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NewsRailway Interior Innovation Summit Europe 2024 set for November in Essen, Germany
RedCabin’s Railway Interior Innovation Summit Europe 2024 will bring together key industry leaders in Essen, Germany, to discuss the future of train interiors, sustainability and passenger experience.
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NewsMumbai Metro Aqua Line launches with Alstom's driverless trains
The first phase of Mumbai Metro's Aqua Line, featuring 100% made-in-India driverless trains and automation technologies supplied by Alstom, is set to transform urban mobility.
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NewsHeathrow Express appoints Aoife Considine as new Business Lead
Heathrow Express has appointed Aoife Considine as its new Business Lead, succeeding Daniel Edwards, following her previous roles at the company and her recent work in enhancing its commercial and digital strategies.
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NewsAmtrak breaks ground on new heavy maintenance facility in Philadelphia
Amtrak has begun construction on a new maintenance facility at the Penn Coach Yard in Philadelphia to enhance customer experience and maintain its new Airo and Acela trains.
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NewsHistoric agreement paves the way for sustainable rail transport with 100% recycled copper
La Farga, ProRail, Strukton Rail and Railtech BV are installing the world’s first catenary system made from 100% recycled copper, cutting CO₂ emissions by 92%.
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NewsEtihad Rail unveils new brand identity to align with UAE’s vision and growth
Etihad Rail has unveiled a new brand identity, aligning with the UAE’s vision for enhanced connectivity and sustainable growth, featuring a refreshed logo, mission and values.
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NewsGood News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday,’ we cover Arriva Rail London's partnership with City Harvest to provide 50,000 meals, Railway Mission's celebration of 200 years of the rail industry and TfL’s “In Bloom” gardening competition.
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NewsNetwork Rail signs MoU with Korean Rail Research Institute to enhance rail resilience
Network Rail has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Korean Rail Research Institute to collaborate on developing technology that enhances rail network resilience to extreme weather.
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NewsThameslink launches audio guide for blind and partially sighted passengers
Thameslink has launched an audio guide, developed with input from a blind passenger, to help visually impaired travellers navigate its trains with greater confidence and ease.
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NewsTfL awards new contract to KeolisAmey for DLR operations
TfL has awarded KeolisAmey an eight-year contract to operate the Docklands Light Railway, starting 1 April 2025, with a focus on improving customer experience and service sustainability.
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NewsAmtrak to begin major rail yard upgrades in Seattle amid record ridership
Amtrak will upgrade Seattle’s King Street Coach Yard with a $300 million project, improving maintenance and preparing for new Airo trains, while supporting sustainability and growing ridership.
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NewsNetwork Rail and Severn Valley Railway celebrate successful year-long partnership
Network Rail and Severn Valley Railway mark the first year of their partnership, achieving cost savings, improved safety training and shared technological benefits.
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NewsConsilium Safety Group to acquire Italian fire safety specialist ISE
Consilium's acquisition of ISE enhances fire safety solutions for the rolling stock industry, improving protection for passengers, crews and assets.
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NewsFirst Rail Baltica Information Centre opens in Kaunas, Lithuania
The first Rail Baltica Information Centre has opened in Kaunas, Lithuania, providing insights into the transformative high-speed railway project and its impact on regional transport, economy and infrastructure.
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NewsEurostar and SkyTeam sign agreement for integrated air and rail travel
Eurostar and SkyTeam have signed a ground-breaking agreement to offer seamless air and rail travel options across Europe, enhancing sustainability and convenience for passengers through a single booking platform.
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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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NewsNew European Commission study confirms benefits of competition in passenger rail
A new European Commission study shows that competition in passenger rail lowers prices, improves service and boosts demand, while urging action to overcome remaining challenges.
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NewsSaudi Arabia Railways seeks to expand and modernise North-South rail fleet
SAR has announced plans to expand and modernise its North-South passenger rail fleet with 15 new train sets, supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals for infrastructure development and increased transportation capacity.
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NewsAmtrak partners with Google to promote sustainable travel choices
Amtrak and Google have partnered to provide real-time train information in Google Search, encouraging more sustainable travel options and supporting Amtrak's goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2045.
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NewsInnoTrans 2024 hosts first international Railway Influencer Festival
The mobility industry celebrated a milestone at InnoTrans with its first-ever Railway Influencer Festival, bringing together global social media stars and industry leaders to network and recognise outstanding content.