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ReportTrack Insights: Digital Freight - where digital ambition meets operational reality
Europe’s rail freight sector is no longer short of digital tools. What the contributors to this report make clear is that the harder work – regulatory alignment, operational coherence, cross-border coordination – is only now beginning.
NewsRail Baltica and RTU host BIM for Rail Bootcamp in Riga
More than 100 rail and digitalisation specialists have gathered in Riga for BIM for Rail Bootcamp 2026.
InterviewDigital rail’s barriers are designed in, and GBRX plans to design them out
Britain’s railway does not lack innovation, it lacks adoption. GBRX’s Toufic Machnouk on what has to change.
NewsRSSB launches rolling stock digital systems training course
RSSB has launched a new course designed to help rail professionals better understand modern rolling stock digital technologies.
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NewsInnoTrans 2026 convention to feature global rail and mobility leaders
InnoTrans 2026 will bring together global rail and transport leaders for high-level discussions on digitalisation, cybersecurity and future mobility.
ArticleSBB's approach to preparing the communication backbone of the digital railway
The transition from GSM-R to the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) represents a key enabler for the digital transformation of railway operations and the continued evolution of train control systems.SBB’s Massimiliano Rizzato explains the Swiss Federal Railways approach.
NewsClass 700 digital signalling software trials completed on Thameslink fleet
The upgraded digital signalling system will support future in cab ETCS operations across the East Coast Main Line network.
NewsAlstom trials AI wildlife detection system on Swedish railways
New AI powered railway technology is being trialled to detect animals near tracks and reduce disruption caused by wildlife collisions.
NewsScotRail Class 222 fleet to receive LEO satellite WiFi
Nomad Digital is introducing satellite connectivity technology to improve onboard WiFi reliability across ScotRail intercity services.
ArticleGlobal Railway Review Feature Partnership: Nomad Digital and Italo redefine onboard rail connectivity
Rail operators are increasingly turning to hybrid connectivity models combining cellular, trackside and satellite technologies to deliver more resilient and uninterrupted onboard passenger connectivity.
ArticleGlobal Railway Review launches new website designed for rail industry professionals
Global Railway Review has launched an updated website to improve access to content across rail operations, infrastructure and technology, alongside a new membership model that provides full access to premium analysis, reports and expert commentary.
NewsBritain’s railway launches first joint AI action plan
Rail leaders and technology experts have agreed a coordinated approach to artificial intelligence adoption across Britain’s railway network.
NewsInnoTrans launches global AI hackathon with major rail industry sponsors
New AI hackathon at InnoTrans will bring together global developers to solve real-world rail and mobility challenges.
InterviewSeamless journeys ahead: Tracsis PLC on digital ticketing and multimodal travel
As transport shifts to digital-first, account-based models, ticketing is emerging as a key enabler of seamless, multimodal travel. Speaking to Global Railway Review, Lee Christopher, Senior Product Manager at Tracsis PLC, explains how integration, innovation and user-focused design are shaping next-generation passenger journeys.
NewsLNER and Network Rail deploy technology to improve reliability and reduce delays
Advanced monitoring technology is transforming how LNER and Network Rail manage infrastructure, helping prevent delays and improve passenger journeys across key routes.
NewsHitachi Rail acquires Clever Devices to expand digital mobility
Acquisition strengthens Hitachi Rail’s global digital strategy, enhancing passenger experience, fleet management and multimodal transport solutions across North America and beyond.
NewsFS Italiane launches 5G trial on Turin-Milan corridor
FS Italiane Group has commenced 5G network testing on a 60km section of the Turin-Milan high-speed line, evaluating connectivity performance at high speeds and in tunnels to support digital rail innovation and passenger service improvements.
NewsQuantum navigation system successfully tested on British mainline railway
A quantum inertial navigation system has been tested on Britain’s mainline railway for the first time, offering GPS-free positioning that could cut infrastructure costs and improve reliability in tunnels and interference-prone areas.
NewsSiemens delivers first Nordic ATO over ETCS mainline trial in Finland
Siemens Mobility demonstrates automated train operation on ETCS mainline in Finland, marking a milestone in digital rail and improved capacity, safety and efficiency.
NewsHitachi Rail launches BV700 smart ticket validator to enhance passenger journeys
New validator expands Hitachi Rail’s digital ticketing portfolio, supporting contactless travel and multimodal transport networks while improving efficiency and sustainability.