All Funding, franchising & reform articles – Page 10
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NewsHigh Speed Rail Group releases report on rail infrastructure investment strategy
The High Speed Rail Group's latest report urges the government to develop a long-term rail strategy and engage with private investors to address funding challenges and improve infrastructure delivery.
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NewsGreater 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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NewsFRA signs $3 billion grant agreement for Brightline West high-speed rail
The Federal Railroad Administration has signed a $3 billion grant agreement for Brightline West, the first U.S. high-speed rail project, set to connect Southern California and Las Vegas with trains travelling over 200 mph by 2028.
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NewsRSSB calls on rail freight sector to co-fund research for 75% growth by 2050
The Chief Executive of the Rail Safety and Standards Board has called on the rail freight sector to co-fund research efforts to achieve a 75% increase in rail freight by 2050.
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NewsLocal leaders approve £96 million funding for new Liverpool Baltic Station
Local leaders have approved a £96 million funding package for the construction of the Liverpool Baltic station, part of Mayor Steve Rotheram's initiative to enhance rail access and promote sustainable transport in the city region.
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NewsGood News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover Union Pacific's community grants supporting local initiatives, Great Northern's biodiversity efforts and GTR's award-winning solar energy project.
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NewsBaltic transport ministers urge EU to increase investment in cross-border infrastructure
Baltic Transport Ministers have called for increased EU investment in cross-border infrastructure projects, emphasising the importance of enhancing military mobility and completing key initiatives like Rail Baltica.
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NewsRail sector faces challenges as traffic light coalition shifts focus to DB equity increase
Critics warn that increasing Deutsche Bahn's equity instead of funding rail infrastructure could raise costs for rail freight, hindering the shift from road to rail.
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NewsRail Baltica explores public-private partnership model following CEF funding successes
Rail Baltica is advancing its development by exploring a Public-Private Partnership model, inspired by the success of the Porto-Lisbon High-Speed Rail project, to enhance financing and reduce state budget burdens.
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NewsTfL reveals DLR extension plans, earning strong public support
TfL has unveiled plans for a new DLR extension from Gallions Reach to Thamesmead, which has received widespread public support and promises significant economic and housing benefits.
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NewsCo-founding agreement for new trains in Wellington and lower North Island welcomed
Greater Wellington and Horizons regional councils welcome a new co-funding agreement to purchase 18 trains and upgrade infrastructure, doubling peak-time services on the Wairarapa and Manawatū lines.
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NewsRIA comments on HS2 accounts and spending review announcements
The Railway Industry Association highlighted the financial impacts of the HS2 project changes and expressed concerns over the recent spending review and cancellation of the Restoring Your Railways programme.
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NewsGTR awards over £400,000 in grants to community projects
Govia Thameslink Railway has awarded £448,000 in grants to 37 organisations for community projects, aiming to surpass 2023’s £150 million in social value.
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ArticleThe importance of future-proofing asset management
We caught up with Marco Corradini from SBB at the Rail Infrastructure Asset Management Summit 2024, in London earlier this year to get his thoughts on the most important parts of infrastructure asset management.
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NewsRIA applauds UK government decision to fund 10 new Elizabeth line trains
The UK government has confirmed funding for 10 new trains for TfL's Elizabeth line, a move welcomed by the Railway Industry Association for its potential positive impact on the rail supply chain and future rail growth.
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NewsCivil Rail Solutions secures £3 million funding for expansion
Civil Rail Solutions Limited has secured a £3 million funding line to support its growth and meet increased demand for labour in the rail and construction industries amid Network Rail's new investment plan.
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NewsSwedish Railways: New report shows how rail disruption affects industries
A new report by Swedish Railways (SJ) has found that rail disruption significantly affects other industries financially.
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NewsRail Baltica: Ingerop and Rendel to coordinate Latvian section of project
Ingerop, and its UK-based subsidiary Rendel, have been chosen to coordinate the Latvian section of the international Rail Baltica project.
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NewsHow the HS1 train route could connect directly to the National Grid
A major new study will examine how a new private electricity system along the HS1 train route could connect to the National Grid and power thousands of homes and businesses across the South East.
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NewsFrench Trade Minister Riester: "Rail Baltica is an asset for the region’s future"
The French-Latvian Business Forum, held in Riga, brought together business representatives and policymakers from the Transport, Defense, and Renewable Energy sectors. This event, organized by the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) in partnership with the Embassy of France in Latvia and the French Foreign Trade Advisors of the ...