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High-speed railways provide an efficient mode of transport, but they are highly complex systems and must combine various elements if they are to operate successfully.
Our high-speed rail content explores projects currently under construction, projects at planning stages and how their vision is taking shape, the funding and financial issues around building new high-speed lines, the importance of understanding what passengers want from high-speed rail services, and how established high-speed lines can help boost economies.
In the latest instalment of Global Railway Review's 'The people behind the wheel' series, Jorge Maroto, Managing Director of Metro de Sevilla, discusses his leadership role, the challenges of modernising urban transport, and his commitment to sustainability and innovation in shaping the future of rail.
Dr. Alberto Mazzola called for a European high-speed rail master plan by 2050 to connect capitals and major cities, benefiting over 60% of EU citizens and generating €750 billion in societal value.
The Rail Baltica Task Force met in Brussels to assess the project's advancements and reaffirm commitment to completing the high-speed rail corridor by 2030, with a focus on cross-border co-operation and EU support.
Hitachi Rail marked a major milestone in UK rail transformation with the delivery of its 300th train, highlighting 15 years of innovation, reliability and industry partnerships.
The Railway Industry Association has urged Chancellor Rachel Reeves to prioritise rail investment in the upcoming Budget, highlighting its importance for job creation, economic growth and the UK's industrial strategy.
The California High-Speed Rail Authority and Brisbane have settled key issues, paving the way for rail expansion and environmental improvements in the Baylands.
The HS2 project has completed its first viaduct in Northamptonshire, marking a key milestone in the construction of the high-speed rail line set to connect London and the North.
Transport experts and campaigners are urging the UK government to take immediate steps to enhance the HS2 rail network by advancing critical projects in London and Staffordshire.
HS1 has earned ISO 55001 certification for its 109-kilometer high-speed rail line and four stations, including St Pancras International, highlighting strong operational and safety performance.
Rail Baltica is advancing its development by exploring a Public-Private Partnership model, inspired by the success of the Porto-Lisbon High-Speed Rail project, to enhance financing and reduce state budget burdens.
Rail Baltica welcomed students from Riga Business School’s Future Changemakers Academy for a two-day event, offering insights into sustainable transportation and the project's regional impact.
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.
The Centralny Port Komunikacyjny has announced a tender for a 4.6km high-speed rail tunnel in Łódź, marking the third major contract for its most advanced rail project, with two other contracts already underway.
Renfe has announced the establishment of a new branch in the United Arab Emirates to enhance its involvement in the country's ambitious railway projects and strengthen its competitive position in the region.
The California State Transportation Agency and High-Speed Rail Authority have renewed their agreement with FRA to continue streamlining federal environmental review processes for the state's high-speed rail projects.
