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Travel the Baltic on the pink soup train celebrating Lithuania’s iconic summer dish
The Pink Soup Train offers a vibrant journey between Riga and Vilnius, celebrating Lithuania’s traditional cold beetroot soup and summer festival.
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Omnichannel Payment Solutions Transforming Public Transport: Insights from Transport Ticketing Global 2025
Our team attended Transport Ticketing Global, the premier industry event focused on smart ticketing innovations for public transport. This March the London-based conference has welcomed over 1,200 ticketing and mobility professionals representing 65 countries, including key decision-makers from transport operators, authorities and technology providers across the ecosystem.
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Comsa secures safety certificate to operate rail freight services across the Iberian Peninsula
9 May 2025 | By
COMSA gains approval to run freight trains, boosting efficiency with modern machinery and streamlined logistics throughout Spain.
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North Carolina and Virginia Stations remain in high-demand
Train travel is booming across the U.S., with North Carolina and Virginia seeing some of the highest traffic in the Southeast. In Fiscal Year 2024, the top stations in the region were the Staples Mill Road Station in Richmond, Va., and in Alexandria, Va., Charlotte, N.C., Raleigh, N.C, the Auto Train Station in Lorton, Va., and Norfolk, Va.
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“The Journey to Equality” Behind RIA’s latest report
Editor, Elizabeth Jordan, speaks exclusively to the author of the Railway Industry Association's (RIA) latest report which was released this morning.
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Virgin Trains Ticketing expands partnership with SilverRail to offer affordable rail travel options
Virgin Trains Ticketing has expanded its partnership with SilverRail, introducing advanced tools like split ticketing and flexible route options to help customers save up to 78% on rail fares.
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Coffee-Table Chat: Emmanuel Colin
5 December 2024 | By
For Global Railway Review's latest issue, transport and rail independent expert and influencer, Paul Comfort, speaks to Emmanuel Colin about the importance of customer service and passenger experience on modern rail…
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New direct award to Dutch Railways raises costs for passengers and taxpayers
The direct award of a new nine-year contract to Dutch Railways for operating the Main Rail Network will result in higher fares for passengers and an additional €1.38 billion in taxpayer subsidies.
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Transport Secretary orders review into train fare evasion policies
The UK Transport Secretary has ordered an independent review into train fare evasion policies to ensure fair treatment for passengers and address concerns over potential overuse of prosecution.
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SWR offers free travel for military personnel and veterans attending Remembrance events
SWR is offering free travel to military personnel, veterans and Poppy Appeal volunteers attending Remembrance events in early November, as part of an initiative funded by the Department for Transport.
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Lessons learnt from Luxembourg’s fare-free transport system
Luxembourg’s Ministry of Mobility and Public Works provides invaluable insight into ground-breaking fare-free initiatives and cutting-edge innovations being utilised across the country, offering a glimpse into the transformative potential of public transportation and its evolving landscape.
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Campaign for Better Transport urges UK Chancellor to cut public transport costs
The Campaign for Better Transport urges Chancellor Rachel Reeves to extend the £2 bus fare cap and freeze rail fares to keep public transport affordable in the upcoming Budget.
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CER publishes fourth progress report on Ticketing Roadmap
CER reports progress on its Ticketing Roadmap, including digital advancements and the roll-out of OSDM in Sweden, while calling for further harmonisation of ticketing across Europe.
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New European Commission study confirms benefits of competition in passenger rail
A new European Commission study shows that competition in passenger rail lowers prices, improves service and boosts demand, while urging action to overcome remaining challenges.
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Train fare reductions announced for key East Yorkshire routes
Northern and TransPennine Express are reducing fares by 20% on key routes between Hull, Scarborough and Selby for 12 weeks to encourage more rail travel and reduce road congestion.
