…
Digital rail revolution in Germany with innovative interlocking technology
The installation of new digital interlockings marks the beginning of a new generation with intelligent field elements, reduced costs and high-quality safety standards…