Britain’s railways still safer and greener than road transport
RSSB's latest Annual Health and Safety Report highlights Britain’s railways remain the safest and greenest forms of land transport, but there is no room for complacency.
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Azerbaijan Railways enters seven Prima T8 AZ8A freight trains into operation
Azerbaijan Railways will initially run the Prima T8 AZ8A locomotives on the 'Silk Road' East-West corridor of Azerbaijan, linking the Caspian Sea main ports to the Georgian border.
Track laying at Saih Shuaib towards Abu Dhabi and Dubai inaugurated by Etihad Rail Chairman
Following a visit to the site and a review of the project updates, the Chairman of Etihad Rail has inaugurated track laying at the railhead in Saih Shuaib.
Proposed infrastructure investments across America include rail projects
USDOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg has announced that the Biden-Harris Administration intends to award $905.25 million to 24 highway and rail projects in 18 states under the FY 2021 Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) discretionary grant programme.
UK government announces funding to deliver a rail data revolution
The funding will support the development of the Rail Data Marketplace, which will ultimately improve journeys for passengers across the UK.
Siemens Mobility and Paribus sign agreement for Vectron Dual Mode locomotives
The framework purchase agreement will see Siemens Mobility supply and provide a full-service contract for up to 30 Vectron Dual Mode locomotives.
HS2 reveals new landscape designs to revive Midlands Heritage Hotspot
Areas to be created around two new HS2 viaducts over the River Cole in Warwickshire will include natural habitats for local wildlife, plus new footpaths and cycleways to promote active travel for local people.
South Western Railway launches trial of body worn cameras for guards
The trial hopes to prove the benefits of body worn cameras in reducing anti-social behaviour on South Western Railway’s trains and at its stations.
Deutsche Bahn’s MegaHub Lehrte freight station begins operation
The MegaHub Lehrte freight station will facilitate the removal of approximately 250,000 truck journeys and 120,000 tonnes of carbon emissions per year.
Grand Central launches integrated digital portal for passengers
The 'Journey Central' service will offer rail travellers a range of services in one integrated platform and is part of Grand Central's post-pandemic recovery.
DB Regio contracts Alstom to equip 215 S-Bahn trains with ETCS and ATO
As part of the landmark rail project Stuttgart 21, Alstom will retrofit DB Regio's BR 423 and BR 430 trains with ETCS Level 2 and 3, as well as ATO GoA2.
SNCF Voyageurs orders additional IoT gateways from STIMIO
SNCF Voyageurs has ordered 140 additional MELI communication gateways from STIMIO.
California High-Speed Rail Authority releases Final EIR/EIS for Bakersfield to Palmdale section
If CHSRA's Final Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement is approved, the Bakersfield to Palmdale section will be 'shovel ready' for when funding is made available.
RIA calls for UK government to support the delivery of hydrogen train fleets
By committing to delivering hydrogen train fleet orders, the UK government can support the ‘build back better’ agenda, as well as skilled jobs, investment and growth.
Deutsche Bahn and Deutsche Telekom to improve mobile connectivity
By 2026, at the latest, Deutsche Telekom will supply the entire Deutsche Bahn rail network with its mobile network without any interruptions.
