This Managing Operational Complexities In-Depth Focus features articles investigating overcoming cross-border rail challenges with managed transportation and how as global transportation systems move towards digital transformation, railway operators are exploring innovative ways to manage their assets and maintain seamless operations.

This month, our editor, Elizabeth Jordan, moderated at UNIFE’s 33rd annual General Assembly in Brussels. The presentations and keynotes of the second morning culminated in a panel discussion looking at how there might be a perfect match between industrial and climate policies for a competitive European rail supply industry. 

MTR Corporation launched a safety campaign recognising 144 captains for safe driving and promoting travel safety awareness, especially for elderly passengers.

Network Rail will trial displaying live travel updates on a large screen at London Euston from 11 December 2024, as part of a broader plan to improve the passenger experience during the busy festive period.

A new rail timetable effective introduces service adjustments, increased capacity and engineering-related changes across the North of England, with passengers advised to check journeys in advance.

Alstom has been awarded a five-year contract to operate, service and maintain Metrolink’s regional passenger rail system in Southern California, with the potential for a three-year extension.

Virgin Trains Ticketing has expanded its partnership with SilverRail, introducing advanced tools like split ticketing and flexible route options to help customers save up to 78% on rail fares.

The Severn Valley Railway will join a nationwide ‘whistle off’ on New Year’s Day to launch Railway 200, celebrating 200 years of modern railways with a year of commemorative events.