Metrolink’s new Tier 4 clean locomotives enter service
Metrolink’s new Tier 4 locomotive, the cleanest fuel-powered locomotive in the US, has made its debut in passenger service.
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New Intercity Express trains launched
Great Western Railway’s brand new Intercity Express Train has carried passengers for the first time, marking the next stage in the biggest fleet upgrade on the Great Western in 40 years.
Equipped for the future with an Integrated Control System
The German infrastructure manager DB Netz AG is currently piloting its new control system in Duisburg. Dr. Christian Gruß, Head of the companies Traffic Management and Operations division, highlights in an interview whether the nationwide roll-out of the first stage of development is on track for 2020...
Production at India’s first electric locomotive manufacturing facility commences
Located at Madhepura, in the state of Bihar, India’s first electric locomotive manufacturing facility has commenced production by Alstom.
Virgin Group invests in Hyperloop One
Hyperloop One has announced that the Virgin Group has invested in the company to form a global strategic partnership, with Richard Branson joining the board of directors.
UK government announces a £48 billion investment into Britain’s railways
Transport Secretary, Chris Grayling, has unveiled the latest stage in the government’s investment into Britain’s railways, announcing that £48 billion will be spent on the network over a five-year period.
New report states that proposed Amtrak cuts would cost the US economy billions
A new report from the National Association of Railroad Passengers has revealed that cutting train services across the US would affect low income households in rural communities.
New passenger locomotive unveiled for Azerbaijan Railways
Azerbaijan’s new passenger locomotive, the Prima M4, has been unveiled by its manufacturer, Alstom.
Boost in services on UK East Coast route
The biggest boost to Saturday services in 25 years will happen this December on the UK’s East Coast route, as part of a £140 million investment by Virgin Trains.
New 300,000 square metre rail maintenance depot opened in Milan
A new 300,000 square metre rail maintenance depot has been opened by Bombardier Transportation in Melzo, Italy in the Rail Hub Milano (RHM) logistics district.
Trainline adds new languages and websites
Trainline, the independent digital rail platform, has announced new digital initiatives that will allow customers around the world to purchase train tickets in their own language.
New report outlines the benefits of high-speed and intercity passenger rail projects in the US
A new report released by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) provides a framework for assessing the return on investment associated with high-speed and intercity passenger rail projects.
UK government to invest £80 million into smart rail ticketing
The UK government has set out details of its £80 million programme to introduce smart ticketing across England and Wales by the end of 2018.
West Yorkshire’s ‘game changing’ multi-operator smart ticketing app released
MCard, West Yorkshire’s multi-operator smartcard ticketing scheme, has released an android app that customers can use to buy and then load tickets.
Transport Secretary opens new rail academy
Transport Secretary, Chris Grayling, has opened in a new rail academy in the North West of England, which is due to train 500 apprentices over the next five years.