9 August 2024
KiwiRail’s new footage highlights urgent need for railway safety awareness
A newly released video of a train collision emphasises the urgent need for heightened awareness and personal responsibility at railway level crossings.
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8 August 2024
Community of Madrid to invest €100.7 million in platform screen doors for Metro Line 6
The Community of Madrid will invest €100.7 million to install platform screen doors on Metro Line 6, enhancing safety, efficiency and paving the way for automation.
8 August 2024
Norfolk Southern welcomes new Chief Information and Digital Officer
Norfolk Southern has appointed Anil Bhatt as Executive Vice President and Chief Information and Digital Officer, where he will spearhead technology initiatives to enhance safety, operational efficiency, and customer service.
8 August 2024
Scotland’s Railway unveils ambitious five-year Climate Action Plan
Scotland’s Railway has launched a five-year Climate Action Plan, aiming to significantly reduce emissions and enhance resilience against climate change across its network.
8 August 2024
Minimal disruption to Anglia rail network over August 2024 bank holiday
The majority of the Anglia rail network will remain open during the August bank holiday, with only minor disruptions expected due to essential engineering work and in-train testing on some routes.
7 August 2024
PBH Rail Group expands Civil Engineering division with key appointments
PBH Rail Group has appointed Steve Scott as Technical Director and Lin Lee as Principal Geotechnical Engineer to strengthen its newly launched Civil Engineering division.
7 August 2024
Team registration opens for tenth annual Big Rail Diversity Challenge 2025
Team registration is open for the tenth annual Big Rail Diversity Challenge on 25 June 2025, at Newark Showground, featuring popular and new activities to promote diversity in the rail industry.
7 August 2024
TfL launches new phase of step-free access projects on London Underground
TfL has begun design work to add step-free access to three London Underground stations and is assessing seven more, aiming for 50% of stations to be step-free by 2030.
6 August 2024
Rail Delivery Group report reveals why trains are the smart choice for summer travel
The Rail Delivery Group’s latest report reveals that choosing trains over flights for domestic journeys this summer can save significant money and reduce environmental impact.
6 August 2024
DB Cargo UK transitions to renewable fuel for Drax Group Transport
DB Cargo UK has switched all trains servicing Drax Group to Hydro-treated Vegetable Oil, significantly reducing carbon emissions and supporting the UK's renewable energy goals.
6 August 2024
Tunnelling and rail infrastructure in focus at InnoTrans 2024
InnoTrans 2024 highlights the critical role of tunnelling in sustainable rail transport, featuring innovative solutions and projects like the Brenner Base Tunnel, the world's longest underground rail link.
6 August 2024
Network Rail announces £12.5 million escalator upgrade for Merseyrail network
Network Rail is investing £12.5 million to replace 14 aging escalators across Liverpool Lime Street, Moorfields, James Street and Hamilton Square, with the project set to conclude by 2027.
5 August 2024
Norfolk Southern invests over $200 million in Alabama rail line expansion
Norfolk Southern Corporation is investing over $200 million to expand Alabama's 3B Corridor, enhancing capacity and efficiency to support regional economic growth and global supply chain demands.
5 August 2024
Alstom deploys upgraded trains on Singapore’s Bukit Panjang LRT line
Alstom has launched the first two upgraded trains on Singapore’s Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit line, initiating the progressive delivery of a new advanced transportation system.
5 August 2024
TfL reveals DLR extension plans, earning strong public support
TfL has unveiled plans for a new DLR extension from Gallions Reach to Thamesmead, which has received widespread public support and promises significant economic and housing benefits.
