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Northern installs 40 new Passenger Assist points
New facilities designed to give disabled customers the confidence to travel by train have been installed at dozens of stations across the North of England.
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Railways face continued growth in passenger ridership numbers and increased demand for rail freight operations. To cope, rail systems must adapt to their changing environment and provide networks that are both safe and secure.
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ORR publishes 10 recommendations to improve health and safety interventions across UK rail network
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ORR’s recommendations aim to enhance safety decision-making, boost consistency, and improve collaboration across the rail industry.
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MTR Corporation launches road safety and elderly travel awareness campaign
MTR Corporation launched a safety campaign recognising 144 captains for safe driving and promoting travel safety awareness, especially for elderly passengers.
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Preparing for winter: How Network Rail tackles seasonal weather challenges
Professor Brian Haddock, subject matter expert in the National Weather Team at Network Rail, spoke to Global Railway Review's Halimah Haque about the challenges of preparing the rail network for extreme winter weather and how technology, lessons from past experiences and strategic planning play a vital role in ensuring operational…
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RSSB launches AI-powered tool to enhance rail freight safety and efficiency
The Rail Safety and Standards Board's AI-driven tool will help rail freight operators monitor and manage wheelset conditions, aiming to improve safety, reduce costs and enhance operational efficiency.
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Joint summit aims to improve safety on London’s public transport network
A TfL and London TravelWatch summit united transport leaders and community groups to enhance safety on London's public transport by tackling harassment and hate crime.
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Manufacturers of rail products urged to transition to revised rail standard testing for compliance
Manufacturers of railway components are urged to adopt the updated BS EN 45545-2:2020 fire safety standards proactively to ensure compliance and avoid future retesting costs.
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Network Rail prepares for winter challenges to ensure safe and timely journeys
Network Rail has implemented a comprehensive winter preparedness plan, using specialised equipment and real-time monitoring to keep rail services safe and reliable.
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CTA prepares for winter weather to ensure safe and efficient service
CTA has implemented a variety of winter weather strategies, including specialised equipment and extensive staff training, to ensure safe and reliable service for riders during snow, ice and subzero temperatures.
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Belvoir Rail launches Winter Campaign to ensure smooth train operations
Belvoir Rail's "Get Ahead of Winter" campaign offers railway operators maintenance services, preventive solutions and support to help ensure reliable and efficient train operations during winter.
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Cyber resilience takes centre stage at rail industry conference in London
More than 100 rail industry professionals gathered in London on 11 November 2024 for a conference organised by Northern to discuss cyber resilience and strategies for mitigating cyber threats across the sector.
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Virtual Twins for Rail Simulation
Dive into critical rail freight issues and learn how aerodynamics and vehicle dynamics advanced simulation capabilities can provide high-precision virtual testing and validation solutions.
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Sydney Metro installs platform screen doors at Canterbury Station in Southwest line upgrade
As part of the Southwest line upgrade, Sydney Metro has installed its first full set of platform screen doors at Canterbury Station to enhance passenger safety.
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LTA awards Hitachi Rail and Strides Engineering contract for MRT CCTV upgrade
LTA has contracted Hitachi Rail and Strides Engineering to upgrade CCTV systems across over 50 stations on Singapore’s North-South and East-West Lines, enhancing security and surveillance for passenger safety.
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Cambrian line set to reopen for service after fatal rail incident
The Cambrian line will reopen today, 28 October 2024, after extensive repairs and safety inspections following the tragic rail accident on 21 October, though some short-term disruptions may still affect services.
