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.
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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.
High Speed Rail Group appoints ex-HS1 Chief as Chair
The former Chief of HS1 Ltd, Dyan Perry (nee Crowther), has been appointed Chair of the High Speed Rail Group (HSRG).
Norfolk Southern completes $1 billion infrastructure improvements in 2023
Norfolk Southern have completed infrastructure works and developments worth $1 billion, over the course of 2023.
Hull Trains launches independent Arup report into its regional benefits
A recent report has found that the work by Hull Trains has had a positive economic impact on the regional community.
Alstom signs €150 million contract for 16 electric locomotives in Romania
Alstom have secured a major contract worth €150 million for a rollingstock order. They will provide 16 electric locomotives to the ARF.