All Freight planning & capacity articles – Page 6
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ArticleIs Finland losing the train to Europe?
Ivan Beltramba, Railway and Transportation Engineer, examines the complexities of differing track gauges, an issue that is arguably limiting Finland’s competitiveness in the rail freight sector.
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NewsStrong grain harvest supports regional rail haulage operations in Australia
Provider of grain haulage rail services in New South Wales and Victoria, SSR, is successfully rolling out daily operations to help deliver bulk agricultural commodities to both domestic and international markets.
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NewsTesco wins logistics rail business award
Business group Logistics UK named Tesco the Rail Business of the Year for the second year running at its annual Logistics Awards, held at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge on Thursday 12 December 2024.
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WhitepaperSustainable Digital Asset Management in Rail
Explore digital transformation in rail asset management with DELMIA to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
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ArticleFrom coupling to innovation: How DAC enables the full digital freight train vision
Andreas Haller, Lead DAC Module Technology & Operation Intelligent Freight Train at DB Cargo, discusses the transformative potential of Digital Automatic Coupling (DAC) in revolutionising rail freight efficiency and interoperability across Europe.
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News$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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ArticleIn-Depth Focus: Digital Automatic Coupling
In this In-Depth Focus, we explore the role of DAC in optimising European rail freight, how specification, design, testing and pioneering is helping EU-RAIL prepare for DAC and the role DAC might play in the evolution of the rail freight industry.
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ArticleIndian Railways overhauling its parcel business towards improved logistics efficiency
Raman Arora, from the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS), Ministry of Railways, Govt. of India, shares his insight into Indian Railways’ new integrated cargo service that forms part of plans by the operator to overhaul its parcel business.
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ArticleGlobal Railway Review Issue 4 2024
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 ...
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WhitepaperExperience the power of fully integrated rail systems
Explore how integrated planning helps you optimise daily rail freight operations, across all planning areas and time horizons for greater efficiency.
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NewsRSSB 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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NewsAlstom and Saudi Railway Company forge SAR 300 million partnership to boost rail network
Alstom has partnered with Saudi Railway Company in an agreement to enhance the country's east-west rail corridor, supporting Vision 2030 through advanced technology and local expertise development.
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ArticleRail Review: Gareth Dennis' new book "How The Railways Will Fix The Future"
Diccon Spain, Political Liaison Officer at Bring Back Euro Trains, reviews the latest literary release from railway engineer, speaker and writer, Gareth Dennis, entitled: ‘How The Railways Will Fix The Future: Rediscovering the Essential Brilliance of the Iron Road’.
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NewsDP World’s Modal Shift Programme reduces UK road congestion and carbon emissions
DP World’s Modal Shift Programme in Southampton has removed 64,000 truck journeys and cut 17,000 tonnes of carbon emissions in its first year by incentivising rail transport.
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NewsRail Freight Group expands board with four new appointments
The Rail Freight Group has appointed four new Board members, bringing extensive industry expertise to support the continued growth and sustainability of the UK rail freight sector.
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WhitepaperVirtual 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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NewsLithuania's LTG Cargo expands western operations with first car Shipment to Baltic region
LTG Cargo has completed its first shipment of cars from the Czech Republic to Lithuania on standard gauge tracks, marking a major step in its Westward expansion in the Baltic region.
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NewsBow Goods Yard plan to boost rail freight capacity and green logistics in East London
The approved redevelopment of Bow Goods Yard will transform East London’s rail freight capacity, creating a sustainable logistics hub aimed at reducing road congestion and emissions.
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NewsNew partnership to propel Victoria's supply chain with Somerton Intermodal Terminal
The Intermodal Terminal Company and Southern Shorthaul Railroad have partnered to launch freight services at Melbourne’s new Somerton Intermodal Terminal, promising to increase Victoria's supply chain efficiency.
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NewsNew high-tech locomotives unveiled in Christchurch to modernise KiwiRail's fleet
KiwiRail unveiled its first high-tech DM class locomotives in Christchurch, signalling a major modernisation effort to improve freight efficiency, reduce emissions and support New Zealand’s climate goals.