UAE launch new national freight network
Etihad Rail and the United Arab Emirates have officially launched the new transnational freight train network.
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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.
GTR shares expertise in digital signalling with DB Cargo UK
As work continues on the East Coast Digital Programme, GTR is sharing its expertise in digital signalling with DB Cargo UK.
New Renfe Mercancías ‘Zero CO2’ locomotives take first trip in Asturias
The first commercial trip of the new Renfe Mercancías 'Zero CO2' locomotives, which are 100% electric, has taken place in Asturias.
Network Rail announces alliance partners for Southern Integrated Delivery portfolio 2024-2034
Network Rail have announced the four alliance partners who will form the Southern Integrated Delivery 2024-2034.
Siemens Mobility awarded service contract for Metrolinx
Siemens Mobility have been chosen by Metrolinx, Ontario’s local public operator, to provide maintenance services for the agency’s railway infrastructure system.
Midlands Rail Hub would cut 29.3m miles travelled by car per year
New research has shown that a rail enhancement project in Britain, the Midlands Rail Hub, would lead to 30 million more miles being travelled by passengers on the region’s trains each year.
First Flirt-type electric trains equipped with Alstom ETCS enter service in Hungary
Alstom’s project to equip 59 Flirt-type MÁV-START electric trains with ETCS Level 2 is expected to be complete in September 2023.
Fast-charging battery trial to resume after GWR agrees to purchase Vivarail assets
Great Western Railway has completed the purchase of a number of assets from Vivarail relating to the development of high-performance battery and FastCharge technology.
Images: Another step forward for East Coast Digital Programme
Network Rail have released new images showing crucial work on the billion-pound East Coast Digital Programme.
Stadler will produce and deliver Norway’s new long-distance trains
Stadler have been awarded a contract to produce and deliver 17 new long-distance trains for Norske tog AS in 2024.