Rail automation based on tried and tested technology
As the digitalisation of rail continues, Bosch Engineering is researching and developing systems and functions for automation of rail traffic.
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LNER see strong post-pandemic passenger recovery
ORR have published data which shows that LNER saw more customers return to its services when compared with pre-pandemic usage than any other franchised operator.
Go-Ahead to deploy brand-new 1,000-seat Siemens electric trains in Bavaria
Go-Ahead are to operate on six additional German routes with a fleet of double-decker Siemens electric trains starting from December.
ORR publish report on Network Rail’s efficiency and financial performance
ORR’s report shows that despite Network Rail’s efficiency improvements, their wider financial performance missed its target by £487 million in 2021-2022.
HS2 launch search for manager to run new Innovation Investment Fund
The chosen fund manager will act on behalf of partnership members to invest in transport construction start-ups working to deliver Britain’s new high-speed rail network.
GCRE acquire a fleet of three Class 360/2 EMUs
The newly acquired fleet of Class 360/2 EMUs will be used by the Global Centre of Rail Excellence as part of their testing and research.
Fleet of specialist trains and drones to keep UK rail routes clear of leaves in Autumn
Aerial drones and specialist trains will be used to wash leaf debris from UK main lines during the Autumn.
RIA calls on Government to reduce rail uncertainty
On the eve of the new Transport Secretary’s speech at the 2022 Conservative Party Conference, the RIA has called for the UK Government to provide more certainty to the rail industry.
Three companies nominated for 2nd tender round of Rail Baltica mainline in Latvia
Companies from Italy, France, and Spain have been nominated for the 2nd round of construction supervision services for the Rail Baltica main line.
Global Railway Review Weekly News Roundup
Craig Waters, Editor of Global Railway Review, explores what made the headlines in the rail industry during week 26-30 September 2022.
InnoTrans 2022 in pictures
With 137,394 visitor numbers official announced through the doors of the Messe Berlin, we take a look back at InnoTrans 2022 with a selection of photos taken by the Global Railway Review team.
ORR asks for views on next periodic review of HS1 Ltd
The ORR has launched a consultation to ask stakeholders for their views on the processes and approach to the next periodic review of HS1 Ltd.
New report urges UK Gov to harness private sector to deliver rail growth
Rail Partners have published a report which outlines how private operators can support Government ambitions for growth and net zero.
RSSB sign MoU with Korea Railroad Research Institute
RSSB have signed an MoU with the Korea Railroad Research Institute to enable more collaboration in research and development to further improve railway safety.
South Western Railway commit to reach net zero by 2040
South Western Railway have announced a landmark commitment to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2040 at the latest.
