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…
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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…
MTR increases UK footprint with global revenue growth
With positive financial results from 2017 and many awards obtained, London Crossrail operator, MTR, continues to expand its UK operations…
HS2 donates funding of £450,000 for community project
The build of a new community woodland hub has been confirmed for Buckinghamshire with the contribution from HS2 government funding…
HS4Air: A new railway proposal revealed for South East England
A new railway route has been proposed by London firm Expedition, creating a high-speed railway version of the M25, connecting both Gatwick and Heathrow airports…
$450 million is being invested into Texas transportation infrastructure
Union Pacific Railroad has confirmed a private investment to improve and strengthen the transportation infrastructure in Texas; continuing to help reduce traffic on the highways…
US rail-crossing safety campaign costing $4.3 million is launched
The United States of America and Federal Railroad Administrator, Ronald Batory, have identified safety in the rail sector to be a consistent focus within their work…
New rail link forms part of Australian Government’s aerotropolis commitment
The Turnbull and Berejiklian governments and eight Western Sydney councils have recently agreed on this ‘landmark’ Western Sydney City Deal two years after it was first put forward…
Free Wi-Fi is now available on Southeastern trains
Southeastern railway are focusing on improving the quality of their journeys to increase passenger satisfaction, which includes the implementation of new free Wi-Fi on all their trains…
GE Transportation joins Blockchain in Transport Alliance
Seeking to advance the exploration of technology applications and leverage the potential of blockchain across the supply chain, GE Transportation joins BiTA…
PESA has announced the signing of a loan agreement
A loan from a group of banks for PESA has been confirmed, enabling the company to agree on contracts and gather new orders…
Siemens’ new rail factory planned for Goole, UK
East Yorkshire, UK, has been selected as the proposed site for Siemens’ new factory, representing a major investment in British manufacturing that would bring thousands of jobs to the area…
UK Transport Secretary commits to delivering a modern railway resilient to extreme weather
Chris Grayling is implementing many improvements in the south west region, including more peak time seats and precautions against extreme weather…