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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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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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Digital railway signalling: the strategic turning point
Ageing legacy systems must evolve to meet the growing demands of digitalisation, requiring a transformative approach to railway signalling. Mirko Blazic, EULYNX Technical Lead, explains further.
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Alstom to modernise Lumo trains for new Stirling to London route under £50m agreement
Alstom will upgrade and maintain five Class 222 trains, supporting Lumo’s new Stirling–London service and enhancing passenger comfort and connectivity.
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Renfe and JR Central unite to expand global high-speed rail and DfT appoints Costain-led consortium
Renfe and JR Central boost international rail ties as DfT selects Costain consortium for UK infrastructure upgrades.
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GHD joins Costain-led team to advise on key rail upgrades across western and Wales regions
GHD will support the Department for Transport with expert rail infrastructure advice alongside Costain and specialist partners.
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Beyond comfort: The evolution of railway interior design
Gone are the days of purely aesthetic train cabins. Today's rail interior design is a complex blend of sustainability, accessibility and cutting‑edge technology, all aimed at maximising the passenger experience. Elizabeth Jordan had the honour of judging for the Rail Interior Awards 2024.
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Clean Futures Accelerator opens for West Midlands SMEs developing net zero and clean transport innovations
West Midlands SMEs can now apply for funding and support to trial green transport solutions through the Clean Futures Accelerator.
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Alstom boosts train production in Poland with major investment to meet European rail demand
Alstom invests PLN 487 million to expand production in Poland, supporting over 200 international train orders across Europe.
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Modi flags off powerful 9000 HP electric freight locomotive made mostly in India
India unveils its first 9000 HP electric freight locomotive, with Siemens and Indian Railways driving sustainable rail transformation.
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FlixTrain orders 65 new high-speed trains to drive growth across Germany and Europe
FlixTrain announces €2.4 billion investment in new trains to expand affordable, sustainable high-speed rail across Germany and Europe.
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Partnership to transform London Waterloo into vibrant destination with improved travel and community experience
A new collaboration aims to revitalise Waterloo Station, enhancing passenger journeys and unlocking wider regeneration and investment across the South Bank.
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Maritime transport expands rail freight services with new DP World London Gateway connections
Maritime Transport launches two new intermodal rail services to boost inland connectivity and support sustainable freight logistics from DP World London Gateway.
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Fleet decarbonisation driven more by customer demand than compliance, new 2025 energy report reveals
Teletrac Navman’s new report shows fleets prioritise sustainability goals and customer expectations over government regulations when transitioning to alternative energy sources.
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DfT and Catapult offer £1.8m in grants to boost UK transport sector innovation
Grants of up to £45k available for businesses and academics tackling transport decarbonisation, freight resilience, and emerging critical technologies.
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RIA and Network Rail unite to deliver a greener, more sustainable future for UK rail
RIA joins forces with Network Rail and Supply Chain School to drive consistent sustainability practices across the UK rail industry.
