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New collaboration agreement to improve East Midlands rail services in UK
The agreement between local leaders and the UK government will provide a mechanism for positive influences over investment decisions in the East Midlands railway.
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Deutsche Bahn introduces digital automatic coupling for freight trains
By introducing the new coupling method, Deutsche Bahn will be able to increase the capacity and quality of its freight traffic.
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TfW launches second phase of the Lab by Transport for Wales programme
Transport for Wales has selected 11 companies to develop innovative ideas to improve the passenger experience as part of the second phase of its programme.
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HS2’s Solihull Interchange station gains planning approval
After achieving the BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ certification at the design stage, the development of HS2's Interchange station in Solihull can now progress following gaining planning approval.
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A passenger-centric response to the challenges of COVID-19
Steve White, COO and Deputy CEO of Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), looks at how the UK’s biggest rail franchise had to modify its operations to support colleagues, society and passengers through the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Global Railway Review Issue 4 2020
This issue takes a look at South Africa’s complex signalling modernisation programme, the next steps in standardisation of data exchanges between TMS and trains, GTR's passenger-centric response to the challenges of COVID-19, plus our 'Decarbonising Rail', 'High-Speed Rail Development' and 'Rail: Thinking Long-Term' In-Depth Focuses.
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Central section of Crossrail’s Elizabeth Line expected to open in 2022
Previously scheduled to open in 2021, the introduction of the central section of the Crossrail Elizabeth line into passenger service has been delayed.
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DfT to partner with specialists to increase rail connectivity in UK
The formation of an Acceleration Unit by the UK government will result in the quicker delivery of a range of rail upgrades across the country.
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Wearing of face coverings to be enforced on public transport in Wales
As a result of passengers not following COVID-19 regulations, Transport for Wales has partnered with the British Transport Police to enforce requirements.
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HS2 Ltd launches Part Two of its Innovation Accelerator recruitment programme
Following the overwhelming response to its first call out to tech start-ups and innovative SMEs earlier in 2020, HS2 Ltd has now launched the second tranche of recruitment to its Innovation Accelerator programme.
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Inland Rail project a ‘once in a lifetime opportunity’ for Australia, says ARA
The Inland Rail project, which is 15 years in the making, is set to deliver significant national benefits for the Australian rail freight sector.
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Contract awarded for Verona to Bivio Vicenza high-speed railway section
The IRICAV 2 consortium will be responsible for work on the first section of the high-speed rail development between Verona and Padua.
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Digital secure radio system introduced across Network Rail Southern region
The new radio system, Airwave, will help to improve train performance and links with the emergency services by making communication more reliable.
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VIA Rail Canada announces temporary job cuts due to COVID-19
As a result of COVID-19 impacting passenger numbers, VIA Rail Canada has announced a number of temporary management and professional employees layoffs.
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GB Railfreight appoints new Business Development Director
GB Railfreight - the third largest rail freight operator in the United Kingdom - has announced that it has appointed Tim Hartley as Business Development Director.