European Commission conditionally clears Alstom acquisition of Bombardier Transportation
Alstom's acquisition of Bombardier Transportation has been given conditional clearance based on four proposed engagements.
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HS2 Chiltern site progresses in preparation for tunnel boring
Prior to the arrival of the two tunnel boring machines, HS2 has completed the high headwall and ground reinforcement at the Chiltern tunnel site.
Free construction training course for unemployed along line of route launched by HS2
HS2 is offering the training course to support those who are unemployed or searching for a new career opportunity along its route.
First of new Stansted Express electric trains begin operation
The first two of 12 new Stadler electric trains have begun operation on the Stansted Express route, marking the start of the final phase of the programme.
Scotland reveals plans for decarbonised rail services by 2035
Transport Scotland's 'Rail Services Decarbonisation Action Plan' outlines ambitious targets for the sustainable future of the country's railway.
GTR partners with Amazon to introduce click and collect services at stations
By introducing the Amazon Hub Lockers across its network, Govia Thameslink Railway adds another layer of convenience for its passengers.
Shift2Rail awards 19 project grants for its Call for Proposals 2020
Worth almost €148 million, the new projects will deliver key Shift2Rail results through technological demonstrators and pave the way to the successor programme.
Battery-powered switcher developed by Progress Rail in conjuction with Vale
Progress Rail has developed a new battery-powered switcher locomotive to be available globally, working in collaboration with its South American customer, Vale.
All train operators in Britain now recognise the Sunflower scheme
All train operators in Britain and Network Rail are now signed up to the Sunflower scheme, designed to enable people with non-visible disabilities to discreetly let others know that they might require a little more time, support or assistance when travelling.
Harsco Rail signs its first ever rail grinder contract with Hungarian Railways
The $10.3 million order is Harsco Rail's first grinder contract for MÁV FKG Kft-t, which manages all maintenance and renovation of Hungary's national railway network.
New Thameslink information screens at St Pancras improve passenger experience
Thameslink passengers using St Pancras station will now benefit from clearer, more comprehensive information on seven new screens at the street-level entrance to the operator’s subterranean platforms.
Plans for Birmingham International Station transformation enter new design stage
Stakeholders in the Birmingham International Station transformation project have agreed a crucial design stage, moving the development forward.
Hyperloop guidance document published by USDOT and NETT Council
As the first of its kind, the new guidance document places the U.S. one step closer to the development of hyperloop across the country.
New investment announced to improve mobile connectivity across UK rail
The UK government has dedicated £200,000 to develop better mobile connectivity for passengers when travelling across the UK rail network.
HS2 approves implementation of Project Bank Accounts across Phase One
By approving the use of PBAs, HS2 is restoring confidence in small and medium enterprises amidst drastic economic uncertainty due to COVID-19.
