All Net zero strategy & reporting articles – Page 9
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NewsRSSB calls on rail freight sector to co-fund research for 75% growth by 2050
The Chief Executive of the Rail Safety and Standards Board has called on the rail freight sector to co-fund research efforts to achieve a 75% increase in rail freight by 2050.
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NewsGood News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover the impactful community efforts of Southern and GTR staff in Brighton participating in beach clean-ups, LNER’s innovative ‘Our Planet’ train promoting sustainable travel and Brightline’s themed rides for concertgoers heading to The Big Concert.
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NewsTrain fare reductions announced for key East Yorkshire routes
Northern and TransPennine Express are reducing fares by 20% on key routes between Hull, Scarborough and Selby for 12 weeks to encourage more rail travel and reduce road congestion.
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NewsGlobal rail supply market sees steady growth amid geopolitical challenges
The World Rail Market Study reports a 2.7% annual growth in the global rail supply market from 2021 to 2023, driven by strong investments and rising demand for sustainable transport.
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ArticleSmart infrastructure and connectivity in American public transportation
Jon Nouchi, Deputy Director of the City and County of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services, and Dottie Watkins, CEO of CapMetro, discuss how smart infrastructure is revolutionising public transportation across the U.S.
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NewsSoutheastern welcomes final two Class 707 City Beam trains
Southeastern has welcomed the final two Class 707 City Beam trains into service, completing the transfer of a total of 30 units from South Western Railway.
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NewsPlasser & Theurer and Deutsche Bahn celebrate 65 years of partnership
Plasser & Theurer marks 65 years of collaboration with Deutsche Bahn, delivering over 740 machines and advancing sustainable railway technologies.
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ArticleThe people behind the wheel: Jorge Maroto’s story, Metro de Sevilla
In the latest instalment of Global Railway Review's 'The people behind the wheel' series, Jorge Maroto, Managing Director of Metro de Sevilla, discusses his leadership role, the challenges of modernising urban transport, and his commitment to sustainability and innovation in shaping the future of rail.
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PodcastThe Right Track Podcast Series, Episode 9 - AI-Driven ETCS Solutions
In September's episode of The Right Track, Global Railway Review's Halimah Haque spoke to Emmanuel Marquis, Executive Vice President of Aerospace, Defence and Rail at TRIGO Group, about the company's role in supporting rail operators with ETCS implementation, AI-driven maintenance strategies and sustainable innovations in the rail sector.
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NewsRATP Dev launches new tram lines in Casablanca to enhance urban mobility
RATP Dev has successfully inaugurated tram lines T3 and T4 in Casablanca, expanding the city's public transport network and aiming to significantly improve urban mobility for its residents and visitors.
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NewsNew technology to reduce railway particulate pollution unveiled at InnoTrans 2024
A new technology to reduce respirable particulate matter on railway construction sites, developed by HYPERION in collaboration with Plasser & Theurer, will be unveiled at InnoTrans 2024.
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NewsŠkoda Group and Hyundai Rotem sign strategic MOU for future collaboration
Škoda Group and Hyundai Rotem have signed an MOU to collaborate on innovative railway solutions, focusing on technology transfer, production localisation and global infrastructure projects.
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NewsAlstom announces €63 million investment to boost Italy’s rail infrastructure and sustainability
Alstom's €63 million investment plan for 2024-2026 aims to enhance Italy's rail infrastructure through sustainable innovations like hydrogen trains and expanded production capacities across multiple sites.
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NewsEU transport leaders advocate for ambitious high-speed rail master plan
Dr. Alberto Mazzola called for a European high-speed rail master plan by 2050 to connect capitals and major cities, benefiting over 60% of EU citizens and generating €750 billion in societal value.
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NewsDeutsche Bahn launches turnaround programme to improve operations and profitability by 2027
Deutsche Bahn has unveiled a comprehensive turnaround programme aimed at enhancing infrastructure, rail operations and profitability by 2027, with specific targets to reduce delays and improve punctuality.
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NewsGood News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover Union Pacific's community grants supporting local initiatives, Great Northern's biodiversity efforts and GTR's award-winning solar energy project.
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NewsRail industry welcomes new EU Commissioners, sees growth opportunities
The European Rail Supply Industry welcomes the new EU Commissioners-designate, optimistic about collaborating on sustainable transport and industrial growth to decarbonise Europe’s transport networks.
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NewsBelfast Grand Central Station opens doors to passengers
Belfast Grand Central Station, a new multimodal transport hub, has opened its doors to passengers, marking a significant milestone in the city's urban regeneration.
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ArticleThe tram: A vital link in any integrated transport network
Alistair Gordon, CEO of Keolis UK, stresses the vital role of integrating tram systems within broader transport networks to accommodate urban growth and improve connectivity in densely populated cities.
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NewsHitachi Rail unveils next-generation battery technology for commuter trains
Hitachi Rail is developing a new battery pack for commuter trains that is smaller, lighter and more powerful than existing models.