GTR shares expertise in digital signalling with DB Cargo UK 22 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) As work continues on the East Coast Digital Programme, GTR is sharing its expertise in digital signalling with DB Cargo UK.
New Renfe Mercancías ‘Zero CO2’ locomotives take first trip in Asturias 22 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) The first commercial trip of the new Renfe Mercancías 'Zero CO2' locomotives, which are 100% electric, has taken place in Asturias.
Network Rail announces alliance partners for Southern Integrated Delivery portfolio 2024-2034 21 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) Network Rail have announced the four alliance partners who will form the Southern Integrated Delivery 2024-2034.
Siemens Mobility awarded service contract for Metrolinx 21 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) Siemens Mobility have been chosen by Metrolinx, Ontario’s local public operator, to provide maintenance services for the agency’s railway infrastructure system.
Midlands Rail Hub would cut 29.3m miles travelled by car per year 21 February 2023 | By Global Railway Review New research has shown that a rail enhancement project in Britain, the Midlands Rail Hub, would lead to 30 million more miles being travelled by passengers on the region’s trains each year.
First Flirt-type electric trains equipped with Alstom ETCS enter service in Hungary 21 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) Alstom’s project to equip 59 Flirt-type MÁV-START electric trains with ETCS Level 2 is expected to be complete in September 2023.
Fast-charging battery trial to resume after GWR agrees to purchase Vivarail assets 20 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) Great Western Railway has completed the purchase of a number of assets from Vivarail relating to the development of high-performance battery and FastCharge technology.
Images: Another step forward for East Coast Digital Programme 20 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) Network Rail have released new images showing crucial work on the billion-pound East Coast Digital Programme.
Stadler will produce and deliver Norway’s new long-distance trains 20 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) Stadler have been awarded a contract to produce and deliver 17 new long-distance trains for Norske tog AS in 2024.
Project launched to develop battery-powered passenger train for U.S. 17 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) Stadler, Utah State University and the ASPIRE Engineering Research Center are developing and testing a battery-powered passenger train for North America.
PKP Energetyka launch 360 PV facilities at its substations 17 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) PKP Energetyka’s network of extensive photovoltaic facilities has increased from 15 to 360 in just over 18 months.
SWR to trial QR code technology to enhance passenger experience 17 February 2023 | By Global Railway Review Passengers who scan the QR codes onboard South Western Railway trains will quickly and conveniently be able to access real-time journey information.
Metra Board approve new strategic plan 16 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) The Metra Board of Directors have approved a new 2023-2027 strategic plan which focuses on addressing the challenges of a post-COVID world.
Caltrans, CDFW and Brightline enter agreement to build wildlife overcrossings 16 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) Caltrans, Brightline West and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, have agreed to design and construct dedicated overcrossings to provide a sustainable and safe path for wildlife.
Amtrak recognised for workplace excellence 16 February 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review) As Amtrak continue to expand their workforce in 2023, they have been recognised by Forbes for workplace excellence.
