RIA: Government should seize opportunity to grow passenger rail
The Railway Industry Association (RIA) have issued a reaction to the Steer consultancy report, urging the government to grow passenger rail.
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Northern using AI to trial British Sign Language announcements on trains
The UK operator Northern have started using artificial intelligence (AI) to trial British Sign Language (BSL) on their trains.
ATSB: Train collision highlights responsibility of drivers and operators
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) have issued their report on a fatal collision, arguing for shared responsibility.
Good News Friday: A weekly roundup of positive rail news!
In this week's Good News Friday, read about Lumo's celebration of National Stottie Week, Todmorden's volunteers and QTS' work with SBH!
ABB to acquire SEAM Group to expand electrification service offering
ABB are set to acquire SEAM Group, an asset management company, in order to expand their offering of electrification services.
Australasia rail industry launches strategy for young professionals
The Australasian rail industry body, the ARA, have launched a new strategy to help young professionals in the sector.
Rail Partners launches manifesto for rail – a five point plan
Rail Partners have launched their manifesto for rail, titled 'the best of both worlds', a five point plan to achieve rail reform.
Alpha Trains’ net-zero target validated by the SBTI
Alpha Trains' net-zero targets have been validated by Science Backed Targets Initiatives (SBTI), as part of their carbon-free dynamism.
Agreed TEN-T guidelines miss ERTMS on-board strategy
The ERFA have welcomed the new guidelines for ERTMS, ahead of the European Parliamentary elections, but say that more attention must be paid.
Rail Baltica’s role in shaping the future of freight logistics
Rail Baltica's freight plan had a starring role in the Finnish Association of Purchasing and Logistics (LOGY)'s event earlier this month.
COMMENT: London TravelWatch Chief Exec Michael Roberts
London TravelWatch Chief Executive Michael Roberts has issued a comment on the naming of the London Overground services by TfL.
Seven new activities added to the 2024 Big Rail Diversity Challenge
Women in Rail's flagship event, The Big Rail Diversity Challenge (BRDC), has widened with seven new challenges.
Andrew Brady announced as External Relations Vice President by Union Pacific
Union Pacific have announced Andrew Brady as their Vice President of External Relations, following Printz Bolin's retirement.
Siemens’ flexible leasing model for regional trains
Siemens have recently introduced a new leasing scheme for their regional trains, allowing customers to have a battery or electric fleet.
“We’re NOT playing cupid” – Northern’s new Duo tickets
On Valentine's Day, Northern's Mark Powles has assured customers that the new duo ticketing system does not rely on romance.