HS2 ramps up work on concrete deck of the UK’s longest railway bridge
HS2 has begun production on 1,000 concrete segments that will form the deck of the Colne Valley Viaduct, the UK’s longest railway bridge.
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Thales delivers signalling system for section of Adif rail network
The new signalling system represents an increase in safety and reliability for the Humanes-Monfragüe railway section, as well as the quality of sustainable travel between stations.
Survey reveals focus is needed on punctuality and reliability
Transport Focus has published its latest passenger satisfaction survey which reveals punctuality and reliability are the most important drivers of overall satisfaction.
Port of Gothenburg’s record rail traffic looks set to continue
The Port of Gothenburg handled a record 458,000 TEUs during 2021, with the amount of TEUs likely to rise even higher throughout 2022.
PKP Energetyka invest in hydrogen revolution for Polish railway
Poland's first railway traction micro-system using electrolysers is to be built thanks to tender published by the company.
ÖBB RCG expand network connection to three-border region
ÖBB RCG announce new TransFER connection from Wolfurt to Frenkendorf, which offers end-to-end connection every mile of the way.
HS2 undergo huge recruitment drive to mark National Apprenticeship Week
HS2 announce a record number of apprenticeships will play a part in construction to mark National Apprenticeship Week.
Tilt metre trial offers landslip protection for Scottish railways
Network Rail is trialling a tilt metre monitoring system to warn of earth movements, allowing them to better manage risks to passengers.
Agreement signed by EIB and Medway for expansion of rail cargo services
EIB agree to finance €45 million for Medway’s project that supports the expansion of rail freight and transport services across regions of Portugal and Spain.
Sea wall project is key to preventing disaster for Dawlish and its railway
The construction of a new sea wall, attempting to prevent further damage on the South Devon coastline, is progressing well and having a positive effect on the local community of Dawlish and their railway.
Sustainable battery powered locomotive trialled by GB Railfreight
GB Railfreight is undertaking a three-month trial with a Class 18 Hybrid+ CBD90 diesel-battery shunting locomotive owned by Beacon Rail Leasing.
Webuild complete the installation of the Buttaceto Viaduct
The installation of the Buttaceto Viaduct on the Palermo-Catalina rail line has been completed, offering key infrastructure for sustainable mobility in Southern Italy.
Access to life-saving defibrillators now at stations across Wales
Installation of over 200 life-saving defibrillators has begun at TfW stations across Wales and the borders.
Low-emissions locomotive begins extensive test runs in Finland
The new DR19 locomotive has arrived in Finland to start test runs that will ensure its functionality on the Finnish rail network.
Investment of €13.6 billion to help DB modernise the network and stations
DB are planning to modernise German rail stations throughout 2022 by utilising a record investment sum of €13.6 billion.
