News – Page 14
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NewsAlstom urges global leaders to make rail central to decarbonised transport at COP30 in Brazil
At COP30 in Brazil, Alstom highlights rail as the most efficient, sustainable, and inclusive mode of transport, sponsoring the first-ever Transport Pavilion.
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NewsDoncaster unveils The Gresley Institute to train next generation of rail industry professionals
Network Rail has reopened Doncaster’s railway training centre as The Gresley Institute, providing state-of-the-art facilities and STEM-focused learning for future rail industry professionals.
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NewsTurkey begins building national high-speed train factory to boost domestic rail production and reduce imports
Turkey has started constructing its first national high-speed train factory in Sakarya, aiming to strengthen domestic rail production, create jobs, and reduce foreign dependency.
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EU rail passenger travel rises to record levels in 2024 while freight sees slight decline
EU rail passenger transport reached 443 billion passenger-kilometres in 2024, with Germany leading, while freight performance fell slightly to 375 billion tonne-kilometres.
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NewsNetwork Rail shares shocking level crossing footage to warn of dangers and prevent teenage accidents
CCTV shows a teenager dangerously close to tracks at Norfolk level crossing. Network Rail urges vigilance, responsible behaviour, and adherence to safety rules.
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NewsVirgin Trains gains Temple Mills access approval paving way for new international Channel Tunnel services
Virgin Trains has secured approval from the rail regulator for Temple Mills depot access, unlocking plans for cross-Channel services linking London with Europe.
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59% of Britons would judge someone caught fare dodging negatively according to new study
New research from South Western Railway reveals 59% of Britons would judge fare dodgers, as the operator launches a campaign tackling nationwide ticket evasion.
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NewsHitachi Rail becomes first transport company globally to use NVIDIA IGX Thor for real-time AI
Hitachi Rail integrates NVIDIA IGX Thor into its HMAX platform, bringing real-time AI processing to trains and infrastructure, improving efficiency, reliability, and predictive maintenance.
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NewsPoland's CPK airport launches tender for new underground railway station
CPK Airport in central Poland is inviting bids for a tunnel and railway station project, aiming to improve high-speed rail connectivity and passenger transfers.
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NewsAlstom begins building ten new Elizabeth line trains in Derby to boost capacity and jobs
Construction has started on ten new Class 345 trains at Alstom Derby to meet growing passenger demand, support UK jobs, and expand the Elizabeth line.
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NewsWest Midlands Railway completes £70 million Tyseley depot upgrade
Tyseley Traction Maintenance Depot has been redeveloped with modern facilities, solar power and extended capacity to improve train reliability and reduce delays for passengers.
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NewsSouth Eastern Railway is expanding its innovative on-board camera programme
South Eastern Railway is fitting more trains with AI-powered cameras to spot faults early, prevent delays and improve safety for passengers across its network.
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NewsAlstom and FGC unveil first train for new express rail link to Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Alstom and FGC have revealed the first train for the new Barcelona-El Prat Airport express link, set to launch between 2026 and 2027.
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NewsDB ESG opens Rail Technology Hub to drive UK rail innovation
DB ESG has opened a new Rail Technology Hub in Derby to accelerate engineering innovation, sustainability and collaboration across the UK rail sector.
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NewsCrossCountry unveils 10-year sustainability strategy to cut rail emissions
CrossCountry has launched its 2025 Sustainability Strategy, committing to major carbon reductions and a greener, more inclusive railway future.
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News€295.5 million EU grant boosts Rail Baltica construction progress across Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania
Rail Baltica secures €295.5 million EU funding to advance construction, electrification, and infrastructure across Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, with full-scale works well underway.
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NewsEurostar unveil major €2 billion investment in next-generation fleet
Eurostar Celestia will introduce up to 50 double-decker high-speed trains by 2031, increasing capacity, sustainability, and passenger comfort while creating hundreds of skilled jobs in London.
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NewsSoutheastern expands 3D station maps to enhance accessibility and passenger confidence
Southeastern will introduce 3D maps at 70 stations and update 69 others, helping passengers navigate stations easily and travel with greater confidence.
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NewsNew station investment zones proposed by RIA to boost housing, transport, and economic growth across Great Britain
RIA calls for Station Investment Zones to unlock housing, jobs, and community development while improving transport infrastructure and encouraging public-private investment partnerships.
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NewsAmtrak invests $30 million to improve accessibility at five North Dakota stations
Amtrak has upgraded five North Dakota stations with $30 million in accessibility improvements, enhancing safety, comfort, and passenger experience along the Empire Builder route.