All Stations & buildings articles – Page 2
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NewsCanada confirms Ottawa–Montreal as first segment of Alto high-speed rail project
Canada selects Ottawa–Montreal as first phase of its inaugural high-speed rail network, with construction from 2029 and nationwide consultations beginning in 2026.
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NewsORR publishes first benchmarking report on train operators’ passenger assistance and highlights areas for improvement
The ORR report reveals unreliable delivery of passenger assistance across UK rail operators, prompting formal investigations and action plans to improve service for disabled passengers.
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NewsMayor Sadiq Khan confirms London TfL Tube and rail fare rises for 2026
Sadiq Khan sets out TfL Tube and rail fare increases for 2026, revealing capped rises and funding-led plans for London’s rail network.
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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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NewsContactless pay-as-you-go expands to 30 South-East rail stations
Passengers at 30 more National Rail stations in the South East can tap to travel from December, although Greater Anglia locations are now delayed until summer.
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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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NewsEast West Rail plans faster, higher-frequency services across Oxford–Cambridge corridor
East West Rail reveals new plans to boost train frequencies, add new stations and support major economic growth across the Oxford–Cambridge innovation corridor.
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NewsContactless rail travel extended to all London airports with Stansted and Southend upgrade
From 14 December, passengers can tap in and out at all London airports as government-backed upgrades extend contactless rail ticketing.
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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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NewsSoutheastern expands 3D station maps to enhance accessibility and passenger confidence
Southeastern will introduce 3D maps at 70 stations and update 69 others, helping passengers navigate stations easily and travel with greater confidence.
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NewsNew station investment zones proposed by RIA to boost housing, transport, and economic growth across Great Britain
RIA calls for Station Investment Zones to unlock housing, jobs, and community development while improving transport infrastructure and encouraging public-private investment partnerships.
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NewsAmtrak invests $30 million to improve accessibility at five North Dakota stations
Amtrak has upgraded five North Dakota stations with $30 million in accessibility improvements, enhancing safety, comfort, and passenger experience along the Empire Builder route.
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NewsNetwork Rail unveils new national railway clock at London Bridge station for passengers
Network Rail and Design Bridge launch the first national railway clock in over 50 years at London Bridge, improving passenger navigation and accessibility.
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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.
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Opinion200 years of commercial rail: how safety communications have evolved
As commercial rail celebrates its bicentenary, VIAVI Solution’s Product Line Manager, Railway, Massimiliano Beccuti, examines the evolution of communication networks, crucial in enabling trains to travel at up to 250 mph and beyond – safely.
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Greater Anglia joins publicly owned rail operators as Government advances Great British Railways reform
Greater Anglia’s transfer to public ownership marks a major step in the Government’s rail reform, creating a more reliable, unified and passenger-focused railway.
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NewsLondon Waterloo to close for two days in December for major upgrades
London Waterloo passengers face festive disruption as the station shuts for two days while Network Rail carries out vital upgrade works.
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NewsGreat Western Railway fined £1 million for death of a passenger
Great Western Railway has been fined following the death of Bethan Roper, reinforcing the need for proactive risk management and passenger safety measures on trains.
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NewsNew £46.5 million train depot opens in Huddersfield to support Transpennine route upgrade services
A new £46.5 million light maintenance depot has opened in Huddersfield, supporting the Transpennine Route Upgrade with modern facilities for diesel, electric and bi-mode trains.
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NewsManchester transport to help people with spinal cord injuries when travelling
Back Up and Alstom partnered with Manchester transport operators to deliver a City Skills course helping people with spinal cord injuries travel confidently and independently.