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Etihad Rail signs three MoUs with European companies
Etihad Rail have signed MoUs with Renfe, GB Railfreight and High Speed 1 to exchange knowledge and expertise in the railway sector.
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High-speed railways provide an efficient mode of transport, but they are highly complex systems and must combine various elements if they are to operate successfully.
Our high-speed rail content explores projects currently under construction, projects at planning stages and how their vision is taking shape, the funding and financial issues around building new high-speed lines, the importance of understanding what passengers want from high-speed rail services, and how established high-speed lines can help boost economies.
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ORR data reveals Britain’s railways remain one of the safest in Europe
The Office of Rail and Road has published new data which shows that Britain has one of the safest railways in Europe.
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Network Rail’s RIDC carry out first testing of retrofitted ETCS train
Network Rail’s Rail Innovation and Development Centre has carried out its first testing of a train retrofitted with European Train Control System equipment.
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Transport for London unveil the Elizabeth line on new London tube map
The Elizabeth line is depicted on the tube map in purple to differentiate it from the London Underground lines.
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Network Rail to complete signalling overhaul in Manchester
Network Rail will modernise journeys into Manchester with a signalling overhaul during the Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday.
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Siemens Mobility CBTC technology used for Hong Kong’s East Rail Line extension
Siemens Mobility’s Communications-Based Train Control system is being used for the new East Rail Line Cross-Harbour Extension.
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FRA publish quarterly report on Amtrak’s passenger rail operations
The FRA have published the report which is the first to use metrics that provide comprehensive data on the passenger rail performance.
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Berner Oberland-Bahnen announce six three-car ABeh 4/8 multiple units
The Berner Oberland-Bahnen believe the new units will further encourage the shift from road to rail when they debut in 2025.
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FRA announce new bipartisan programme to transform U.S. passenger rail network
The FRA have established a Corridor Identification and Development programme to direct federal investments into passenger rail services across the nation.
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HSRG publish new report on how to shift air travellers to rail
HSRG’s report sets out a four-point plan on attracting more passengers to rail from short haul flights in the UK.
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RIA welcome Transport Bill announcement
While the RIA has welcomed railway improvement plans announced in the Queen’s Speech, they have questioned the omission of Great British Railways.
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Alstom agree to supply 130 Coradia Stream trains to SFBW in Germany
Alstom have signed a contract valued up to €2.5 billion to supply Coradia Stream trains and provide full-service maintenance for 30 years in Germany.
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Alstom deliver first semi high-speed regional train for Delhi-Meerut RRTS line
The semi high-speed regional train is designed to run at 180kmph and is expected to decrease travel time between Delhi-Meerut by 40 per cent.
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HS1’s digital twin trial gives a glimpse of the future of railway
Richard Thorp, Engineering Director, HS1 Ltd, shares his insight into the benefits of digital twin technology and the forward-looking innovation this digital tool is bringing to the rail system.
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Elizabeth line confirmed to open on 24 May 2022
Transport for London have confirmed the opening date of the Elizabeth line, pending safety approvals, which will transform travel across the capital.
