TransPennine route to be the first digital intercity rail line in the UK
The government has announced plans for Britain’s first digitally controlled intercity rail line as it invests £13 billion in improving journeys across the North.
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Siemens and Alstom join forces
Siemens and Alstom have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to combine Siemens' mobility business including its rail traction drives business, with Alstom, with the corporate name of the combined group being be Siemens Alstom.
Hong Kong Chief Executive Mrs Carrie Lam visits MTR Crossrail in London
The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong administration has met with MTR Crossrail officials to hear how the new service is transforming rail services for passengers in London.
Siemens appoints new head of US and Canada Mobility Division
Siemens has named Marc Buncher as President of its Mobility Division in the U.S. and Canada.
SJ announces global tender for 30 new high-speed trains
The board of SJ has announced it is to initiate the procurement of 30 new high-speed trains at the estimated cost of SKr 5-6 billion.
Grand Central Rail releases new e-ticketing service
Grand Central Rail, which provides a direct train service from London to Yorkshire and the North East, has released a new e-ticketing service.
Swedish Transport Administration puts in plans to prevent autumn train damage
During the autumn, rail traffic can suffer from disturbances due to slippery tracks, so the Swedish Transport Administration is putting in plans to limit this damage.
The greatest show yet
Railway Interiors Expo heads to Prague, Czech Republic, on 14-15 November 2017, to provide a vital showcase of all the latest and next-generation railcar interior developments.
moBiel launch new ticket vending machines from Scheidt & Bachmann
moBiel has successfully started the installation of approximately 100 new ticket vending machines in Bielefeld, Germany.
Virgin Trains customers can now bid for last minute first class upgrades
Virgin Trains customers can now bid on last minute upgrades for first class tickets on east coast services via upgrade app Seatfrog.
New Managing Director of Bombardier Transportation in India appointed
Bombardier Transportation has announced that Sudhir Rao is to assume the role of Managing Director at Bombardier Transportation in India.
Transport Focus to sit on Network Rail supervisory boards
Passenger representatives, Transport Focus, will now sit on Network Rail supervisory boards overseeing the running of both track and train across large swathes of the country.
Plans to modernise customer service on the London Overground announced
London Overground’s operators, Transport for London (TfL) and Arriva Rail London (ARL), have announced plans to review and modernise customer service on London Overground.
MRCE orders Vectron locomotives
Mitsui Rail Capital Europe (MRCE), a full-service locomotive leasing company, has ordered 30 Vectron locomotives from Siemens in a contract that also includes the option for an additional 20 locomotives.
Virgin Trains’ Pendolino has been given a new look
Virgin Trains’ Pendolino has a new look as part of a fleet repaint programme.
