Global Railway Review’s Track Insight: Track Maintenance
This Track Insight delves into the revolutionary technological advancements that are transforming how we approach track maintenance.
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This Track Insight delves into the revolutionary technological advancements that are transforming how we approach track maintenance.
Scott Durno, Head of Technology at London St. Pancras Highspeed, spoke to Global Railway Review's Halimah Haque about their digital transformation, including the use of augmented reality for asset maintenance and improving safety in harsh weather conditions.
Supporters from across the European institutions and other key stakeholders alerted Europe could miss out on creating jobs and reducing transport emissions, if rail failed to secure significant EU funding as part of the new Multi-Financial Framework 2028-2034.
Already, volatile weather is threatening the integrity of our railways. Unprecedented rainfall, intense heatwaves and extreme storms are causing upheaval. Rail systems were not designed for such conditions. Assets and operations become harder to assure. As climate change and the extreme weather associated with it intensifies, the challenge of resilience…
Professor Brian Haddock, subject matter expert in the National Weather Team at Network Rail, spoke to Global Railway Review's Halimah Haque about the challenges of preparing the rail network for extreme winter weather and how technology, lessons from past experiences and strategic planning play a vital role in ensuring operational…
USDOT's 2024-2027 Climate Adaptation Plan focuses on building resilient infrastructure, integrating climate risk into operations and promoting environmental justice through targeted investments.
Network Rail has implemented a comprehensive winter preparedness plan, using specialised equipment and real-time monitoring to keep rail services safe and reliable.
CTA has implemented a variety of winter weather strategies, including specialised equipment and extensive staff training, to ensure safe and reliable service for riders during snow, ice and subzero temperatures.
Belvoir Rail's "Get Ahead of Winter" campaign offers railway operators maintenance services, preventive solutions and support to help ensure reliable and efficient train operations during winter.
Norfolk Southern Corporation has donated an additional $400,000 to the American Red Cross for hurricane relief, while offering grants to employees affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Northern engineers have completed fleet modifications three months ahead of schedule, implementing innovative technologies to effectively combat autumn leaf-fall and minimise disruption.
Network Rail engineers will start around-the-clock work, updating the 1970s signalling equipment between Farncombe and Petersfield.
SNCF have a strategy for leaves on the line, ensuring autumn weather does not cause train delays or cancellations.
Two-part closure - a five-day closure between Yeovil Junction and Axminster then a 16-day closure between Salisbury and Yeovil Junction.
The Government of Canada is taking action to increase the resilience of Canada’s rail infrastructure while strengthening its supply chains.