EU announce €600 million grant for Serbia rail modernisation
The €600 million European Union grant will help to modernise the railways in Serbia and improve Serbia's connectivity with other European rail networks.
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Multi-million-pound Ebbw Vale upgrade continues
Network Rail are continuing the multi-million-pound Ebbw Vale upgrade with platform construction work at both Llanhilleth and Newbridge stations.
EC approves €1.1 billion German scheme to support operators using electric traction
The European Commission has approved a €1.1 billion German scheme to compensate rail transport operators using electric traction.
Analysis finds that rail freight could boost UK economy by £5.2bn annually by 2050
Analysis commissioned by Rail Partners has shown that if rail freight is trebled by 2050 the sector will deliver nearly £5.2bn in economic benefits.
Video: Work begins at new Leven station site
As part of the £116 million Scottish Government funded Levenmouth Rail Link project, work has started on the new Leven station.
Innovative trial at station increases recycling rate for customer waste
Northern’s Bradford station has seen an increase in the amount of waste recycled thanks to an innovative new trial.
GCRE welcome first round of railway construction innovation funding
The Global Centre of Rail Excellence has welcomed the first round of projects set to benefit from railway construction innovation funding.
Images: Network Rail to upgrade track in 175-year-old Staffordshire tunnel
Network Rail are investing £2 million in a reliability upgrade for track in a 175-year-old Staffordshire tunnel.
Network Rail helps Ukraine rebuild
Network Rail have supplied eight railway bridges and 30 bridge support tower and tunnel repair systems to support rail colleagues in Ukraine.
UAE launch new national freight network
Etihad Rail and the United Arab Emirates have officially launched the new transnational freight train network.
Arriva Group wins new rail contract in the Netherlands
The win for rail services in the east of the Netherlands will strengthen its position as the largest privately operated regional train operator in the country.
ÖBB unveil modernisation plans for Summerau station
ÖBB have released plans for renovation work at Summerau station which includes raising platforms to enable stepless access to the train for passengers.
Northern see decrease in penalty fares issued since Gov fine increase
Northern have seen a 10% reduction in the number of penalty fares issued since the UK government increased the fine to £100.
Brightline West announce landmark agreement with High-Speed Rail Labor Coalition
Brightline West have signed an MOU with the High-Speed Rail Labor Coalition prioritising skilled labour for the high-speed rail system.
Indian Railways receives 500th diesel-electric locomotive from Wabtec
The locomotive delivery marks a huge milestone in the ‘Make in India’ programme to develop and supply 1,000 fuel-efficient Evolution Series locomotives for Indian Railways.