All Procurement & supplier management articles – Page 2
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NewsFirstGroup selected as TfL’s preferred operator for London Overground contract
Transport for London has selected FirstGroup for the new London Overground operator contract, awarding an eight-year deal to run and improve services.
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NewsRail Freight Group urges MPs to safeguard freight in Railways Bill
Rail Freight Group has told MPs that urgent amendments are needed to the Railways Bill 2025 to secure freight growth and competitiveness.
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NewsPublicly owned train operators drive major new UK fleet investment
UK publicly owned train operators are advancing significant fleet procurements designed to modernise services, boost accessibility and improve performance for passengers.
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Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn advance plans for direct London to Germany high-speed trains
Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn have signed an MoU to pursue direct high-speed trains linking London with Cologne and Frankfurt from early 2030s.
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NewsCardiff Central redevelopment approved as major station overhaul begins 2026
A £77 million funding boost has cleared the way for Cardiff Central’s 2026 rebuild, transforming capacity and passenger experience at Wales’ busiest station.
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NewsRIA survey shows UK rail market confidence falling among business leaders
A new Railway Industry Association survey of 125 rail business leaders reveals falling confidence, recruitment freezes and fears of a work hiatus across the UK rail market.
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NewsIndia celebrates a decade of Alstom MELPL transforming freight mobility and local rail industry
Alstom and Indian Railways mark ten years of MELPL, delivering high-powered locomotives, creating over 10,000 jobs, and driving Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.
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ArticleRail: taking over networks, not risks
Public transport liberalisation has reshaped Europe’s mobility market. Hexagon has experienced the trend first-hand: the company has worked with more than 120 public transport agencies and operators worldwide. Executive Industry Consultant Edouard Podolak explains how digital tools and strong asset management can help operators win tenders and run networks. ...
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New DLR trains withdrawn over faulty brakes after just six weeks in service on London light railway
Docklands Light Railway removes new B23 trains after brake faults, with older stock covering services while engineers investigate and a reduced timetable remains in place.
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NewsAlstom to deliver 42 Coradia Max trains for PKP Intercity with 30 years maintenance
Alstom signs €1.6 billion deal to supply 42 Coradia Max double-deck trains to PKP Intercity, offering modern, sustainable, and accessible travel across Poland.
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NewsNetwork Rail completes UK’s first low-carbon track renewal between Honor Oak Park and Forest Hill
Network Rail and Southern Renewals Enterprise deliver the UK’s first low-carbon track renewal, cutting emissions through innovative materials and renewable-powered operations in south London.
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NewsHitachi Rail to modernise Alexandria Raml Tram doubling capacity and enhancing passenger experience
Hitachi Rail will upgrade Egypt’s historic Alexandria Raml Tram, improving speed, capacity, safety, and digital passenger systems while supporting sustainable urban transport goals.
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NewsScotRail launches procurement for new suburban train fleet to improve reliability and passenger experience
ScotRail invites suppliers to tender for a new suburban train fleet, offering improved comfort, accessibility, reliability, and supporting greener travel across Scotland’s busiest routes.
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NewsUnion Pacific recognises customers and suppliers driving sustainability and innovation in freight operations across America
Union Pacific honoured 16 customers and suppliers for innovative sustainability initiatives, highlighting collaboration, environmental stewardship, and measurable progress towards greener, more efficient freight transport solutions.
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First framework agreements signed to supply multi-ducts and cable-ducts for Rail Baltica project
Rail Baltica has secured multi-duct and cable-duct suppliers, marking a major milestone in developing the cross-border high-speed railway and supporting regional industry.
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NewsNew York Penn Station reaches key milestone under 'Trump Time'
USDOT and Amtrak have reached three major milestones in the New York Penn Station Transformation Project, aiming to modernise operations and enhance passenger experience.
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ArticleSurge’s rail-first approach aims to bring affordable internet to Indonesia
Surge is using a “railway-first” fibre network strategy to transform Indonesia’s broadband market. By building along railway corridors, partnering with the national rail operator, Huawei, and local ISPs, the company aims to deliver faster, more affordable internet while advancing national goals for digital inclusion and education.
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NewsDB ESG opens Rail Technology Hub to drive UK rail innovation
DB ESG has opened a new Rail Technology Hub in Derby to accelerate engineering innovation, sustainability and collaboration across the UK rail sector.
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NewsLiebherr to supply HVAC systems for Stadler Intercity trains operated by Saudi Arabia Railways
Liebherr-Transportation Systems will provide HVAC systems for Stadler’s new Intercity DMUs, ensuring passenger comfort on Saudi Arabia Railways’ east-west corridor.
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NewsPBH Rail Group’s Civils division celebrates first year with strong growth and impressive turnover
PBH Rail Group’s Civils Division marks its first anniversary, achieving a £500,000 turnover and completing 36 diverse rail and infrastructure projects across the UK.