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Central Railroad line in Uruguay receives funding from IDB Invest
The Central Railroad line in Uruguay has received $500 million for the construction, rehabilitation and maintenance of the line between Montevideo and Paso de Los Toros.
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Operail to shift focus into locomotive construction industry
Operail approves proposal for restructuring of their Tapa depot, which will see the company direct more resources towards locomotive construction.
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Goole rail manufacturing facility plans submitted by Siemens Mobility
The proposed £200 million development at Goole 36 reaches major milestone as the first phase of manufacturing facilities are expected to open in 2023.
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ARA sets out Rail Priorities for 2019 Federal Election
The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) has released its priorities policy development paper ahead of the 2019 federal election.
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RDG proposes ‘generational step-change’ to Britain’s franchise system
Following months of consultation with passengers, businesses and communities, Britain’s Rail Delivery Group (the RDG) has submitted proposals to the Williams Review that would create a generational step-change in accountability and customer focus.
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Crossrail reveals plans for completion of the Elizabeth line
New leadership team outlines new plan to put Crossrail project back on track with robust and realistic plan which follows a detailed audit of the programme.
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Etihad Rail and Abu Dhabi Customs to develop freight transport solutions
Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE's national railway network, has signed a Joint Partnership Agreement with the General Administration of Customs in Abu Dhabi, aimed at developing freight transport requirements to enable trains to travel more efficiently with the adoption of smart electronic technology.
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UK rail industry welcomes parliamentary inquiry into ‘trains fit for the future’
The Transport Committee has launched an inquiry into the development of alternatively-fuelled trains and how carriages can be designed to meet the changing demands of the travelling public.
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Rail must supply an intelligent journey experience to remain relevant
Nomad Digital’s Product Manager, Brian Foskett, explains how passenger expectations are developing in today’s connected world and what digital solutions are available to train operating companies as they strive to enrich the passenger experience.
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Delivering change to strengthen the UK rail sector: Leaders’ Debate 2019
The way the UK runs its railway is often at the centre of high-profile discussions. Some recent operational challenges have led to criticism of the system and a review of the sector. Despite this, there are ambitious plans to ensure the rail system continues to benefit passengers and support freight.…
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Delivering investment for Northern Ireland’s continual development
Public transport supports communities in every part of Northern Ireland by helping to strengthen economic growth and social inclusion, as well as environmental sustainability. On an individual level, public transport gives people choices, freedom and additional opportunities in terms of business, education, shopping, travel, tourism and leisure pursuits. Here, Chris…
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More than $80 million invested to expand Minnesota’s rail infrastructure
The Minnesota investments are part of CN’s 2019 record $2.9 billion capital investment focused on enabling growth from all commodity segments.
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Network Rail to improve safety at more level crossings
As part of a £60.4 million project to increase capacity, four level crossings on the UK’s Felixstowe branch line will be upgraded to make crossing the railway safer.
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New programme backs tech innovators to shape the UK rail industry
The Recognised Innovation Scheme aims to open up the rail industry to new innovations to improve passenger experience.
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Two X’Trapolis Mega trains are presented by PRASA in Cape Town
The President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, unveiled the trains at Cape Town Station in front of more than 1,000 guests.
