Governance, regulation & people
Explore governance, regulation and workforce issues shaping the rail industry. Read expert insights on safety, compliance, procurement, risk management, security, funding, organisational culture, skills development and policy frameworks supporting sustainable sector growth.
Webinars and whitepapers
- Previous
- Next
Governance, regulation & people
NewsEurostar warns growth depends on bold UK capacity decisions
A new report, Fast track to growth, says Eurostar’s UK growth ambitions hinge on infrastructure decisions still to be made, not just the demand that is already there.
NewsRail sector urges EU to back follow-up to Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking
UNIFE, EIM, CER and UIP have jointly called on the EU to fund a successor to Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking.
NewsEU transport fund must reach €100bn to unlock Ireland’s rail ambitions
UNIFE says €100bn EU transport fund needed to free Irish commuters from traffic gridlock in Dublin, Cork and Galway.
ArticleRail is for everyone – it’s time the industry said so
Rail is one of the UK’s most diverse career ecosystems – and one of the best-kept secrets in British industry.
Join now
Unlock exclusive industry insights
- Bookmark articles and resources to access anytime
- Enjoy free access to industry leading resources, webinars and insights
- Stay informed with the latest news and interviews
- Receive updates and recommendations tailored to your professional interests
Governance, regulation & people
NewsEU adopts new railway capacity rules to improve cross-border services
New European railway capacity rules aim to improve cross-border coordination and make better use of existing rail infrastructure.
NewsRail sector urges EU budget support for regional connectivity and growth
European rail leaders are urging policymakers to place connectivity and regional development at the centre of future EU funding.
NewsAlstom and EDC renew partnership to support global rail growth
Alstom and Export Development Canada have extended their partnership to support rail exports and sustainable transport investment.
NewsAlstom expands US academic partnerships to support future rail workforce
Alstom is increasing collaboration with US universities and colleges to support future rail engineering and transport careers.
NewsBritain’s largest train operator returns to public ownership
GTR services will transfer into public ownership this weekend as the Government continues reforms ahead of Great British Railways.
NewsAnglia railway forms unified leadership team ahead of GBR transition
c2c, Greater Anglia and Network Rail Anglia are bringing track and train operations closer together under a single leadership team.
NewsEuropean rail sector backs EU right to stay strategy
The European rail sector says investment in mobility services is essential to support communities and regional economic resilience.
ArticleRail Baltica forum in Madrid calls for long-term EU funding to secure Europe’s rail future
Senior ministers, industry leaders and Baltic stakeholders convene in Madrid to reinforce Rail Baltica’s strategic role in European connectivity, security and economic resilience – with a clear warning that delivery hinges on stable, long-term EU financing in the next Multiannual Financial Framework.
ArticleGlobal Railway Review launches new website designed for rail industry professionals
Global Railway Review has launched an updated website to improve access to content across rail operations, infrastructure and technology, alongside a new membership model that provides full access to premium analysis, reports and expert commentary.
NewsEuropean Parliament backs stronger long term rail investment funding
The European Parliament has called for a more ambitious EU budget to strengthen transport infrastructure, competitiveness and regional connectivity.
NewsYoung adults warned over dangerous level crossing behaviour as rail campaign launches
Survey reveals widespread misunderstanding of train speed and stopping distances, leading to risky behaviour at level crossings.
NewsEurope urged to boost rail investment to tackle growing transport poverty crisis
Rail sector highlights urgent need for investment to tackle transport poverty and improve access to jobs, education and healthcare.
ReportTrack Insights: Operational Resilience
Extreme weather is reshaping rail operations. Discover practical strategies for strengthening infrastructure, improving investment decisions and maintaining network performance.
OpinionMirroring reality: how digital twining impacts the rail industry
Global Railway Review exclusively interviewed LNER’s Adrian Varma and Northern’s Marc Silverwood to explore how digital twins are transforming railway operations, enabling real-time decision-making, predictive testing and smarter disruption management.
NewsAlstom to supply 153 trains in Portugal’s largest rail fleet order
€1.03 billion contract will deliver new commuter and regional trains for Portugal while creating a new manufacturing facility and hundreds of jobs.
NewsAlstom to deliver CBTC system for Paris metro line 8 modernisation
Alstom will supply its I-CBTC onboard signalling system for Paris Metro Line 8 as part of the OCTYS 2030 network modernisation programme.