Infrastructure Australia’s priority list is supported by ARA
Many infrastructure projects have been identified as priorities in a list for 2018 by Infrastructure Australia, all of which have the support of the Australian Railway Association…
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Maryland Transit Administration awards Bombardier a five-year extension
Bombardier’s operations and maintenance contract with one of the largest multi-modal transit systems in the United States has been extended for five years, emphasising the company’s strong position in the North American rail services market…
Countdown to the Rail Live! Exhibition and the 14th World Metro & Light Rail Congress has started
The BEC (Bilbao Exhibition Centre) will host from April 18 - 19, 2018 one of the most important trade fairs and congresses in the sector for urban, light rail and regional rail networks...
Siemens and Alstom have signed a Business Combination Agreement
The agreement has been signed and both companies have suggested individuals to be nominated for the leadership roles within the new mobility business: Siemens Alstom…
ATO has been operated with ETCS during passenger service for the first time
The success underlines the combined efforts of Network Rail, the supply chain and the train operators that have worked over the last five years on this project whilst demonstrating how an industry approach is the way to solve future railway capacity issues…
Freight support needs to be included in rail investment strategy, believes FTA
Efficient rail freight is vital to keep Britain trading, with a direct impact on more than 7 million people employed in the movement of goods. With new technology and other disruptive forces affecting the industry, targets for freight need to be included in the investment strategy…
Two companies are to compete for the O’Hare Express rail line project
The O’Hare Express rail line will offer many benefits to the city, travellers and residents, providing a faster commute between the airport and downtown, helping mitigate congestion on the roads, fostering economic growth and creating jobs throughout the lifetime of the project…
India’s rail infrastructure will be improved with $120 million loan
A significant loan is going to be used to electrify some of the railway tracks along high density corridors in India whilst other sections will be double-tracked…
West of England rail companies join to secure £9.45 billion economic plan
A long-term plan has been created to demonstrate how an improved 'partnership railway' of the public and private sectors will secure prosperity for the region, strengthen the economy, improve journeys and provide rewarding careers…
UK Government requests funding proposals for new Heathrow rail link
The UK Government has requested private companies and local authorities to present ideas for a new southern rail link to Heathrow Airport that will help improve the transport network across the country; providing more services, journeys and connections...
Virgin’s new Azuma trains have arrived in the UK
Once the Azuma fleet is complete, the Virgin rail network will have a higher capacity, offering faster journeys and providing an improved passenger experience…
HS2 independent assessment services contract has been awarded
Network Certification Body and CERTIFER are now responsible for the HS2 infrastructure and ensuring safety standards are met throughout the project, after they partnered and won the HS2 assessment contract…
Government of Canada to fund new fleet for VIA Rail
The Government of Canada has announced that it will provide funding for VIA Rail – Canada's national rail passenger service – to replace its fleet in the Quebec City-Windsor Corridor...
Norway has selected Thales to provide next-generation Traffic Management System
Norway’s modernisation programme includes a new signalling system and will increase the attractiveness of rail travel through improved passenger service as well as delivering environmental, social and economic benefits across the country…
Investment strategy for Scotland’s rail improvements has been published
Transport Scotland has published their strategy detailing the investments in their planned rail improvements which will take place over the next decade…
