All articles by Global Railway Review – Page 18
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NewsGood News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover Severn Valley Railway's heartening Resilience Fund success, GTR's new 'Blue Wag' guide for dog-friendly adventures and TPE's innovative sustainable water management initiative.
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NewsNew phase begins in Rail Baltica bridge construction over Neris in Lithuania
In late July 2024, Rizzani de Eccher launched a key phase in building the 1.51km Rail Baltica bridge over the Neris River in Lithuania.
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NewsNetwork Rail invests £4.5 million to safeguard Cumbrian coast line
Network Rail is investing £4.5 million to upgrade the Eskmeals viaduct on the Cumbrian coast line, enhancing its resilience against climate change and doubling the lifespan of its support structures.
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NewsKiwiRail's new footage highlights urgent need for railway safety awareness
A newly released video of a train collision emphasises the urgent need for heightened awareness and personal responsibility at railway level crossings.
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NewsCommunity of Madrid to invest €100.7 million in platform screen doors for Metro Line 6
The Community of Madrid will invest €100.7 million to install platform screen doors on Metro Line 6, enhancing safety, efficiency and paving the way for automation.
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NewsNorfolk Southern welcomes new Chief Information and Digital Officer
Norfolk Southern has appointed Anil Bhatt as Executive Vice President and Chief Information and Digital Officer, where he will spearhead technology initiatives to enhance safety, operational efficiency, and customer service.
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NewsScotland’s Railway unveils ambitious five-year Climate Action Plan
Scotland’s Railway has launched a five-year Climate Action Plan, aiming to significantly reduce emissions and enhance resilience against climate change across its network.
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NewsMinimal disruption to Anglia rail network over August 2024 bank holiday
The majority of the Anglia rail network will remain open during the August bank holiday, with only minor disruptions expected due to essential engineering work and in-train testing on some routes.
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NewsPBH Rail Group expands Civil Engineering division with key appointments
PBH Rail Group has appointed Steve Scott as Technical Director and Lin Lee as Principal Geotechnical Engineer to strengthen its newly launched Civil Engineering division.
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NewsTeam registration opens for tenth annual Big Rail Diversity Challenge 2025
Team registration is open for the tenth annual Big Rail Diversity Challenge on 25 June 2025, at Newark Showground, featuring popular and new activities to promote diversity in the rail industry.
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NewsTfL launches new phase of step-free access projects on London Underground
TfL has begun design work to add step-free access to three London Underground stations and is assessing seven more, aiming for 50% of stations to be step-free by 2030.
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NewsRail Delivery Group report reveals why trains are the smart choice for summer travel
The Rail Delivery Group’s latest report reveals that choosing trains over flights for domestic journeys this summer can save significant money and reduce environmental impact.
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NewsDB Cargo UK transitions to renewable fuel for Drax Group Transport
DB Cargo UK has switched all trains servicing Drax Group to Hydro-treated Vegetable Oil, significantly reducing carbon emissions and supporting the UK's renewable energy goals.
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NewsTunnelling and rail infrastructure in focus at InnoTrans 2024
InnoTrans 2024 highlights the critical role of tunnelling in sustainable rail transport, featuring innovative solutions and projects like the Brenner Base Tunnel, the world's longest underground rail link.
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NewsNetwork Rail announces £12.5 million escalator upgrade for Merseyrail network
Network Rail is investing £12.5 million to replace 14 aging escalators across Liverpool Lime Street, Moorfields, James Street and Hamilton Square, with the project set to conclude by 2027.
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NewsNorfolk Southern invests over $200 million in Alabama rail line expansion
Norfolk Southern Corporation is investing over $200 million to expand Alabama's 3B Corridor, enhancing capacity and efficiency to support regional economic growth and global supply chain demands.
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NewsAlstom deploys upgraded trains on Singapore’s Bukit Panjang LRT line
Alstom has launched the first two upgraded trains on Singapore’s Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit line, initiating the progressive delivery of a new advanced transportation system.
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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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NewsMajor track upgrade to impact Southern train services in Crystal Palace area
From 24 August to 1 September, Southern train services in the Crystal Palace area will be disrupted as Network Rail undertakes a major track upgrade, with passengers advised to use London Underground, London Overground and London Buses as alternatives.
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NewsGood News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover Norfolk Southern's re-launch of its Thoroughbred Scholars programme, Hull Trains' free travel for Humber Street Sesh and LNER’s special Scottish delicacies for Edinburgh Fringe First-Class passengers.