Railway deaths in the EU fall in 2024 after years of fluctuating trends
EU railway fatalities dropped to 750 in 2024, with most deaths involving unauthorised track access, while suicides on railways remain significantly higher than accidents.
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Cardiff Central redevelopment approved as major station overhaul begins 2026
A £77 million funding boost has cleared the way for Cardiff Central’s 2026 rebuild, transforming capacity and passenger experience at Wales’ busiest station.
RMT condemns rising rail worker attacks as shrinking British Transport Police presence bites
Assaults on UK rail staff have reportedly surged as British Transport Police numbers decline, prompting RMT to demand urgent government action and new protections.
British Transport Police to trial live facial recognition technology at London railway stations
BTP will pilot live facial recognition at key London stations to improve public safety, target high-risk offenders, and ensure ethical, privacy-compliant use of technology.
European rail prepares for decisive shift as FRMCS and cyber-security pressures intensify
European rail is entering a digital transformation as GSM-R is phased out. FRMCS, 5G, and AI-driven systems promise higher capacity, smarter traffic management, and predictive maintenance, while cyber-security becomes a critical priority for modern rail networks.
Rail Baltica explores dual‑use infrastructure to strengthen Europe’s defence and civilian transport capabilities
Rail Baltica joined a high-level EU round table to discuss how cross-border rail projects can enhance defence logistics, resilience, and connectivity across Europe.
Network 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.
Singapore LTA upgrades railway CCTV network with Nokia and Hitachi Rail to enhance passenger safety
The Land Transport Authority of Singapore has deployed Nokia Optical LAN and IP/MPLS solutions with Hitachi Rail to improve CCTV coverage and rail security.
Eurostar RMT members to ballot for potential Strike
RMT will ballot Eurostar workers for possible strike action, citing unsafe conditions, poor management, and lack of investment despite strong company revenues.
Alstom Spain wins Brunel Award for FGC train modernisation project enhancing passenger comfort
Alstom’s refurbishment of 22 FGC trains has won a Brunel Award, improving accessibility, comfort, security, and extending service life by up to 15 years.
Great Western Railway fined £1 million for death of a passenger
Great Western Railway has been fined following the death of Bethan Roper, reinforcing the need for proactive risk management and passenger safety measures on trains.
South 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.
LNER 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.
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.
ST Engineering secures contracts to enhance rail electronics for Thomson-East coast line extension
ST Engineering will upgrade communications, security, and platform screen doors on Singapore’s Thomson-East Coast Line Extension, improving safety and connectivity between Changi Airport and the city centre.
