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Siemens Mobility and ScotRail extend engineering and maintenance contract
Siemens Mobility and ScotRail have extended their Technical Support & Spares Supply Agreement by five years to December 2026.
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Network Rail completes London King’s Cross improvement scheme
The project to replace the over 40-year-old tracks and track layout on the 1.5 mile approach into London King's Cross station has been completed.
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ORR to review safety and passenger impacts of Hitachi Rail Class 800 and 385 disruption
Following the disruption caused by the discovery of cracks on Hitachi Class 800 and 385 series trains in May 2021, ORR is set to undertake a review of the impact of the incident on safety and passengers.
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London Euston becomes first UK train station to launch British Sign Language announcements
In total, 10 touchscreens have been installed at London Euston station that offer the latest passenger information using British Sign Language.
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Arriva Netherlands to apply to operate night services to Schiphol Airport
Following new European legislation, Arriva Netherlands is set to apply for three new Open Access routes to operate regional rail night services, including two to Schiphol Airport.
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Siemens Mobility completes delivery of high-speed trains for operation in Turkey
Following Siemens completing the delivery of the high-speed Velaro Turkey trains ahead of schedule, the whole Velaro fleet is expected to be available for commercial services as of June 2021.
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Rail journeys in Great Britain fall to lowest annual levels since 1872
Statistics from the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) have revealed that the unprecedented fall in usage can be attributed entirely to the impact of the pandemic.
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GTR and Southeastern jointly launch new Season Ticket Calculator
In order to provide greater transparency when it comes to choosing tickets, GTR and Southeastern's Season Ticket Calculator will enable commuters to purchase tickets that fit their flexible work schedules.
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Global Railway Review Issue 3 2021
Packed full of exclusive content, including: the projects transforming rail infrastructure in Croatia and Bulgaria; creating safer, smarter and more climate-friendly rail freight networks; extending the lifecycle of bogies and wheelsets; and a Roundtable on Strengthening Rail's Position in the Logistics Industry.
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Will new high-speed lines in the North of England transform rail travel?
Tim Wood, Interim Chief Executive of Transport for the North and Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) Director, explains how the construction of new high-speed lines across the North of England have the potential to revolutionise rail travel in the region.
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‘Rail revolution’ in Shropshire & Black Country could power up region
Midlands Connect is proposing that rail electrification, faster local trains and a new hourly train to London from Shrewsbury, would bring nearly £500 million of benefits to the UK economy.
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Amtrak showcases its vision to grow passenger rail services across America
Amtrak is initiating the work to deliver by 2035 more frequent, reliable and sustainable intercity passenger rail services to over 160 more communities and 20 million more passengers annually, as outlined in their 'Corridor Vision'.
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Major investment announced for Britain’s rail in the North and Midlands
The UK government has announced a £401 million investment to give passengers and freight operators across the North and Midlands faster, greener and more reliable rail services.
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‘Passenger Assistance’ app launched to make railway more accessible
A new app has been launched in Great Britain that will make it easier and quicker for disabled people to request assistance for their train journeys, helping people to travel with confidence.
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Go-Ahead releases early blueprints for new style of adaptable train carriages
Go-Ahead's concept carriages, which can be adjusted from ‘commuter mode’ to ‘leisure mode’, have been drawn up to meet the changing needs of UK rail passengers.