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Hafeet Rail awards three strategic contracts
Hafeet Rail has signed a commercial agreement with EMSTEEL to facilitate the transportation and export of aggregate materials between Oman and the UAE.
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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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Rail Baltica announces procurement plan for 2025
To keep potential suppliers and partners informed about procurement priorities for 2025, the Rail Baltica global project is providing a comprehensive overview of ongoing and upcoming procurement activities.
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Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) makes bold appointment
AtkinsRéalis has been appointed by Network Rail to lead design integration for a central section of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU), the 18-mile leg from Stalybridge to Huddersfield.
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On-Demand: Forging Tracks: Looking at the latest Infrastructure Projects
14 January 2025 | By
This webinar explored the latest infrastructure projects around the world, highlighting the challenges and opportunities they presented.
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$5 million investment strengthens Australian rail networks
A $5 million investment in regional New South Wales is enhancing rail network resilience, with Brimble's new facility poised to support critical track resurfacing services across Australia.
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Expert View: Resilience in rail: migrating industry from reactive to proactive
Already, volatile weather is threatening the integrity of our railways. Unprecedented rainfall, intense heatwaves and extreme storms are causing upheaval. Rail systems were not designed for such conditions. Assets and operations become harder to assure. As climate change and the extreme weather associated with it intensifies, the challenge of resilience…
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Eurotunnel to double direct high-speed rail services via Channel Tunnel by 2034
Eurotunnel plans to double direct high-speed rail services via the Channel Tunnel by 2034, accelerating low-carbon mobility between London and major European cities.
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Global Railway Review Issue 4 2024
27 November 2024 | By
Welcome to the winter issue of 2024! Firstly, I’d like to take a moment to thank everyone who has written for Global Railway Review this year. Without your expert insights, research and plans, the rail industry would be standing still. Next, I’d like to thank all our readers from around…
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Rationalising policy choices and their impact on railway modernisation: A perspective on the Vande Bharat project
Chitresh Shrivastva, Independent Railway Policy Analyst & Dr Abhilasha Sharma, Assistant Professor at St. Wilfred College, Jaipur discuss India's Vande Bharat project.
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Vilnius GreenTech Forum showcases Rail Baltica’s role in green transformation
Rail Baltica, showcased at the Vilnius GreenTech Forum, exemplifies sustainable transport innovation by advancing green rail solutions that align with the EU’s net zero and energy transition goals.
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USDOT unveils Climate Adaptation Plan 2024-2027
USDOT's 2024-2027 Climate Adaptation Plan focuses on building resilient infrastructure, integrating climate risk into operations and promoting environmental justice through targeted investments.
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Global Railway Review’s Track Insight: Infrastructure
Welcome to our latest Track Insight Report, this time focussing on rail infrastructure projects taking place around the world. In this exclusive digital report, we hear from New Zealand, America, the Baltics and wider Europe as rail infrastructure operators and suppliers strive to build more sustainable, economical and powerful railway…
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British Steel unveils £10 million rail stocking hub in Scunthorpe
British Steel has opened a £10 million rail stocking facility in Scunthorpe, enhancing its capacity to support the UK rail network with ready-to-dispatch, high-quality rails.
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Egis and SYSTRA secure framework to provide consultancy services to Irish Rail
Egis and SYSTRA have been awarded a framework agreement to provide consultancy services to Iarnród Éireann, supporting the modernisation and expansion of Ireland's rail network.
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Bankstown Interchange nears completion ahead of 2025 Sydney Metro launch
Bankstown’s new transport hub is set to open in 2025, offering residents direct access to Sydney Metro, Sydney Trains and bus services, with major station upgrades well underway.
