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Hitachi to build new express trains for popular tourist destination in Japan
The new fleet of state-of-the-art express trains for Tobu Railway Co. Ltd. will operate from Tokyo to Nikko and Kinugawa.
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CP and KCS merger proposal receives Mexican regulatory approvals
The Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) merger proposal has received the required Mexican regulatory approvals to create the first single-line rail network linking the U.S., Mexico and Canada.
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Network Rail launches traffic management system pilot project with GWR
As a first for the UK rail industry, Network Rail has launched a new innovative pilot project that integrates its traffic management system with Great Western Railway’s crew and stock software.
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‘Smart’ train windows to display up-to-date journey information
With SmartMMI technology, public transport passengers can receive up-to-date information about their journeys – directly on their adjacent train window.
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Global Railway Review Issue 6 2021
Packed full of exclusive content, including: a project update on Brisbane's Cross River Rail; rail freight and the environment; two In-Depth Focuses on Noise & Vibrations and The Future of Train Control; and much more!
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Network Rail installs ‘rock armour’ to protect flood-prone sections of railway
Network Rail has installed 8,000 tonnes of ‘rock armour’ on the Hereford and Abergavenny rail line to protect the future of flood-prone borders’ railway and minimise passenger disruption.
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Railway station lifesaving defibrillators installed across the North West
Network Rail and English train operator Northern, have invested £134,000 into the roll out of lifesaving defibrillators across railway stations in the North West.
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Metro-North installs historic signalling upgrade to the Waterbury Branch
Metro-North Railroad has announced the historic installation and upgrade to the Waterbury Branch’s signalling system including both Positive Train Control and passing sidings.
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ORR requests for further Network Rail action to retain railway performance
As more passengers return to rail, Britain's Office of Rail and Road (ORR) is calling for Network Rail to take action to retain a railway which more reflects the train service performance improvements seen during the pandemic.
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The future of customer experience at Arriva Rail London
'It is imperative we use this moment in time to adapt to our customers’ needs', writes Charlotte Whitfield, Arriva Rail London’s recently appointed Customer Experience Director.
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Online commuter rail schedules to display seat availability for MBTA trains
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) and Keolis Commuter Services have announced that online train schedules will now display typical ridership information for all trains.
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City of Wasco to benefit from latest California high-speed rail grant
The $24 million grant by the U.S. Department of Transportation will be used to advance the California high-speed rail project while enhancing and better connecting the community of Wasco.
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Chiltern Railways secures recognition for work with West Midlands Trains
In recognition for its collaborative work with West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways has been accredited the International Standard for Collaborative Working, known as ISO 44001.
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Alstom’s Avelia Horizon high-speed train wins prestigious design award
The German Design Award recognises the Avelia Horizon train’s fusion of natural aesthetics with very high-speed mobility engineering, whilst delivering exceptional passenger experience.
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Australia’s Q3 rail patronage falls as lockdowns restrict travel
For the three months leading up to September 2021, rail patronage decreased due to the significant impact Australia’s lockdowns had on passenger activity and ability to travel via rail.
