voestalpine Railway Systems secures major high-speed contract in Great Britain
voestalpine Railway Systems is supplying a comprehensive package from its railway portfolio for the construction of Britain's new high-speed railway line.
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Avanti West Coast contract extended for six months following recent service improvements
Following six months of significant progress, the UK Government have extended Avanti West Coast’s contract until 15 October 2023.
IcoShape: Icomera’s data traffic management service
Icomera’s user-friendly data traffic management solution, IcoShape, allows railway operators to better control their data costs, optimise the quality of service, and improve passenger satisfaction.
High-speed rail progress continues to boost California economy, report shows
The California High-Speed Rail Authority’s latest Economic Analysis Report shows that investment in the high-speed rail project is lifting California’s economy and contributing to economic benefits across the state.
HS2 delivers £1.7bn boost to West Midlands businesses, report reveals
A new report released by HS2 Ltd outlines the economic benefits delivered by Britian's new high-speed rail project so far across the West Midlands.
Canadian Pacific-Kansas City Southern merger officially approved
The decision approving the CP and KCS merger authorises the two railways to combine to form Canadian Pacific Kansas City; the first single-line railway connecting the U.S., Mexico and Canada.
ÖBB orders additional 27 modern electric trainsets
Austria's national rail company, ÖBB, has ordered additional Siemens Desiro ML electric trainsets for inner-Alpine local and regional services, beginning in 2025.
Historic MoU signed to advance U.S. high-speed rail
California and Southern Nevada Building Trades have committed to constructing America’s first true high-speed rail system connecting Las Vegas and Southern California, Brightline West.
South Western Railway to install lifesaving defibrillators at all of its staffed stations
154 South Western Railway stations are to have publicly accessible defibrillators installed by the end of the summer.
Avanti West Coast introduces innovative ticket for flexible travel
Avanti West Coast are offering a new low-cost ticket aimed at customers who can be more flexible with their journeys.
WATCH: History made as Brightline becomes fastest train in Florida
After reaching speeds of 130mph during testing, Brightline is now officially the fastest train in Florida and Southeastern United States. Watch the video here of this historic moment.
Alpha Trains and RTSU sign agreement for Stadler locomotives
Rail & Truck Strait Union and Alpha Trains have signed a long-term finance lease agreement to develop the Algeciras-Zaragoza rail highway with Stadler locomotives.
Virginia Passenger Rail Authority announce record ridership
The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority have announced a record January ridership of 87,300 on the Commonwealth’s Amtrak service.
Amtrak and SRC seek federal funds for new long distance service
Amtrak are partnering with the Southern Rail Commission to apply for federal funds for a new service across Mississippi and Louisiana to Texas.
SNCF to explore if MagRail technology can improve rail capacity
SNCF are to explore possibilities to increase the efficiency and capacity of the French rail network with MagRail.