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DB premieres first digitally-controlled automatic train in Hamburg
A fully automated train, controlled by digital technology, has made its premiere run on the S-Bahn Hamburg network in Germany.
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‘Ticketing Roadmap’ revealed to improve rail passenger travel in Europe
The Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies (CER) has released a ‘Ticketing Roadmap’ which aims to further improve passenger experience when travelling internationally by rail.
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Hull Trains’ new Managing Director outlines priorities for the operator
At the unveiling of a new commemorative 21st anniversary design on the fifth and final unit of its Paragon fleet, Hull Trains’ new Managing Director, David Gibson, has vowed to make the operator a ‘beacon’ of East Yorkshire.
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Empowering the passenger: “Forewarned is forearmed”
Here, Patrick McDougall, CEO of Nexus Alpha, provides thoughts on a number of topics, from how to improve customer information, how the industry reacted to COVID-19, through to sustainability and how solar powered passenger information signs can help train operators move towards net zero.
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EBRD supplies new €23.5 million infrastructure loan to Moldovan Railways
Moldova’s national railway operator, Calea Ferată din Moldova, will be provided an additional €23.5 million loan to upgrade infrastructure, by The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.
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Stadler wins contract for 286 new multiple units by SBB and subsidiaries
Stadler has been awarded a contract for 286 new multiple units for regional service by SBB and its subsidiaries Thurbo and RegionAlps.
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EIM signs agreement with the largest hyperloop industry contenders
European Rail Infrastructure Managers has signed an agreement with seven of the largest players in the hyperloop industry to support the integration of hyperloop and rail systems.
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Virtual reality simulation to contribute to more accessible rail travel
Rail operator Northern are to launch state-of-the-art virtual reality simulation, developed to support and improve passengers with reduced mobility travel access and experiences.
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Siemens Mobility finalises acquisition with top rail software provider
Siemens Mobility has finalised an acquisition for Sqills, a leading rail software provider, with aims to manage the provider as a subsidiary and to strengthen its position in mobility solutions.
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First Minister marks completion of Glasgow Queen Street rebuild
First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has visited Glasgow Queen Street station to mark the completion of the £120 million government-funded transformation and milestone for Scotland’s railway.
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SJ AB equips staff with body-worn cameras from Motorola Solutions
SJ AB has provided rail employees with VB400 body-worn cameras from Motorola Solutions, to deliver the highest level of safety and transparency for passengers and staff.
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Network Rail introduces leaf blasting trains across the North West
Network Rail has today launched a fleet of several specialist trains, whose job is to remove and wash away leaf debris across the North West rail route this autumn 2021.
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New Mireo trainsets on order for Regensburg/Danube Valley network
The Regensburg/Danube Valley rail network has ordered 23 four-car Mireo trainsets from Siemens Mobility, to be delivered in 2024, for rail operator agilis, a subsidiary of BeNEX GmbH.
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The Amtrak Northeast Regional Route 51 expansion launches in Virginia
The launch of the Amtrak Northeast Regional Route 51 has been announced by Governor Ralph Northam, with the rail expansion set to provide early morning service from Main Street Station.
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Brightline and Siemens Mobility showcase latest high-speed trainsets
The first of Brightline's newest modern high-speed trainsets will be taken to West Palm Beach, where it will be stationed in preparation for Brightline’s high-speed rail corridor expansion.
