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UNCITRAL backs new convention to support negotiable cargo documents across all transport modes
The UN has approved a draft convention enabling negotiable cargo documents for rail, road, air, and sea transport.
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Digitalisation
The rail industry is harnessing innovative digital solutions that can benefit the railway sector. A world in which trains are never late and rail travel is cheaper, safer and more efficient is on the horizon thanks to radical innovation and technology that has marked the next stage of rail’s digital revolution.
What are the trends and challenges in rail digitalisation and how is the industry moving forward to embrace and adopt solutions?
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Innovators invited to solve real-world rail challenges in latest Station Innovation Zone programme
SMEs can now apply to develop and trial tech tackling wet floors and interchange stress at Bristol Temple Meads.
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The 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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New rail training programme launched to support former Tata steelworkers into skilled employment
A new scheme will retrain 72 former Tata steelworkers for careers in the rail industry near Onllwyn.
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From 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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Global 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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The Evolution of Track Inspection: Goldschmidt’s role in securing rail reliability
In the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of the global rail industry, one area has rapidly ascended to critical importance over the past 15 years: the meticulous inspection of railway tracks.
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Building next-generation railways: Digital transformation & cyber-security in rail
As we embrace advancements behind next-generation rail systems, operators need to ensure strengthened cyber resilience to counter the evolving threat landscape. Kevin Wood, Cyber Design Authority, Thales, explains further.
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Eurostar 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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RIA honours outstanding UK rail suppliers at 2025 RISE Awards in London celebration
UK rail’s top suppliers were celebrated at the 2025 RISE Awards, highlighting excellence in innovation, leadership, diversity, and safety.
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CER calls for ambitious rail targets in EU Port Strategy to secure green and resilient growth
CER urges the EU to boost rail’s role in ports, supporting climate goals, strategic autonomy, and freight efficiency.
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Government launches project to eliminate mobile blackspots across UK rail routes with fibre upgrade
Project Reach will boost mobile coverage and install fibre along key rail routes, enhancing connectivity and cutting commuter disruptions.
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Transforming how we deliver rail passenger assistance
Allison Harbor, Accessibility Delivery Manager, South Western Railway, shares the benefits of moving to a real-time system powered by Transreport’s Passenger Assistance technology.
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South Eastern Railway formed as track and train unite under single leadership to improve services
Southeastern and Network Rail merge under one team to boost performance, passenger experience and value for money in the South East.
