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ScotRail makes progress in creating a more diverse and inclusive workforce
ScotRail has been involved in a number of initiatives which aim to attract a more diverse and inclusive workforce into rail.
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The Workforce
Crucial to a great performing rail organisation is the well-being of the workforce behind the service. Whether front-line staff, train drivers, track workers, engineers, technicians or top-level management, having a safe, motivated and skilled workforce is imperative for an organisation working in the rail sector.
What are the trends and challenges facing rail’s workforce and how is the industry moving forward to support and develop its employees?
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CREATE programme receives $70 million grant for Chicago’s Westside project
The new federal grant will allow a $170 million project to bring rail and viaduct improvements and jobs to Chicago’s West Side community, with $80 million in local contracts and employment already underway.
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Leading European rail CEOs meet to define CER’s 2023 priorities
During CER's 70th General Assembly, leading CEOs from across the European rail industry came together to discuss future priorities and announce the latest updates to CER's Management Board and Executive Directorship.
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Global Railway Review Weekly News Roundup
Craig Waters, Editor of Global Railway Review, explores what made the headlines in the rail industry during week 05 September-09 September 2022.
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Anne-Marie Trevelyan appointed new UK Secretary of State for Transport
Anne-Marie Trevelyan has been appointed as the new UK Secretary of State for Transport, and the rail industry has reacted to the news.
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Upskilling the workforce for the digital railway
Nick Rodney, Senior Engineering Curriculum Leader for the National College for Advanced Transport and Infrastructure, talks to Global Railway Review about the opportunities which the digital railway will offer the industry and how upskilling the workforce effectively is the key to success.
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Global Railway Review Weekly News Roundup
Craig Waters, Editor of Global Railway Review, explores what made the headlines in the rail industry during week 29 August-02 September 2022.
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InnoTrans 2022 – Event Preview
In this event preview of InnoTrans 2022, we showcase what the trade fair has is in store for attendees this year, as well as some Company Profiles from organisations that will exhibiting at the event.
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Tap into the best rail expertise as an RSSB affiliate
The railway is always developing, and any organisation connected with it has to keep up with that evolution, as well as maintain its own standards. Eurotunnel's Director, Infrastructure, Daniel Hughes shares why the organisation chose to become an affiliate of the Rail Safety & Standards Board (RSSB).
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Global Railway Review Issue 4 2022
Packed full of exclusive content, including our InnoTrans 2022 preview, plus features from: Germany’s Federal Minister for Digital and Transport; the European Commissioner for Transport; Canadian Pacific; Norfolk Southern; the Association of American Railroads; the ERTMS Users Group; and many more!
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UK to share expertise on large-scale rail projects with Israel
The signing of a MOU between the UK and Israel follows the successful recent launch of the Elizabeth line, and provides opportunity for British engineers and advisors to share their ingenuity and experiences.
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Philipp Nagl becomes the new CEO of DB Netz AG
DB Netz AG have announced that Frank Sennhenn will be succeeded by Dr Philipp Nagl as CEO, after holding the role for more than nine years.
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HS2 publish annual Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion report
HS2’s annual Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion report has shown that the number of female and BAME employees working on the project exceeds industry averages.
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Northern employees begin training to spot vulnerable passengers
Northern have started to train their workforce on how to spot vulnerable passengers and how to have the confidence to intervene.
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Network Rail launch new taskforce in wake of record-breaking heatwave
Network Rail have launched a new taskforce led by independent experts to offer recommendations on how rail can develop its approach to resilience during hot weather.
