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SEPTA awards contract for modern Market-Frankford Line trains
SEPTA has awarded a $724.3 million contract to Hitachi Rail for 200 new trains to upgrade the Market-Frankford Line, with delivery starting in 2029 and full completion by 2031.
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Network Rail, LNER, CrossTech and Hitachi Rail collaborate on digital asset monitoring trial
The 12-month trial uses AI-equipped forward-facing CCTV cameras to enhance real-time digital asset monitoring and improve safety on the East Coast Main Line.
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New report advocates long-term planning for sustainable UK transport networks
A collaborative report emphasises the urgent need for strategic long-term planning to develop UK transport systems that are sustainable, reliable and accessible, encouraging more eco-friendly travel options.
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Brand new battery technology to be trialled on TransPennine train
24 May 2024 | By
Testing of the UK’s first intercity battery train commenced earlier today. The battery, which generates a peak power of more than 700kw, has now been successfully retrofitted onto a TransPennine Express ‘Nova 1’ train (five-carriage intercity Class 802), ahead of the trial on Transpennine routes this summer.
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3 out of 4 Londoners back increased funding for TfL
A new survey, commissioned by Hitachi Rail and undertaken by SavantaComres, has found that 75% of Londoners want increased TfL funding.
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Brits lead the way in choosing train over plane for long-distance travel
Brits are leading the way when it comes to choosing train over plane for long-distance travel, new polling has found.
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Hitachi Rail pioneers world first Social Product Declaration
Hitachi Rail have pioneered a world first Social Product Declaration (SDP) by tracking the social and ethical impact of their trains.
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Hitachi Rail Upgrades Interlocking System of Autonomous Rail
Hitachi Rail will soon commence the third and final stage of upgrading the interlocking system of Rio Tinto's autonomous heavy haul rail.
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Hitachi Rail Cleared for €1660 million Thales GTS Acquisition
Hitachi Rail has secured clearance from the European Commission for the €1660 million acquisition of Thales GTS.
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HS2 trains recognised for reduced carbon impact
HS2’s new high speed trains, which are set to run on the network within 10 years, have been recognised as the most environmentally-friendly in the world.
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Hitachi Rail’s groundbreaking smart digital transport app enters service in Genoa
Hitachi Rail’s world-first digital transport app enters full commercial service to connect Genoa’s entire public transport infrastructure.
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Tobu Railway begin operating Hitachi Rail’s SPACIA X trains
Tobi Railway are now operating Hitachi Rail’s new SPACIA X, which will reduce CO2 emissions by up to 40% compared to the current SPACIA.
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Hitachi Rail awarded contract to maintain TransPennine Express Nova 1
Hitachi Rail have been awarded an eight-year contract worth £240 million to maintain the TransPennine Express 19 ‘Nova 1’ intercity trains.
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First battery train in Europe completes phase one rollout
Hitachi Rail have completed phase one of production on the ground-breaking Masaccio train, the first European fleet able to operate on battery, electric and diesel power.
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Hitachi Rail sign €77 million framework agreement with SNCF
Hitachi Rail will provide bi-standard ERTMS/TVM for the TGV fleet operated by SNCF as part of the framework agreement.