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OFF THE RAILS: Worldline’s Martin Howell
This week's 'Off the Rails' features Worldline's Martin Howell, who I interviewed at Transport Ticketing Global 2024, earlier this month.
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The rail industry is harnessing innovative digital solutions that can benefit the railway sector. A world in which trains are never late and rail travel is cheaper, safer and more efficient is on the horizon thanks to radical innovation and technology that has marked the next stage of rail’s digital revolution.
What are the trends and challenges in rail digitalisation and how is the industry moving forward to embrace and adopt solutions?
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OFF THE RAILS: GBRTT’s Emily Lightowler
In this week's 'Off the Rails', I spoke to GBRTT's Programme Director in Business Planning and Financial Planning, Emily Lightowler.
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First electric train completes test run between Manchester and Stalybridge
The first electric train of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) has completed its test run between Manchester and Stalybridge.
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SYSTRA expands its footprint in Newcastle upon Tyne
The engineering and consulting group SYSTRA, which focuses on the transport and mobility sector, are expanding its footprint in Newcastle.
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Expert View: Cyber-Security In or Out?
As part of our first issue of 2024, Global Railway Review caught up with Matt Simpson, Director at AtkinsRealis to discuss the importance of in-house cyber security skills.
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In-Depth Focus: Leveraging Digital Twins
19 February 2024 | By
This In-depth Focus feature delves into the concept of the digital twin which has considerably increased relevance in the realm of railway operations today. Railways worldwide are embracing digital twin technology, creating a virtual representation of their assets, such as tracks, trains, and signalling systems, to optimise operations and enhance…
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Vecow Embedded Computer Suits Digital Rail Applications
From afar, you may not notice a big difference between the railroad cars today and those that ran down the track a couple of decades ago. However, you can be assured that when you peel back the skin, there are massive differences that have occurred, specifically with respect to the…
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Global Railway Review Issue 1 2024
14 February 2024 | By
Welcome to our first edition of 2024! This year marks a significant milestone for Global Railway Review as we proudly celebrate our 30th anniversary. In this issue of Global Railway Review we feature articles from industry experts on a range of topics from Freight Rail to changes to Regulations and…
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Video Interview with Nomad Digital’s John Voyatzis
12 February 2024 | By
Global Railway Review's Emily Budgen caught up with Nomad Digital's Sales Director for North America, John Voyatzis, to discuss Nomad's vision for connected trains of the future and how they are developing their offering in the North American region.
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Alstom has successfully equipped 59 electric trains with its on-board signalling solution for MAV-START
Alstom have successfully equipped 59 electric trains with its proven onboard signalling, as part of their fleet modernisation scheme.
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CargoBeamer expands network connecting Bari to Domodossola and Kaldenkirchen
European intermodal freight company CargoBeamer have expanded their network across Bari, in Italy, to Domodossola and Kaldenkirchen.
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Is the Rail Industry ready for ‘Mag-stripe Zero’?
5 February 2024 | By Global Railway Review, sponsored by Vix Technology
Watch this webinar to hear from top industry ticketing experts as they discuss the opportunities, pros and cons of ‘mag-stripe zero’ and the impacts it could have on the wider rail industry.
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Ambitious 2024 initiatives propel Amtrak ridership growth
American rail operating company Amtrak have published an innovative plan to further boost their ridership in 2024.
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Ford & Stanley Director predicts 2024 trends for the rail industry
Ford & Stanley Director, Dan Taylor, has published his predictions for the rail industry for 2024.
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Siemens Mobility supplies 75 Mireo trains for Leipzig
Siemens Mobility has received an order for 75 regional trains, with a volume of approximately €500 million.