Network Rail unveils new national railway clock at London Bridge station for passengers
Network Rail and Design Bridge launch the first national railway clock in over 50 years at London Bridge, improving passenger navigation and accessibility.
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Advances to rail signalling and train control systems are set to make international rail transport more competitive and attractive. But implementing strategies and understanding the benefits of new digital solutions must be addressed before improvements can be realised.
Network Rail and Design Bridge launch the first national railway clock in over 50 years at London Bridge, improving passenger navigation and accessibility.
Officials, diplomats, and industry leaders met in Helsinki to discuss Rail Baltica’s economic, defence, and transport benefits for the Nordic–Baltic region.
The Land Transport Authority of Singapore has deployed Nokia Optical LAN and IP/MPLS solutions with Hitachi Rail to improve CCTV coverage and rail security.
As commercial rail celebrates its bicentenary, VIAVI Solution’s Product Line Manager, Railway, Massimiliano Beccuti, examines the evolution of communication networks, crucial in enabling trains to travel at up to 250 mph and beyond – safely.
Network Rail and CIRO have introduced a weather learning programme for rail staff, providing training to manage extreme weather and enhance operational decision-making across the network.
Govia Thameslink Railway and Siemens Mobility have upgraded all Class 717 trains to ETCS version 3.6.0, improving reliability, safety, and capacity on the Northern City Line.
LNER has introduced a WhatsApp Channel to keep passengers informed with service updates, travel advice and disruption alerts.
Etihad Rail partners with Keolis to introduce passenger rail services in the UAE, aiming for world-class travel and seamless passenger experience from 2026.
The first of 54 new DLR trains is now in service, offering increased capacity, accessibility, air conditioning, and modern features for London commuters.
The Czech manufacturer Skoda Group has revealed its latest metro trains for Sofia, featuring air-conditioning, regenerative braking, and accessible design for modern urban transport.
Pablo Ciáurriz and Unai Diez de Ulzurrun at Ceit – Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), share how advancing C-DAS technology, connecting it with traffic management systems and using standardised protocols can enhance interoperability and prepare rail networks for future automation.
UK rail passengers can now access real-time disruption maps, giving instant updates to navigate delays and plan journeys with confidence.
The ORR and Network Rail are introducing evidence-based safety tools and training, while industry partners work to improve risk management and protect passengers and track workers.
Alstom highlights five key proposals to enhance Sweden’s railways, focusing on punctuality, capacity, skills development, modernisation, and technological innovation for a sustainable transport future.
Massimiliano Beccuti, Product Line Director for Railway at VIAVI, discusses FP-MORANE-2, the pilot programme for rail’s much needed switch to FRMCS.