ATO test train transports passengers in the Netherlands for the first time
The test marks the first time passengers have been on-board an ATO train in the Netherlands, which can accelerate and brake automatically.
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GURU® railroad freeze protection drain valves for locomotives and passenger trains
Prepare for a freeze-free winter with the GURU® for water cooled locomotives and the GURU PC® for passenger trains potable water-bearing systems.
TransPennine Express set performance recovery target by Transport for the North
Following the worst performance figures in the UK in late 2019, TransPennine Express must now deliver a service that restores passenger trust.
Keep your railroad freeze protection up to date with the GURU® Rebuild Program
GURU® Rebuild Program: Cost-effectively keep your GURU PC® freeze protection drain valves for passenger trains functioning at peak performance.
California High-Speed Rail Authority releases Draft 2020 Business Plan
The draft business plan has been released for public review and comment, focusing on the developments made for the new Californian high-speed rail line.
Tanta–El Mansoura–Damietta rail project in Egypt supported by EIB
The EIB agreement will see up to €1.5 million in grant finance support the redevelopment of 118km of line between Tanta and Damietta.
Latest California high-speed rail project construction photos released
The photos show the first iconic structure on the high-speed rail alignment nearing completion - the double arches spanning the San Joaquin River that will serve as the gateway into Northern Fresno.
ŽSSK reveals RegioPanter EMU for the Žilina and Trenčín region
Representing a €160 million investment from ŽSSK, the new EMUs will provide passengers with a wide range of modernised benefits.
UWC receives RC FRT certification for two articulated hopper cars
The hopper cars have the potential to increase Russia's rail network’s carrying capacity and reduce the price of transporting freight.
Chicago area upgrades to GURU PC® for passenger car freeze protection
The Chicago area commuter regional rail operator has upgraded to GURU PC® for passenger car freeze protection.
Electrostar manufacturers and suppliers agree on new ETCS approach
Siemens Mobility, Bombardier and Porterbrook have come to an agreement on the best approach to introducing ETCS on existing Electrostar units.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirms HS2 will go ahead
The UK Prime Minister has confirmed that HS2 will go ahead, with construction for Phase 1 from London to the West Midlands set to begin in April 2020.
‘My Driver by Thalys’ service adds new mobility options
Thalys passengers can now choose between around 50 local taxi fleets to complete their rail journeys via the Thalys app or website.
XRAIL secures funding from HSBC UK for expansion into Saudi Arabia
The funding contract will help XRAIL to deliver its maintenance requirements for its Saudi Arabia’s Haramain High Speed Railway contract.
ÖBB Rail Cargo Group continues expansion of its Carrier network
Following the acquisition of Rail Time Polska Sp. z.o.o. in 2019, ÖBB Rail Cargo Group's Carrier network has now expanded into 12 European countries.
