All Net zero strategy & reporting articles – Page 16
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NewsHuddersfield Station marks one year of upgrades under Transpennine Route Upgrade
Over the past year, the Transpennine Route Upgrade has modernised Huddersfield Station while preserving historic features, enhancing future rail connectivity and sustainability in northern England.
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NewsAvanti West Coast launches first on-board water refill points for rail passengers
Avanti West Coast has introduced free water refill points on its Pendolino and Evero trains, reducing single-use plastic and promoting sustainable travel as part of a £450 million fleet investment.
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ArticleRationalising policy choices and their impact on railway modernisation: A perspective on the Vande Bharat project
Chitresh Shrivastva, Independent Railway Policy Analyst & Dr Abhilasha Sharma, Assistant Professor at St. Wilfred College, Jaipur discuss India's Vande Bharat project.
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NewsVilnius GreenTech Forum showcases Rail Baltica's role in green transformation
Rail Baltica, showcased at the Vilnius GreenTech Forum, exemplifies sustainable transport innovation by advancing green rail solutions that align with the EU’s net zero and energy transition goals.
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ArticleHS1’s digital transformation: Embracing innovation with augmented reality
Scott Durno, Head of Technology at High Speed 1 (HS1), spoke to Global Railway Review's Halimah Haque about HS1's digital transformation, including the use of augmented reality for asset maintenance and improving safety in harsh weather conditions.
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NewsUSDOT unveils Climate Adaptation Plan 2024-2027
USDOT's 2024-2027 Climate Adaptation Plan focuses on building resilient infrastructure, integrating climate risk into operations and promoting environmental justice through targeted investments.
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NewsTfL awards Elizabeth line operator contract to GTS Rail Operations Limited
TfL has appointed GTS Rail Operations Limited to operate the Elizabeth line from May 2025 under a seven-year contract, focusing on safety, performance and community support.
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NewsBritish Steel unveils £10 million rail stocking hub in Scunthorpe
British Steel has opened a £10 million rail stocking facility in Scunthorpe, enhancing its capacity to support the UK rail network with ready-to-dispatch, high-quality rails.
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NewsEgis and SYSTRA secure framework to provide consultancy services to Irish Rail
Egis and SYSTRA have been awarded a framework agreement to provide consultancy services to Iarnród Éireann, supporting the modernisation and expansion of Ireland's rail network.
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NewsALLRAIL calls for stronger EU rail oversight to maximise infrastructure investments
ALLRAIL advocates for increased EU funding and resources for rail oversight bodies, arguing that open competition on rail infrastructure is key to avoiding costly, underused “white elephants.”
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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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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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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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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.