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FirstGroup selected as TfL’s preferred operator for London Overground contract
Transport for London has selected FirstGroup for the new London Overground operator contract, awarding an eight-year deal to run and improve services.
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RIA survey shows UK rail market confidence falling among business leaders
A new Railway Industry Association survey of 125 rail business leaders reveals falling confidence, recruitment freezes and fears of a work hiatus across the UK rail market.
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Hitachi Rail and Google Cloud accelerate digital transformation for autonomous rail
Hitachi Rail will deploy Google Cloud’s cybersecurity and AI technologies to boost operational efficiency, sustainability and progress toward a fully autonomous rail network.
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RMT condemns rising rail worker attacks as shrinking British Transport Police presence bites
Assaults on UK rail staff have reportedly surged as British Transport Police numbers decline, prompting RMT to demand urgent government action and new protections.
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Engineering Intelligence: Building Trust in AI for Rail Infrastructure
As the UK rail network faces ageing assets, rising demand, and a shortage of engineering talent, AI is emerging as the industry’s most powerful ally. Andrew Smith of Bentley Systems explores how trusted, context-rich intelligence can unlock safer, more resilient, and future-ready rail infrastructure.
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British Transport Police to trial live facial recognition technology at London railway stations
BTP will pilot live facial recognition at key London stations to improve public safety, target high-risk offenders, and ensure ethical, privacy-compliant use of technology.
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India celebrates a decade of Alstom MELPL transforming freight mobility and local rail industry
Alstom and Indian Railways mark ten years of MELPL, delivering high-powered locomotives, creating over 10,000 jobs, and driving Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.
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UK-first mainline rail trial uses real-time technology to enhance safety at rural level crossings
Network Rail and Universal Signalling trial U-Cross on the Heart of Wales line, improving train location monitoring and safety at rural user-worked crossings.
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Rail: taking over networks, not risks
Public transport liberalisation has reshaped Europe’s mobility market. Hexagon has experienced the trend first-hand: the company has worked with more than 120 public transport agencies and operators worldwide. Executive Industry Consultant Edouard Podolak explains how digital tools and strong asset management can help operators win tenders and run networks.
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Rail industry expands Disabled Persons Railcard eligibility to make train travel more accessible for everyone
The Disabled Persons Railcard will now include non-visible disabilities, simplify applications, and ensure fair, affordable travel across Britain, supporting passengers and one accompanying adult.
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New DLR trains withdrawn over faulty brakes after just six weeks in service on London light railway
Docklands Light Railway removes new B23 trains after brake faults, with older stock covering services while engineers investigate and a reduced timetable remains in place.
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Rail Baltica explores dual‑use infrastructure to strengthen Europe’s defence and civilian transport capabilities
Rail Baltica joined a high-level EU round table to discuss how cross-border rail projects can enhance defence logistics, resilience, and connectivity across Europe.
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Alstom to deliver 42 Coradia Max trains for PKP Intercity with 30 years maintenance
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Alstom signs €1.6 billion deal to supply 42 Coradia Max double-deck trains to PKP Intercity, offering modern, sustainable, and accessible travel across Poland.
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Hitachi Rail to modernise Alexandria Raml Tram doubling capacity and enhancing passenger experience
Hitachi Rail will upgrade Egypt’s historic Alexandria Raml Tram, improving speed, capacity, safety, and digital passenger systems while supporting sustainable urban transport goals.
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Alstom and Avanti West Coast create moving poppy tribute across UK rail network for Remembrance Day
Alstom, Avanti West Coast, the Royal British Legion and Poppyscotland collaborated on a travelling poppy wreath to honour veterans and raise funds for the Poppy Appeal.
