Modi flags off powerful 9000 HP electric freight locomotive made mostly in India 29 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins India unveils its first 9000 HP electric freight locomotive, with Siemens and Indian Railways driving sustainable rail transformation.
Fleet decarbonisation driven more by customer demand than compliance, new 2025 energy report reveals 22 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins Teletrac Navman’s new report shows fleets prioritise sustainability goals and customer expectations over government regulations when transitioning to alternative energy sources.
Rail Accident Investigation Branch publishes its Annual Report for 2024 15 May 2025 | By Elizabeth Jordan - Global Railway Review The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has published its annual report covering the period 1 January to 31 December 2024.
Unite members at ScotRail back two-year deal with pay rise and improved family benefits 14 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins Over 300 Unite members at ScotRail have backed a two-year pay deal including wage increases and better maternity, paternity, and apprentice pay.
£1.7 million invested to improve access and safety at stations across UK rail network 14 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins Govia Thameslink Railway is delivering 51 projects to improve station accessibility, safety and facilities across its 236-station UK network.
Drones used to catch rail trespassers as school holidays spark safety crackdown in North East 13 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins Drones and patrols helped prevent dangerous railway trespassing in the North East during the Easter break, with further action planned this summer.
Government confirms nationalisation of Greater Anglia, despite its strong performance and contribution to the Treasury 12 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins The UK Government plans to nationalise Greater Anglia, recognising its success as the country's most punctual train operator and its positive contribution to rail services.
Comsa secures safety certificate to operate rail freight services across the Iberian Peninsula 9 May 2025 | By COMSA gains approval to run freight trains, boosting efficiency with modern machinery and streamlined logistics throughout Spain.
Railway Interior Innovation Summit USA 2025 to take place in Orlando, hosted by Brightline and Siemens Mobility 1 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins The Railway Interior Innovation Summit USA 2025 will explore train interior trends, sustainability, and the passenger experience, featuring top industry leaders and an exclusive Brightline facility tour.
vli modernises rail network with hybrid satellite and lte communications in partnership with globalsat 24 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins VLI Logística teams up with Globalsat and Viasat to enhance railway safety and efficiency through real-time communications.
Loop and RSSB launch dashboard to track social value against Sustainable Rail Blueprint goals 17 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins The new dashboard helps rail operators measure and align social impact with RSSB’s Sustainable Rail Blueprint framework.
Railway veteran retires after 48 years of service, reflecting on a ‘fantastic’ career journey 16 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins Geoff Price retires after 48 years with Northern, starting as a carriage cleaner and ending as conductor team manager.
Northern installs 40 new Passenger Assist points 9 April 2025 | By Elizabeth Jordan - Global Railway Review New facilities designed to give disabled customers the confidence to travel by train have been installed at dozens of stations across the North of England.
UK Government launches £5m rail innovation fund to boost accessibility, safety, and passenger experience 7 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins New funding supports UK rail innovations in AI, accessibility, safety, and greener transport, enhancing journeys and encouraging more people to choose rail.
Rail Baltica enters negotiation phase for Control-Command and Signalling subsystem contract 3 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins RB Rail AS begins a one-month negotiation phase with qualified tenderers for the Rail Baltica CCS subsystem, aiming for the best technical and financial solution.