News – Page 39
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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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NewsAmtrak Police and Operation Lifesaver launch national rail safety initiative
Amtrak Police and Operation Lifesaver are partnering with law enforcement nationwide for Operation Clear Track, a campaign to raise awareness and enforce rail safety.
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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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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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NewsEMR to provide free Wi-Fi at 97 stations across the East Midlands
East Midlands Railway is rolling out free Wi-Fi at 97 stations across the region, enhancing connectivity for passengers on its Intercity, Regional and Connect services.
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NewsTfL's new ticket hall at Paddington Tube station opens with enhanced accessibility
The new ticket hall at Paddington Tube station offers direct, step-free access to the Bakerloo line for the first time, significantly improving accessibility and user experience at one of London’s busiest transport hubs.
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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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NewsSouth Western Railway launches campaign to boost female train drivers
South Western Railway is aiming to increase the number of women train drivers with a new recruitment campaign, offering training and flexible career opportunities.
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NewsRhaetian Railway's timetable changes in December 2024 to enhance efficiency and punctuality
Starting on 15 December 2024, the Rhaetian Railway will implement timetable changes on the Albula line to enhance efficiency and punctuality, reducing travel times and optimising service operations.
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NewsLocal leaders approve £96 million funding for new Liverpool Baltic Station
Local leaders have approved a £96 million funding package for the construction of the Liverpool Baltic station, part of Mayor Steve Rotheram's initiative to enhance rail access and promote sustainable transport in the city region.
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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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NewsNorthern restricts access to dating apps via on-board Wi-Fi
Northern has blocked access to dating apps on its on-board Wi-Fi as part of the Friendly Wi-Fi scheme, which filters inappropriate content to ensure a safe environment for all passengers, especially children.
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Nomad Digital completes trackside connectivity network for Caltrain
Nomad Digital has launched North America's first full-route gigabit connectivity network for Caltrain, enhancing passenger Wi-Fi and digital services on the newly electrified San Francisco-San Jose line.
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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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NewsRAILPOOL appoints Magnus Klaar as Regional Director for Scandinavia
Magnus Klaar has been appointed as RAILPOOL’s new Regional Director for Scandinavia, bringing over 25 years of railway industry experience to lead the company’s expansion in the region.