First Nova 1 bullet train en route to the UK after leaving Japan 20 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review TransPennine Express is introducing three fleets of new trains, including 19 new five-carriage trains harnessing Japanese bullet train technology, which will enter service in 2019…
Metra has launched an $84.8 million network-wide improvement plan 19 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review Including improvements on crossings, signalling technology, bridges, stations and railroad ties, Metra is spending nearly $85 million on ensuring their transportation service is of high quality…
Opening of Connecticut’s Hartford Line service has been scheduled 19 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review The new rail service will not only transform the region’s transportation network but also marks the beginning of intense economic development…
GB Railfreight chooses Alstom for the maintenance of Caledonian Sleepers 19 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review Alstom will provide full maintenance support for Class 92 locomotives, securing employment for a production team at their Wembley Depot...
Slovenia’s contract for a brand-new fleet is awarded to Stadler 18 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review The new regional trains offer plenty of seats, extra amenities and storage space for equipment and luggage, demonstrating a will to make rail transport attractive for all…
Auburn’s Grade Crossing Protective Fund grants have been approved 18 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review Following the city's request, more than $30,000 for rail crossing safety has been granted to Auburn, meaning the illumination, visibility and overall safety of the crossings will be improved…
£115 million contract for ‘On Track Machines’ awarded to Balfour Beatty 18 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review Balfour Beatty has been awarded the £115 million contract from Network Rail for the supply, operation and maintenance of On Track Machines...
VIA Rail Canada launches RFQ for manufacturer of new fleet 17 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review The fleet renewal is part of VIA Rail's transformation plan to lead Canadians towards a more sustainable future with an improved transport network…
New Caledonian Sleeper trains are now being tested in the UK 17 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review The introduction of new trains summarises a wide range of improvements and investments into Caledonian Sleepers since Serco took over the franchise on behalf of the Scottish Government in April 2015…
The first two new Bombardier TRAXX locomotives arrive in the Czech Republic 17 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review The new vehicles will assist the operator, RegioJet, in continuing the improvements across their railway network; increasing the frequency and reliability of the train services…
PORR consortium wins contract for Austria’s largest tunnelling project 16 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review The PORR-Hinteregger consortium will be responsible for building the lot H51 Pfons-Brenner section in collaboration with Italian joint venture partners Società Italiana per Condotte d’Acqua and Itinera...
Turkish State Railways have purchased 10 Velaro high-speed trains 16 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review The global distribution of Siemens Velaro trains continues to expand, providing enhanced comfort and improved passenger experience…
Union Pacific invests $22.3 million in Idaho’s transportation infrastructure 13 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review Union Pacific plans to spend $3.3 billion across its network this year, following investments totalling approximately $34 billion from 2008-2017…
Construction begins on first full-scale Hyperloop system 13 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review The first full-scale Hyperloop system moves closer to reality with delivery scheduled for the first set of tubes and passenger capsules in Toulouse…
Network Rail asks companies to challenge their current rail standards 12 April 2018 | By Global Railway Review To encourage further improvements and innovations across the UK’s rail network, Network Rail is asking contractors and stakeholders to highlight where standards and regulations need to be changed…
