UIC and UITP sign a Memorandum of Understanding in Barcelona
Both companies believe joint initiatives are vital in facilitating the international movement of goods and services and ensuring effective harmonisation in the rail sector…
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Mathew Sturges announced as new FRA Deputy Administrator
The U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao has announced that Mathew Sturges has been appointed Deputy Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
First commercial Hyperloop system has been agreed upon in the UAE
The Hyperloop concept continues to tunnel closer to reality, with the recent agreement to build a commercial system in the UAE a positive step forward…
Mobile ticketing now available on Great Western Railway
Tickets can now be purchased on smartphones or tablets across the GWR network, following their ticketing system upgrade…
First Nova 1 bullet train en route to the UK after leaving Japan
TransPennine Express is introducing three fleets of new trains, including 19 new five-carriage trains harnessing Japanese bullet train technology, which will enter service in 2019…
Metra has launched an $84.8 million network-wide improvement plan
Including improvements on crossings, signalling technology, bridges, stations and railroad ties, Metra is spending nearly $85 million on ensuring their transportation service is of high quality…
Opening of Connecticut’s Hartford Line service has been scheduled
The new rail service will not only transform the region’s transportation network but also marks the beginning of intense economic development…
GB Railfreight chooses Alstom for the maintenance of Caledonian Sleepers
Alstom will provide full maintenance support for Class 92 locomotives, securing employment for a production team at their Wembley Depot...
Slovenia’s contract for a brand-new fleet is awarded to Stadler
The new regional trains offer plenty of seats, extra amenities and storage space for equipment and luggage, demonstrating a will to make rail transport attractive for all…
Auburn’s Grade Crossing Protective Fund grants have been approved
Following the city's request, more than $30,000 for rail crossing safety has been granted to Auburn, meaning the illumination, visibility and overall safety of the crossings will be improved…
£115 million contract for ‘On Track Machines’ awarded to Balfour Beatty
Balfour Beatty has been awarded the £115 million contract from Network Rail for the supply, operation and maintenance of On Track Machines...
VIA Rail Canada launches RFQ for manufacturer of new fleet
The fleet renewal is part of VIA Rail's transformation plan to lead Canadians towards a more sustainable future with an improved transport network…
New Caledonian Sleeper trains are now being tested in the UK
The introduction of new trains summarises a wide range of improvements and investments into Caledonian Sleepers since Serco took over the franchise on behalf of the Scottish Government in April 2015…
The first two new Bombardier TRAXX locomotives arrive in the Czech Republic
The new vehicles will assist the operator, RegioJet, in continuing the improvements across their railway network; increasing the frequency and reliability of the train services…
PORR consortium wins contract for Austria’s largest tunnelling project
The PORR-Hinteregger consortium will be responsible for building the lot H51 Pfons-Brenner section in collaboration with Italian joint venture partners Società Italiana per Condotte d’Acqua and Itinera...
