news
Norfolk Southern to improve access to transload facilities with Commtrex
The partnership with Commtrex will help transload customers to easily identify facilities served by Norfolk Southern, increasing access to shipping by rail.
List view / Grid view
Passenger Experience/Satisfaction
news
RIA warn 900 days of no RNEP is causing uncertainty with projects
The RIA has called for the DfT to publish the RNEP, which has not been updated in 900 days despite the government committing to annually update it.
news
Renfe to remodel 14 Alvia S-730 trains
Renfe is going to invest more than €11 million in the remodelling of 14 Alvia S-730 trains, improving the interior design and comfort of passengers inside the trains.
news
ORR publish safety report for Hitachi Rail’s Class 800 series
Following safety issues that lead to the withdrawal of Hitachi Rail’s Class 800 series trains in May 2021, ORR have published a safety review with several recommendations.
news
ÖBB order 41 new KISS-type double-decker multiple units from Stadler
ÖBB have ordered 41 new KISS-type double-decker multiple units from Stadler as part of the framework agreement signed in 2022.
article
Punctuality is key to rail recovery
With customers beginning to use rail services again after years of restrictions, Anthony Smith, Chief Executive of Transport Focus, explains why train operators need to focus on offering a reliable, punctuality service for passengers and how this can help rail grow in the years ahead.
news
Survey reveals popularity of train vs plane for business travel
Polling commissioned by HS1 Ltd has revealed that people are likely to travel to Europe by train over plane for business, showing that demand for environmentally-friendly travel is on the rise.
news
ScotRail unveil almost £1 million on-train hospitality recruitment drive
ScotRail has launched plans to invest £918,000 on a hospitality recruitment drive as the operator reintroduces its on-board food and drink service.
news
Alstom sign contract with DB for 29 double-deck Coradia Stream trains
Alstom have signed a contract to deliver 29 modern Coradia Stream High-Capacity trains that will increase transport capacity and reduce travel times for passengers in Germany’s Hesse region.
news
LTG Link launch new ticketing system
LTG Link have launched a new ticketing system on their new website, www.LTGLink.It, that makes it easier for customers to purchase tickets online.
news
Alstom agree to deliver 25 high-speed trains to Sweden
Alstom have signed an agreement with SJ to supply 25 Zefiro Express electric high-speed trains to Sweden, in a contract valued at around €650 million.
news
Northern recovers over £2 million from fare evaders for taxpayers
Over the past 12 months, Northern have recovered over £2 million from fare evaders for taxpayers, successfully prosecuting over 11,000 of the worst offenders.
news
Heathrow Express to launch new Onboard Entertainment platform
Heathrow Express will launch an Onboard Entertainment platform, replacing all physical publications previously available to passengers with free online alternatives.
news
Improved process for passengers to claim delay compensation debuts
New licence requirements on Britain's train companies require them to provide passengers with clear information about their entitlements to compensation.
article
Global Railway Review Issue 2 2022
Packed full of exclusive content, including: the traction power supply of the Wendlingen–Ulm high-speed rail line; what passengers in the UK want from their journeys; Roundtable on Digital Automatic Coupling; Track Technologies and Alternative Fuels In-Depth Focuses; and much more!