All Timetabling & capacity articles – Page 7
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NewsNextgen Acela high-speed trains to transform travel between Boston, New York and Washington DC by 2027
Amtrak’s Nextgen Acela launches 28 august, offering faster journeys, more seats, and modern amenities along the busy northeast corridor between Boston and Washington.
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NewsCPK completes Retkinia launching chamber ahead of Poland’s longest high-speed rail tunnel construction
CPK has finalised the Retkinia chamber in Łódź, paving the way for high-speed tunnel excavation beginning in 2026.
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NewsC2C rail services to enter public ownership as part of Great British Railways rollout
From 20 July, C2C train services will become publicly owned, supporting plans to unify and improve Britain’s rail network.
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NewsThe 2025 China International Metro Transit Exhibition (MetroTrans)
The Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China has recently issued the "Reply of the Ministry of Commerce on Agreeing to Hold the 2025 China International Metro Transit Exhibition", approving the China Association of Metros to host the 2025 China International Metro Transit Exhibition (MetroTrans) in Qingdao Shandong ...
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NewsFlash flooding vs freight rail
The recent flash floods that swept through Texas have delivered a stark and immediate lesson on the escalating vulnerability of critical infrastructure to extreme weather events.
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NewsTransport for the North responds to Green light for road and rail upgrades
As of July 8th and 9th, 2025, the UK government has given the green light to over 50 road and rail upgrades across the country, backed by a £92 billion investment as part of its "Plan for Change."
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NewsEurostar and St. Pancras to double capacity in major international station expansion project
Eurostar and St. Pancras Highspeed plan a major expansion to boost capacity and meet soaring demand for sustainable European travel.
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NewsPublicly owned train operators coordinate maintenance plans to improve efficiency and reduce depot congestion
Northern, LNER and TransPennine Express collaborate at Heaton depot to maximise capacity and streamline maintenance across shared facilities.
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ArticleFrom Data to Decisions: Unlocking Rail Potential with Digital Twins
In today’s measurement-rich environment, rail and transit owner-operators have access to more data than ever, from track geometry and IoT to inspection logs and environmental conditions. But the real challenge lies not in collecting data, but in making it actionable.
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ReportGlobal Railway Review’s Track Insight: Track Maintenance
This Track Insight delves into the revolutionary technological advancements that are transforming how we approach track maintenance.
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NewsEurostar power car 3999 joins lineup for Alstom’s Greatest Gathering railway 200 celebration in Derby
Eurostar’s Class 373 power car 3999 will be displayed at The Greatest Gathering in Derby this August, for Railway 200
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Denmark to lead EU rail funding talks focusing on climate, security, and digital transformation
Denmark’s EU Presidency will prioritise rail investment, emissions targets, and military mobility in upcoming European budget and policy negotiations.
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NewsCalifornia’s high desert corridor project set to transform regional rail connectivity with HDR’s expert engineering services
The High Desert Corridor will link Palmdale and Victorville, improving access and economic growth with high-speed rail reaching up to 180 miles per hour.
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NewsMayors take Eurostar to London as rail steps up for climate delivery ahead of COP30
City leaders mark Paris Agreement anniversary with Eurostar journey, highlighting rail’s vital role in achieving global climate goals.
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NewsIndustry leaders back UK infrastructure strategy but call for long-term delivery and joined-up planning
The government’s new infrastructure plan receives industry praise, but experts urge coordination, continuity, and clear delivery to realise its potential.
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NewsEstonia’s Rail Baltica link to Muuga port set to transform freight and logistics sector
Rail Baltic Estonia signs €2.9 million contract to connect Muuga port, boosting trade, freight capacity, and infrastructure development.
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NewsRail industry welcomes rising passenger numbers and revenue following government investment boost
RIA hails new ORR and DfT figures showing 7% more journeys and £11.5bn in rail revenue growth.
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NewsKeith Ludeman awarded OBE for leadership in UK transport and sustainable highspeed rail development
Keith Ludeman receives OBE for his pivotal role in steering London St. Pancras Highspeed through Covid challenges and pioneering sustainability initiatives.
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EU rail leaders meet in Poland to push for high-speed network and urgent funding reforms
UNIFE’s Warsaw assembly unites EU rail leaders to urge investment, procurement reform, and a clear high-speed rail strategy.
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