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.
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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.
ARTC to use solar signalling system on Inland Rail
Following a successful trial, the ARTC have approved the rollout of the solar powered signalling unit at a further 82 sites across the Inland Rail programme between Queensland and NSW.
UK Transport Secretary gives update on HS2 project delivery
Transport Secretary, Mark Harper, has revealed that the next two years will be used to rephase HS2 construction and optimise future delivery of Phase 2a between Birmingham and Crewe.
The Railway Industry Association launches RailDecarb23
The RIA have launched RailDecarb23, a campaign calling on the UK Government to accelerate plans to decarbonise rail.
Metrolinx identify new location for GO layover facility
The new location for the Go layover facility was selected by Metrolinx to optimise services and support the GO Expansion.
Images: Amtrak begin B&P tunnel replacement programme
Amtrak's B&P Tunnel Replacement Programme aims to boost future train speed, capacity and ride quality on the Northeast Corridor.
Customers to see new and improved information screens across Northern network
230 display screens are being installed at 93 stations across the Northern network to improve customer information.
Southeastern celebrate International Women’s Day
Southeastern are embracing equity and challenging gender stereotypes to celebrate International Women’s Day 2023.
Siemens Mobility to invest $220 million into North Carolina rail manufacturing facility
Siemens Mobility are building a $220 million manufacturing and rail services facility in North Carolina which is estimated to create more than 500 jobs by 2028.