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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.
Network Rail has awarded up to £1.3 billion in contracts to five firms for the maintenance and enhancement of Scotland's Railway over the next five years.
Engineers have completed key signalling and track work on the Northumberland line, moving closer to restoring passenger rail services after 60 years.
Lithuania’s Minister of Transport, Marius Skuodis, visited Juodšiliai to inspect the country’s first solar-powered noise barrier, a project aiming to integrate renewable energy with railway infrastructure.
The Community of Madrid is enhancing accessibility at Avenida de América Metro station with new lifts and infrastructure improvements, set for completion in early 2026.
Network Rail is investing £4.5 million to upgrade the Eskmeals viaduct on the Cumbrian coast line, enhancing its resilience against climate change and doubling the lifespan of its support structures.
The Community of Madrid will invest €100.7 million to install platform screen doors on Metro Line 6, enhancing safety, efficiency and paving the way for automation.
The majority of the Anglia rail network will remain open during the August bank holiday, with only minor disruptions expected due to essential engineering work and in-train testing on some routes.
InnoTrans 2024 highlights the critical role of tunnelling in sustainable rail transport, featuring innovative solutions and projects like the Brenner Base Tunnel, the world's longest underground rail link.
Network Rail is investing £12.5 million to replace 14 aging escalators across Liverpool Lime Street, Moorfields, James Street and Hamilton Square, with the project set to conclude by 2027.
Norfolk Southern Corporation is investing over $200 million to expand Alabama's 3B Corridor, enhancing capacity and efficiency to support regional economic growth and global supply chain demands.
TfL has unveiled plans for a new DLR extension from Gallions Reach to Thamesmead, which has received widespread public support and promises significant economic and housing benefits.
Global Railway Review’s Emily Budgen examines whether landslips might be prevented - a question of preventative maintenance for a common occurrence on railways.
The Centralny Port Komunikacyjny has announced a tender for a 4.6km high-speed rail tunnel in Łódź, marking the third major contract for its most advanced rail project, with two other contracts already underway.
Rail Baltic Estonia has awarded AS TREF Nord and ATEMO OÜ a €20.9 million contract for developing the northern outdoor areas of the Ülemiste terminal, including public spaces and a tramway.
Paul Comfort's latest book, "The New Future of Public Transportation," offers a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge rail technologies, from autonomous trains to zero-emission initiatives, making it a must-read for industry professionals.
