$5 million investment strengthens Australian rail networks
A $5 million investment in regional New South Wales is enhancing rail network resilience, with Brimble's new facility poised to support critical track resurfacing services across Australia.
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Great Northern expands rush hour services with new timetable
Great Northern’s new timetable, launching on 15 December, adds rush hour services with increased capacity and flexibility for commuters travelling between Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire and London.
Heidi Alexander appointed as UK Secretary of State for Transport
Heidi Alexander MP has been appointed as Secretary of State for Transport, taking on key responsibilities for advancing the UK’s transport priorities, including affordability, sustainability and major rail infrastructure projects.
Transport Secretary unveils vision for seamless, people-centric transport across England
Former Transport Secretary Louise Haigh unveiled a landmark Integrated National Transport Strategy to modernise England's transport networks, emphasising seamless connectivity and local collaboration.
European rail leaders address infrastructure resilience and funding challenges in Vienna
European rail leaders gathered in Vienna to address resilience challenges, funding needs and collaboration strategies for creating a sustainable, high-performing rail network across the EU.
Good News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday,’ we cover TPE’s extra concert-night trains, Thameslink employees honoured with British Empire Medals and London Overground’s new culturally inspired line names and colours.
Iconic high-speed train joins digital signalling tests on East Coast Main Line
The iconic High Speed Train has become the first older generation train to participate in digital signalling tests on the East Coast Main Line, marking a key step in modernising British rail operations.
Rail Baltica achieves key milestones in strategic infrastructure development
Rail Baltica achieved key milestones with the "Friends of Rail Baltica" group reaffirming its strategic importance and Latvia approving a phased implementation plan to advance the project's first phase.
Riyadh launches Saudi Arabia’s first fully automated metro network with RATP Dev
Riyadh has officially launched Saudi Arabia's first fully automated metro network, a major step in transforming urban mobility, with RATP Dev playing a key role in its development and operation.
Amtrak names Jennifer Mitchell as Executive Vice President of Strategy and Planning
Amtrak has appointed Jennifer Mitchell as Executive Vice President of Strategy and Planning, where she will lead the company’s long-term vision and strategic growth amid surging demand for intercity rail travel.
Eurotunnel to double direct high-speed rail services via Channel Tunnel by 2034
Eurotunnel plans to double direct high-speed rail services via the Channel Tunnel by 2034, accelerating low-carbon mobility between London and major European cities.
Northern Train highlights success of chemical-free cleaning system
Northern's switch to the chemical-free Clean Zero cleaner has resulted in reduced waste, fewer hazardous chemicals and significant cost savings, while maintaining high cleanliness standards.
DB Schenker pilots remote-controlled forklifts in Kassel, Germany
DB Schenker and enabl Technologies have launched a pilot programme at the Kassel logistics hub, using remote-controlled forklifts to enhance flexibility and productivity in response to demand fluctuations.
Lumo’s Class 803 fleet wins Gold at Golden Spanner Awards for reliability
The 100% electric Lumo fleet won the top Golden Spanner award for reliability, marking its third consecutive win and setting new standards for dependable rail service on the East Coast Mainline.
Huddersfield Station marks one year of upgrades under Transpennine Route Upgrade
Over the past year, the Transpennine Route Upgrade has modernised Huddersfield Station while preserving historic features, enhancing future rail connectivity and sustainability in northern England.