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DB ESG opens Rail Technology Hub to drive UK rail innovation
DB ESG has opened a new Rail Technology Hub in Derby to accelerate engineering innovation, sustainability and collaboration across the UK rail sector.
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The infrastructure of a railway network is an incredibly complex system. Our infrastructure content focuses on a variety of topics including the construction of new rail lines, the maintenance and modernisation of existing lines, projects and developments to ensure infrastructure is safe and efficient, and in-depth looks at the vital components that make up infrastructure including track systems, i.e. switches, crossings, sleepers, ballast, etc.
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CrossCountry unveils 10-year sustainability strategy to cut rail emissions
CrossCountry has launched its 2025 Sustainability Strategy, committing to major carbon reductions and a greener, more inclusive railway future.
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Eurostar unveil major €2 billion investment in next-generation fleet
Eurostar Celestia will introduce up to 50 double-decker high-speed trains by 2031, increasing capacity, sustainability, and passenger comfort while creating hundreds of skilled jobs in London.
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New station investment zones proposed by RIA to boost housing, transport, and economic growth across Great Britain
RIA calls for Station Investment Zones to unlock housing, jobs, and community development while improving transport infrastructure and encouraging public-private investment partnerships.
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Amtrak invests $30 million to improve accessibility at five North Dakota stations
Amtrak has upgraded five North Dakota stations with $30 million in accessibility improvements, enhancing safety, comfort, and passenger experience along the Empire Builder route.
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£4.5m upgrade begins on Kyle of Lochalsh railway to improve reliability and safety
Network Rail has started a £4.5 million upgrade on the Kyle line, replacing track and inspecting structures to ensure safer, more reliable journeys.
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Arriva Group acquires RTS Infrastructure to expand UK rail maintenance and construction capabilities
Arriva Group has acquired RTS Infrastructure, adding rail maintenance, depot capacity and design and construction services to strengthen its UK rail operations.
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Gemini Trains partners with Siemens, Rock Rail and Uber to launch new London to Europe fleet
Gemini Trains confirms partnership with Siemens Mobility, Rock Rail and Uber to deliver a new high-speed cross-Channel fleet connecting London with Paris, Brussels and Cologne.
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RSSB launches Rail Carbon Accounting Framework to standardise UK emissions reporting
RSSB has introduced the Rail Carbon Accounting Framework to unify carbon reporting and strengthen the rail industry’s net-zero commitments by 2050.
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London Waterloo to close for two days in December for major upgrades
London Waterloo passengers face festive disruption as the station shuts for two days while Network Rail carries out vital upgrade works.
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Rail Baltica begins track laying in Lithuania, advancing Europe’s cross-border high-speed railway project
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Track laying has started on the Rail Baltica section in Jonava, Lithuania, marking major progress for the high-speed railway connecting the Baltic States to Europe.
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Poland advances integrated railway network plans with major expansion and modernisation by 2035
Poland’s Integrated Railway Network project, led by CPK and PLK, will expand by over 2,000 km by 2035, enhancing connectivity across regions and Europe.
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New £46.5 million train depot opens in Huddersfield to support Transpennine route upgrade services
A new £46.5 million light maintenance depot has opened in Huddersfield, supporting the Transpennine Route Upgrade with modern facilities for diesel, electric and bi-mode trains.
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Scottish Government backs £11.2m Inverness rail freight terminal project
The new Inverness rail freight terminal will receive up to £3 million in funding, cutting emissions and reducing HGV journeys.
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Skoda Group unveils new four-car metro trains for Sofia to boost comfort and capacity
The Czech manufacturer Skoda Group has revealed its latest metro trains for Sofia, featuring air-conditioning, regenerative braking, and accessible design for modern urban transport.
