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NewsMBTA expands rail fleet with new Hyundai Rotem agreement
MBTA has signed an agreement with Hyundai Rotem to add 41 more state-of-the-art bi-level commuter rail cars to its fleet, enhancing service and comfort for passengers.
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NewsRail Baltica hosts future Changemakers Academy students for two-day experience
Rail Baltica welcomed students from Riga Business School’s Future Changemakers Academy for a two-day event, offering insights into sustainable transportation and the project's regional impact.
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NewsNorthern re-introduces 12-week booking window for cheapest tickets
Northern has extended its booking window for Advance Purchase tickets to 12 weeks, allowing customers to secure the cheapest fares further in advance.
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NewsDeLand SunRail Station opens, completing 61 mile Central Florida commuter rail Line
The new DeLand SunRail Station has opened, marking the completion of a 61-mile commuter rail line that connects four Central Florida counties and aims to boost local connectivity and economic growth.
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NewsGTR introduces online tool for early planning of train journeys
Govia Thameslink Railway has introduced an interactive online tool allowing passengers to check for planned engineering work on Southern, Thameslink and Great Northern routes up to six weeks in advance.
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NewsNetwork Rail awards up to £1.3 billion in contracts to five firms for Scotland’s Railway
Network Rail has awarded up to £1.3 billion in contracts to five firms for the maintenance and enhancement of Scotland's Railway over the next five years.
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NewsVoith sets benchmarks with products and services for sustainable rail transport
Voith will be exhibiting their products and services at Innotrans this September in Berlin, including their new CargoFlex.
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NewsCaltrain welcomes first passengers on new electric trains
Caltrain's new electric fleet promises faster, greener transit on the San Francisco Peninsula, with shorter journeys between San Francisco and San Jose.
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NewsGB Railfreight expands fleet with new electric locomotives
GB Railfreight has added four new electric Class 18 hybrid+ shunt locomotives to its fleet as part of its broader strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce carbon emissions in the UK’s supply chains.
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NewsNorthumberland line completes signalling and track installation
Engineers have completed key signalling and track work on the Northumberland line, moving closer to restoring passenger rail services after 60 years.
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NewsCalifornia High-Speed Rail Authority appoints new CEO
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has appointed Ian Choudri as its new CEO, bringing over 30 years of transportation experience to lead the project at a pivotal moment.
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NewsNorthern prioritises youth recruitment to achieve net zero by 2050
In order to mark International Youth Day 2024, Northern emphasises the crucial role of young talent in achieving its net zero operations goal by 2050, offering various opportunities for youth to join the rail industry.
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NewsMinister of Transport and Communications visits Lithuania’s first solar-powered noise barrier
Lithuania’s Minister of Transport, Marius Skuodis, visited Juodšiliai to inspect the country’s first solar-powered noise barrier, a project aiming to integrate renewable energy with railway infrastructure.
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NewsMadrid enhances accessibility with major upgrades at Avenida de América Metro Station
The Community of Madrid is enhancing accessibility at Avenida de América Metro station with new lifts and infrastructure improvements, set for completion in early 2026.
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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.