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NewsAmtrak and NJ TRANSIT accelerate maintenance following Northeast Corridor disruptions
Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT's partnership will focus on comprehensive inspections, infrastructure upgrades and collaborative root cause analyses to restore reliability for commuters.
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NewsAvanti West Coast completes historic Pendolino fleet refurbishment
Avanti West Coast celebrates the successful conclusion of its £117 million project to refurbish all 56 Pendolino trains, marking a significant upgrade milestone on the UK's West Coast Main Line.
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NewsDMRC Phase 4 expansion progressing rapidly despite challenges
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation is making significant progress in its Phase 4 expansion, with over 50% of work completed on three priority corridors, aiming for completion by 2026.
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NewsKiwiRail's Wairarapa locomotives adopt low emission technology
KiwiRail's vintage locomotives in Wairarapa have been equipped with low emission engine kits, marking a step forward in sustainable railway operations in New Zealand.
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NewsMilitary veterans advocate for careers in rail
Northern Rail celebrates Armed Forces Day by spotlighting veterans who have found a second career in the railway industry, sharing their experiences of transitioning to roles that echo the camaraderie and discipline of their service days.
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NewsSan Bernardino welcomes North America's first zero-emission passenger train
San Bernardino County celebrates the arrival of North America's first self-powered, zero-emission passenger train, marking a significant leap in sustainable transportation.
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NewsGood News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover Northern's rail safety event for schoolchildren, a 240-mile charity cycle by railway veterans and Gargrave Primary students building a ‘bug hotel’ for local biodiversity.
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NewsHigh Speed Rail Group welcomes Mattias Bjornfors to board of directors
HS1 Ltd's Mattias Bjornfors joins the High Speed Rail Group board, bringing nearly 20 years of infrastructure and regulatory expertise to support the development of high-speed rail in the UK.
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NewsRAIB report reveals safety failures on Northern line leading to 'trap and drag' accidents
The RAIB report highlights critical safety failures on the Northern line after two 'trap and drag' incidents at Archway and Chalk Farm stations, urging London Underground Limited to enhance risk mitigation and operator training.
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NewsIntermodal transport innovations unveiled at "Truck2Rail" event in Luxembourg
Companies gather to showcase new technologies enabling the seamless integration of non-craneable truck trailers into eco-friendly rail transport networks at the Bettembourg-Dudelange multimodal platform.
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NewsLIRR launches innovative QR code programme for real-time toilet feedback
The MTA Long Island Rail Road has unveiled a new QR code programme allowing passengers to promptly report toilet issues for swift resolution, aiming to enhance passenger satisfaction during travel.
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NewsEurostar partners with Wiremind to implement AI-driven revenue management solution
Eurostar has partnered with Wiremind to implement the advanced CAYZN Revenue Management Solution, enhancing its pricing and route optimisation with plans to go live in Q1 2025.
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NewsPorterbrook's new Engineering Business Development Director
Porterbrook has appointed Ben Woods as Engineering Business Development Director, bringing extensive experience to the role starting in July 2024.
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NewsGTR invests £2.5 million to combat rising antisocial behaviour towards staff
GTR announces a substantial investment aimed at tackling a significant increase in verbal and physical assaults against its staff, implementing a comprehensive Antisocial Behaviour Improvement Plan across its network.
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NewsDB Cargo UK appoints Mike Gray as Chief Transformation and Digitalisation Officer
DB Cargo UK appoints Mike Gray as Chief Transformation and Digitalisation Officer to lead innovative technological advancements in the freight sector.
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NewsColas Rail UK adds two new Tampers to fleet
Colas Rail UK has added two new advanced Tampers to its fleet, highlighting its commitment to modern technology and environmental sustainability.
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NewsField tests of new railway assembly robot cause unexpected bell rings in Dronryp, The Netherlands
Between 17-21 June 2024, Dronryp in The Netherlands heard intermittent railway crossing bell ringing due to field tests of the ERTMS Trackbot, an advanced rail assembly robot by Strukton Rail.
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NewsGermany to begin major renovation of Riedbahn corridor in July 2024
Germany will start renovating the Riedbahn corridor between Mannheim and Frankfurt in July 2024, with Ermewa leasing modern wagons to DB Fahrwegdienste GmbH to support the project.
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NewsSouth Western Railway unveils refurbished Class 458 trains
South Western Railway has introduced its first refurbished Class 458 trains, featuring enhanced seating and charging facilities, to operate on suburban routes between London Waterloo and Weybridge and Twickenham.
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NewsFord & Stanley Rail Talent Services Group expands amidst growth surge
Ford & Stanley Rail Talent Services Group has welcomed three new team members, bolstering its recruitment capabilities and supporting its ambitious growth plans.