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Historic MoU signed to advance U.S. high-speed rail
California and Southern Nevada Building Trades have committed to constructing America’s first true high-speed rail system connecting Las Vegas and Southern California, Brightline West.
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Brightline West announce landmark agreement with High-Speed Rail Labor Coalition
Brightline West have signed an MOU with the High-Speed Rail Labor Coalition prioritising skilled labour for the high-speed rail system.
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Caltrans, CDFW and Brightline enter agreement to build wildlife overcrossings
Caltrans, Brightline West and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, have agreed to design and construct dedicated overcrossings to provide a sustainable and safe path for wildlife.
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Green travel, bright futures
Adrian Share, Executive Vice President, Rail Infrastructure at Brightline West explains how offering a connected, green and efficient rail system is key to getting people out of their cars and transforming attitudes to train travel in America.
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In-Depth Focus: Rail’s Role in Delivering Zero Carbon Targets
Rail is already one of the cleanest and greenest modes for transporting large numbers of people and goods, but the industry is being called on to cut its carbon footprint even further. This In-Depth Focus explores some of the latest projects, developments and initiatives being worked on to ensure rail…
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Global Railway Review Issue 4 2021
Packed full of exclusive content, including: a Roundtable discussion on Improving the Passenger Experience; an In-Depth Focus to explore Rail’s Role In Reaching Zero Carbon Targets; the continual progress of Russian Railways’ digital transformation; the digital optimisation of track maintenance in Hungary; and much more!
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Brightline West acquires site in Las Vegas for high-speed rail station
Located at the south end of the famed Las Vegas Blvd., the 110-acre location will create a convenient hub for passengers to connect easily upon arrival in Las Vegas.
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Brightline CEO presents to Congress ways to unlock the potential of high-speed rail
Michael Reininger, Brightline's CEO, has presented to a U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure subcommittee with several recommendations on the steps that Congress can take to unlock more private investment into high-speed rail.
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Plans revealed for Vegas-LA high-speed rail project
The Brightline West project is expected to break ground on the first segment between Victor Valley and Las Vegas in late 2020 and commence revenue service in early 2024.