ÖBB begins testing of hydrogen train in passenger service
The hydrogen train will operate along two routes for a 10-week testing period to gain a range of experience with the alternative technology.
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First five tech firms announced for HS2’s Innovation Accelerator programme
HS2 Ltd - the company building Britain’s new high-speed rail network - has announced the first five cutting-edge tech firms that will join its Innovation Accelerator programme.
GB Railfreight and Rail Stone Solutions win two contracts to support HS2 construction
The deals with HS2 contractors will see GB Railfreight join forces with Rail Stone Solutions to deliver aggregates by rail to the high-speed rail project’s main construction compounds.
Final section of Merced to Bakersfield high-speed rail line approved
The approval by the California High-Speed Rail Authority’s (Authority) Board of Directors represents another major milestone for the high-speed rail line, as it continues to implement the project in the interest of California and the Central Valley’s future.
Network Rail publishes strategy to highlight importance of decarbonising the railway
The collaborative cross-industry initiative, chaired by Network Rail, provides technical advice to funders on how changing rail traction can contribute to the UK target of net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
GTR unveils ‘Affirmation Art’ at train stations to support the vulnerable
On annual World Suicide Prevention Day, Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) has unveiled 'Affirmation Art’ clusters across some of its busiest stations to raise awareness of the company’s ongoing support and understanding to those who may be feeling vulnerable.
Network Rail publishes Stonehaven tragedy interim report
The report outlines the need for a wide range of changes and improvements by Network Rail following the Stonehaven tragedy.
Welsh government calls for better support for South East Wales rail network
The Welsh government has called for support in delivering improvements to Wales’ railway, particularly in South East Wales.
Grand Central cancels Blackpool to London route launch due to COVID-19 disruption
Grand Central will not launch its planned North West route train service between Blackpool and London after COVID-19 rendered plans ‘unfeasible’.
Canadian National Railway orders 50 all-electric trucks for intermodal fleet
The Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is to acquire 50 zero-emission trucks as part of its fleet of vehicles for intermodal use.
GTR opens rail’s largest EV charging hub to meet increasing consumer demand
On World Electric Vehicle (EV) Day, Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) - the UK’s biggest rail franchise - has opened a dedicated EV charging hub at Hatfield Station to meet the increasing consumer demand for electric vehicles.
Network Rail funds railway infrastructure artificial intelligence project
Innovate UK has selected Hexagon’s Geospatial division to conduct a research project that will result in faster and higher-precision mapping of railway infrastructure through the use of artificial intelligence.
Translink NI Railways releases level crossing safety video
The video has been created to remind motorists, cyclists and pedestrians how they should behave at level crossings.
DB Cargo awards two-engine locomotives contract to Siemens Mobility
Siemens Mobility will deliver a total of 400 electric and diesel hybrid locomotives to DB Cargo, with the first delivery expected in 2023.
Network Rail investing in latest digital signalling technology in Manchester
As part of the Great North Rail Project, Network Rail is investing £36 million to transform Manchester’s railway signalling system and improve journeys for passengers and freight.
