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New rail booking service expands travel options across Europe
RateHawk has launched a new rail travel booking service across 13 European countries, offering a sustainable travel option through a partnership with Rail Europe.
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The Passenger
Every year around the world, billions of people travel by rail. But as passenger numbers continue to grow, and the expectations of passengers continue to be more demanding, the pressure on rail organisations to deliver high-quality passenger journeys increases.
What do passengers want from rail? What are the trends and challenges facing passengers, and how is the industry moving forward to deliver better services?
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Lessons learnt from Luxembourg’s fare-free transport system
Luxembourg’s Ministry of Mobility and Public Works provides invaluable insight into ground-breaking fare-free initiatives and cutting-edge innovations being utilised across the country, offering a glimpse into the transformative potential of public transportation and its evolving landscape.
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Belfast Grand Central Station to open for rail services on 13 October 2024
Belfast Grand Central Station will officially open for rail services on 13 October, offering enhanced connectivity as the city’s new main transport hub.
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Network Rail and DfT unveil five-point plan to enhance Euston station
Network Rail and DfT's five-point plan will enhance Euston station, focusing on immediate improvements to passenger experience while preparing for long-term redesign efforts.
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Railway Interior Innovation Summit Europe 2024 set for November in Essen, Germany
RedCabin’s Railway Interior Innovation Summit Europe 2024 will bring together key industry leaders in Essen, Germany, to discuss the future of train interiors, sustainability and passenger experience.
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Thameslink launches audio guide for blind and partially sighted passengers
Thameslink has launched an audio guide, developed with input from a blind passenger, to help visually impaired travellers navigate its trains with greater confidence and ease.
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First Rail Baltica Information Centre opens in Kaunas, Lithuania
The first Rail Baltica Information Centre has opened in Kaunas, Lithuania, providing insights into the transformative high-speed railway project and its impact on regional transport, economy and infrastructure.
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Greater Manchester approves major transport infrastructure investment
Greater Manchester has approved £1.31 million in funding to advance its high-speed rail and Northern Powerhouse Rail proposals, focusing on improving connectivity at key stations.
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New European Commission study confirms benefits of competition in passenger rail
A new European Commission study shows that competition in passenger rail lowers prices, improves service and boosts demand, while urging action to overcome remaining challenges.
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Saudi Arabia Railways seeks to expand and modernise North-South rail fleet
SAR has announced plans to expand and modernise its North-South passenger rail fleet with 15 new train sets, supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals for infrastructure development and increased transportation capacity.
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Amtrak partners with Google to promote sustainable travel choices
Amtrak and Google have partnered to provide real-time train information in Google Search, encouraging more sustainable travel options and supporting Amtrak's goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2045.
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RATP Dev introduces sign language services in Egypt’s Capital Train network
RATP Dev has introduced sign language services at its Capital Train network in Egypt, enhancing accessibility for passengers with hearing impairments.
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Students innovate for sustainable mobility solutions in Rail Baltica project
60 students from Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia developed innovative ideas for enhancing passenger experiences on Rail Baltica's infrastructure through the BUSBaltica training programme focused on sustainable urban mobility solutions.
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Northern enhances website accessibility with new features
Northern has upgraded its website with new accessibility features, including customisable text options and multi-language support, to better serve a diverse range of customers.
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Good News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover the impactful community efforts of Southern and GTR staff in Brighton participating in beach clean-ups, LNER’s innovative ‘Our Planet’ train promoting sustainable travel and Brightline’s themed rides for concertgoers heading to The Big Concert.
