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South East rail stations to introduce tap-in tap-out technology for easier travel

5 September 2024 | By Global Railway Review

Passengers in the South East will benefit from simpler, more flexible train travel as 47 stations introduce tap-in tap-out contactless payment technology from 22 September 2024.

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HS2 project completes first viaduct in Northamptonshire

5 September 2024 | By Global Railway Review

The HS2 project has completed its first viaduct in Northamptonshire, marking a key milestone in the construction of the high-speed rail line set to connect London and the North.

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UK government launches major rail reform with Shadow Great British Railways initiative

4 September 2024 | By Global Railway Review

Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has launched Shadow Great British Railways, marking the start of a major overhaul aimed at unifying rail services and infrastructure to improve reliability and prioritise passenger experience.

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Arriva’s Grand Central seeks to extend track access rights until 2038

2 September 2024 | By Global Railway Review

Grand Central is seeking to extend its track access rights until 2038, aiming to secure services and invest in new Bi-Mode trains to enhance capacity, modernise its fleet and reduce environmental impact.

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Good News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!

30 August 2024 | By Global Railway Review

In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover Northern's biodiversity efforts at train stations, Waterloo Station's achievement of the Autism Friendly Award and TfL's new Liberty Line launch alongside its search for local heroes.

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Venturing into generative AI to enhance the passenger experience

29 August 2024 | By Kerry Phillipson - Arriva UK Trains

Kerry Phillipson, Retail Project Manager at Arriva UK Trains, speaks to Global Railway Review's Halimah Haque about the transformative potential of generative artificial intelligence within the rail sector, with a key focus on enhancing information to improve customer interactions.

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Nine start-ups join forces with UK train operators to innovate rail industry

29 August 2024 | By Global Railway Review

Nine start-ups have been selected to collaborate with UK train operators in the Future Labs programme, aiming to drive innovation in the rail industry through a 12-week mentorship and real-world testing initiative.

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Network Rail offers discount on track access charges to boost rail freight

28 August 2024 | By Global Railway Review

Network Rail is offering a six-month waiver on track access charges to train operators, aiming to boost rail freight and reduce road congestion and carbon emissions.

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GTR to combat antisocial behaviour with new security initiatives

28 August 2024 | By Global Railway Review

Govia Thameslink Railway has appointed Hannah Lindsay as its first Security Improvement Manager to lead a £2.5 million initiative aimed at combating antisocial behaviour across the network.

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Digital in-cab signalling testing advances for East Coast Main Line

23 August 2024 | By Global Railway Review

The successful completion of dynamic ETCS testing for Govia Thameslink Railway’s Class 387 and DB Cargo’s Class 66 marks a key advancement in the East Coast Digital Programme, setting the stage for further digital signalling integration.

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Railway Industry Association responds to Urban Transport Group’s new report

22 August 2024 | By Global Railway Review

Urban Transport Group's report presents five practical recommendations aimed at maximising the economic benefits of transport investment, highlighting the need for a bold national vision for public transport to enhance UK growth, productivity and decarbonisation.

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Transport experts urge UK government to revitalise high-speed rail plans

21 August 2024 | By Global Railway Review

Transport experts and campaigners are urging the UK government to take immediate steps to enhance the HS2 rail network by advancing critical projects in London and Staffordshire.

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VolkerRail wins £150 million Scotland Railway signalling framework

21 August 2024 | By Global Railway Review

VolkerRail has secured a £150 million contract to upgrade Scotland's railway signalling, power and communications infrastructure as part of a five-year framework.

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HS1 achieves ISO 55001 certification for high-speed line

20 August 2024 | By Global Railway Review

HS1 has earned ISO 55001 certification for its 109-kilometer high-speed rail line and four stations, including St Pancras International, highlighting strong operational and safety performance.

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Network Rail appoints AtkinsRéalis for major signalling and telecommunications project

19 August 2024 | By Global Railway Review

AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. has secured a major contract with Network Rail to upgrade signalling and telecommunications in the UK's Eastern region, covering over 6,000 miles of track.

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