Northern removes first three outdated Pacers from network 4 December 2019 | By Global Railway Review Three Pacers have been removed and returned to owning company Angel Trains, with many more to follow in the coming weeks.
Nomad Digital launches private Trackside Radio technology 3 December 2019 | By Nomad Digital The Trackside Radio Networks solution provides passengers with a seamless, high speed Wi-Fi connection throughout their journey, including when travelling through tunnels or under bridges.
Ferrovienord order 31 regional trains from Alstom for Lombardy Region 3 December 2019 | By Global Railway Review The ordered train is part of Alstom's Coradia Stream family, and the first delivery to the region is expected to be sometime in 2022.
Fifth rail freight service launched by iPort Rail to accommodate demand 2 December 2019 | By Global Railway Review It is the fifth service launched within a 13-month period, and will be operated by GB Railfreight from iPort Doncaster to Felixstowe.
First Rail appoints Managing Director for Non-Franchised Businesses 2 December 2019 | By Global Railway Review Andy Mellors will leave his current position at South Western Railway in order to undertake the new role at First Rail from 6 January 2020.
Zonegreen celebrates second Australian install 30 November 2019 | By Zonegreen The reputation of rail safety specialist, Zonegreen, is on the up down under, after its technology was chosen to protect workers at a second high-tech train maintenance facility.
CP to establish Montreal multi-commodity terminal 29 November 2019 | By Global Railway Review The new Canadian Pacific terminal will be utilised for transportation and distribution, with TYT Group responsible for operation.
EU member states to vote on passenger rights and obligations text 29 November 2019 | By Global Railway Review The new regulation will strengthen the rights of passengers in the face of delays and cancellations, and will limit the financial impact on rail operators.
FRA recognises MTA LIRR for railroad safety programme 29 November 2019 | By Global Railway Review The programme utilises flexible delineators at railroad crossings and enhanced GPS alerts to dramatically improve railroad safety.
Azerbaijan Railways to receive FLIRT trains from Stadler 29 November 2019 | By Global Railway Review Stadler will provide 10 five-car FLIRT trains to Azerbaijan Railways (ADY), valued at €115 million, and is the first order for FLIRT from the rail transport operator.
SBB Cargo announces Désirée Baer as new CEO 28 November 2019 | By Global Railway Review Désirée Baer will take over the management of SBB Cargo AG on 1 March 2020, succeeding Nicolas Perrin who moves to SBB Cargo's Board of Directors.
Avanti West Coast revealed as name for new InterCity West Coast rail franchise 27 November 2019 | By Global Railway Review FirstGroup and Trenitalia have unveiled that Avanti West Coast will be the name of the new InterCity West Coast rail franchise in the UK, heralding a new era of innovative high-speed rail services.
MBTA awards Keolis the contract for Phase 2 and 3 of Franklin double-track project 27 November 2019 | By Global Railway Review Keolis Commuter Services were awarded the contract by MBTA, following a successful delivery of Phase 1 ahead of schedule and under budget.
New managing directors announced for West Coast Partnership rail franchise 27 November 2019 | By Global Railway Review FirstGroup and Trenitalia have announced two new managing directors and confirmed the company's executive team for the West Coast Partnership rail franchise.
Arup appointed by RSSB for review of hydrogen trains case 26 November 2019 | By Global Railway Review Arup's responsibilities will help to inform specific design solutions for hydrogen-powered trains, factoring in safety and operation risks.
