Amtrak breaks ground on new heavy maintenance facility in Philadelphia
Amtrak has begun construction on a new maintenance facility at the Penn Coach Yard in Philadelphia to enhance customer experience and maintain its new Airo and Acela trains.
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Historic agreement paves the way for sustainable rail transport with 100% recycled copper
La Farga, ProRail, Strukton Rail and Railtech BV are installing the world’s first catenary system made from 100% recycled copper, cutting CO₂ emissions by 92%.
Etihad Rail unveils new brand identity to align with UAE’s vision and growth
Etihad Rail has unveiled a new brand identity, aligning with the UAE’s vision for enhanced connectivity and sustainable growth, featuring a refreshed logo, mission and values.
Good News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday,’ we cover Arriva Rail London's partnership with City Harvest to provide 50,000 meals, Railway Mission's celebration of 200 years of the rail industry and TfL’s “In Bloom” gardening competition.
Network Rail signs MoU with Korean Rail Research Institute to enhance rail resilience
Network Rail has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Korean Rail Research Institute to collaborate on developing technology that enhances rail network resilience to extreme weather.
Thameslink launches audio guide for blind and partially sighted passengers
Thameslink has launched an audio guide, developed with input from a blind passenger, to help visually impaired travellers navigate its trains with greater confidence and ease.
TfL awards new contract to KeolisAmey for DLR operations
TfL has awarded KeolisAmey an eight-year contract to operate the Docklands Light Railway, starting 1 April 2025, with a focus on improving customer experience and service sustainability.
Amtrak to begin major rail yard upgrades in Seattle amid record ridership
Amtrak will upgrade Seattle’s King Street Coach Yard with a $300 million project, improving maintenance and preparing for new Airo trains, while supporting sustainability and growing ridership.
Network Rail and Severn Valley Railway celebrate successful year-long partnership
Network Rail and Severn Valley Railway mark the first year of their partnership, achieving cost savings, improved safety training and shared technological benefits.
Consilium Safety Group to acquire Italian fire safety specialist ISE
Consilium's acquisition of ISE enhances fire safety solutions for the rolling stock industry, improving protection for passengers, crews and assets.
First Rail Baltica Information Centre opens in Kaunas, Lithuania
The first Rail Baltica Information Centre has opened in Kaunas, Lithuania, providing insights into the transformative high-speed railway project and its impact on regional transport, economy and infrastructure.
Eurostar and SkyTeam sign agreement for integrated air and rail travel
Eurostar and SkyTeam have signed a ground-breaking agreement to offer seamless air and rail travel options across Europe, enhancing sustainability and convenience for passengers through a single booking platform.
Greater Manchester approves major transport infrastructure investment
Greater Manchester has approved £1.31 million in funding to advance its high-speed rail and Northern Powerhouse Rail proposals, focusing on improving connectivity at key stations.
New European Commission study confirms benefits of competition in passenger rail
A new European Commission study shows that competition in passenger rail lowers prices, improves service and boosts demand, while urging action to overcome remaining challenges.
Saudi Arabia Railways seeks to expand and modernise North-South rail fleet
SAR has announced plans to expand and modernise its North-South passenger rail fleet with 15 new train sets, supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals for infrastructure development and increased transportation capacity.
