All articles by Global Railway Review – Page 7
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NewsBankstown Interchange nears completion ahead of 2025 Sydney Metro launch
Bankstown’s new transport hub is set to open in 2025, offering residents direct access to Sydney Metro, Sydney Trains and bus services, with major station upgrades well underway.
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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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NewsU.S. Special Envoy launches ‘Better on Board’ charter for Belfast public transport
Joe Kennedy III, U.S. Special Envoy to Northern Ireland, has launched the 'Better on Board' public transport charter, to promote sustainable and healthier travel choices in Belfast and beyond.
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NewsGood News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover Tanfield Railway’s festive Mince Pie Express with its new partnership with Lumo and GTR’s introduction of 3D maps to improve passenger accessibility.
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NewsDarlington Station hits milestone with new Eastern Concourse completion
The completion of the Eastern Concourse is a crucial step in the £140 million redevelopment of Darlington Station, paving the way for the next phase, which is set to be completed by late 2025.
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NewsPorterbrook closes £250 million private placement, strengthening rail sector investment
Porterbrook has successfully closed a £250 million private funding deal, expanding its investor base and securing financing for sustainable rail projects across the UK.
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NewsUK rail industry advances supply chain decarbonisation with RSSB's new framework
The Rail Safety and Standards Board is leading efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions across the UK rail supply chain by providing a framework for data-driven carbon reduction strategies.
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NewsNew direct award to Dutch Railways raises costs for passengers and taxpayers
The direct award of a new nine-year contract to Dutch Railways for operating the Main Rail Network will result in higher fares for passengers and an additional €1.38 billion in taxpayer subsidies.
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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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NewsNew report calls for overhaul of London’s transport accessibility standards
A new report by Transport for All urges London to revamp its transport accessibility standards, calling for inclusive criteria like step-free access and availability of toilets to better serve disabled residents.
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NewsTransport Secretary orders review into train fare evasion policies
The UK Transport Secretary has ordered an independent review into train fare evasion policies to ensure fair treatment for passengers and address concerns over potential overuse of prosecution.
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NewsDigital signalling now fully controls trains on Great Northern route to Moorgate
The Great Northern route to Moorgate has fully transitioned to ETCS, enabling continuous train-to-track communication for improved punctuality and reliability on this busy commuter line.
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NewsCritical rail network upgrades to enable more frequent Auckland rail services by 2026
Major upgrades to Auckland's rail network, set to be completed before the City Rail Link opens in 2026, will reduce journey times, increase train frequency and provide smoother travel across the city.
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NewsRail operators urged to improve management of passenger help points, says ORR
The Office of Rail and Road has urged rail operators to improve the reliability and monitoring of passenger help points, following a report revealing service quality issues, especially at stations in England.
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NewsCyber resilience takes centre stage at rail industry conference in London
More than 100 rail industry professionals gathered in London on 11 November 2024 for a conference organised by Northern to discuss cyber resilience and strategies for mitigating cyber threats across the sector.
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NewsSydney Metro installs platform screen doors at Canterbury Station in Southwest line upgrade
As part of the Southwest line upgrade, Sydney Metro has installed its first full set of platform screen doors at Canterbury Station to enhance passenger safety.
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NewsSMRT Trains advances energy efficiency in Singapore’s rail network
SMRT Trains has introduced Green CBTC Next Gen technology, achieving an 8% energy savings in train operations as part of its plan to reach net zero emissions by 2050.
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NewsConductors prepare for opening of Northumberland line in December 2024
The reopening of the Northumberland line promises to significantly improve local transport, offering affordable and efficient connections for commuters, students and leisure travellers.
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NewsRail Baltica project advances with new construction contract on Estonian segment
Rail Baltica advances with a €67.2 million contract to begin construction on an 8.65km segment between Kangru and Saku, marking a key milestone in the development of Estonia's high-speed rail link.
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NewsUK’s first intercity battery train trial successfully completed
A new intercity battery train trial in Northern England achieved major fuel savings and zero-emission station operations, marking progress in sustainable rail travel.