News – Page 17
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NewsUK rail industry launches real-time disruption maps for passengers
UK rail passengers can now access real-time disruption maps, giving instant updates to navigate delays and plan journeys with confidence.
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NewsSafety improvements and new tools aim to reduce railway accidents and protect passengers and staff
The ORR and Network Rail are introducing evidence-based safety tools and training, while industry partners work to improve risk management and protect passengers and track workers.
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NewsAfghanistan advances Herat–Khawf railway construction
The Herat–Khawf railway’s second phase begins, while Afghanistan and Kazakhstan sign agreements to enhance rail links, trade, and regional infrastructure projects.
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NewsAlstom opens 100 new rail jobs in Italy as Sesto San Giovanni site celebrates 70 years
Alstom announces 100 new positions across Italy at its historic Sesto San Giovanni site, supporting growth in railway maintenance, innovation, and sustainable mobility.
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NewsAlstom proposes five measures to improve Sweden’s railway system for better efficiency and innovation
Alstom highlights five key proposals to enhance Sweden’s railways, focusing on punctuality, capacity, skills development, modernisation, and technological innovation for a sustainable transport future.
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NewsRailpen launches #BeyondTheTracks200 campaign to celebrate 200 years of rail innovation and social progress
Railpen’s #BeyondTheTracks200 campaign highlights 200 years of railway innovation, social impact and future sustainability, showcasing pensions, welfare, opportunities and workers’ rights across the UK.
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NewsSouth Western Railway expands body-worn cameras as staff assaults rise
South Western Railway expands body-worn cameras for frontline staff as violent incidents double, launching a bold campaign to deter abuse.
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NewsCanada fast-tracks Alto high-speed rail after transformative project recognition
Government recognition of Alto as a transformative project could accelerate Canada’s first high-speed rail construction by several years.
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NewsHS2 Colne Valley viaduct completed as UK’s longest high-speed rail bridge opens
HS2’s Colne Valley viaduct, the UK’s longest rail bridge, is complete, enabling 200mph high-speed services and creating a landmark engineering achievement.
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NewsAlstom Widnes facility welcomes first passenger service as UK Railtours charter visits site
Alstom’s Widnes Transport Technology Centre hosted its first-ever passenger service with UK Railtours, showcasing train modernisation projects, heritage carriages and industry innovation.
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NewsUS' first hydrogen passenger train ZEMU to debut this weekend
San Bernardino’s ZEMU hybrid hydrogen-battery passenger train launches Saturday, offering zero-emission, zero-fare rides along the Arrow Corridor.
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NewsLNER warns customers to be “cautious” after cyber-attack exposes passenger details
Train operator LNER has confirmed a cyber-attack at a third-party supplier exposed some passenger data, urging customers to stay vigilant.
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NewsGovernment report unveils new effective railway suicide prevention measures
The new study study highlights effective railway suicide prevention methods, including staff support, safety improvements and initiatives to protect passengers nationwide.
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NewsSoutheastern partners with Sonder to boost staff wellbeing and minimise disruption
Southeastern has partnered with employee care platform Sonder to strengthen workforce resilience, reduce absenteeism and minimise rail disruption for passengers across London, Kent and East Sussex.
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NewsExtremadura selects GMV to digitise public transport
The Extremadura Regional Government has awarded GMV a contract to deliver a fully integrated intelligent transport system, including account-based ticketing, real-time tracking, and improved passenger information services.
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NewsIn record time three Mireo Smart trains launched on Trans Regio RB 32 line
Three modern Mireo Smart trains will start on the RB 32 line in December 2025, improving connectivity and creating jobs in the Ahr Valley.
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NewsFrom training to employment more West Midlanders secure jobs on HS2 railway project
Over 12,500 people in the West Midlands are now employed on HS2, with apprenticeships and training programmes helping local residents launch new careers.
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NewsNetwork Rail develop framework to protect railways from climate change flooding and erosion risks
Network Rail and WSP are collaborating on a framework to standardise flood and erosion response, boosting railway resilience to worsening climate change impacts.
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London Underground to be disrupted by strikes, as Coldplay forced to reschedule shows
London Underground to be disrupted by RMT strikes from 7 - 11 September, with Coldplay having to reschedule Wembley shows.
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NewsAlstom-led consortium bids for Dublin MetroLink
The consortium will design, build, finance and operate Dublin’s fully automated MetroLink, improving connectivity, reducing congestion and supporting sustainable transport across the Greater Dublin Area.