All Vehicle maintenance & reliability articles – Page 2
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ArticleNavigating rail funding to deliver smarter, cleaner modernization
As new federal funding opportunities accelerate rail modernization, Joe Stack, Manager, Rail Business Development at Cummins, explains how strategic grant support, emissions modeling and modular, hybrid-ready technologies are helping operators turn these incentives into successful, long-term fleet upgrades.
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NewsMelbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop east section awarded to TransitLinX Alliance for transformative rail project
The 4.9 billion euro contract will deliver automated metro trains, signalling, stations and maintenance, boosting connectivity and supporting urban growth across Melbourne’s middle suburbs.
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NewsHitachi Rail to deliver advanced digital signalling for SBB across Swiss railway network
Hitachi Rail will supply digital interlockings and Radio Block Centres for SBB, modernising Switzerland’s rail network, enhancing efficiency, sustainability and predictive maintenance capabilities.
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NewsSiemens and Railpool to open advanced locomotive maintenance hub in Verona
Siemens Mobility and Railpool will build a €20 million open-access maintenance hub in Verona to support growing cross-Alpine freight demand.
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NewsFirstGroup 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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NewsPublicly owned train operators drive major new UK fleet investment
UK publicly owned train operators are advancing significant fleet procurements designed to modernise services, boost accessibility and improve performance for passengers.
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NewsIndia 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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NewsUniversity of Southampton wins Queen Elizabeth Prize for pioneering rail research improving UK network resilience
Southampton engineers’ research has improved railway resilience, saved billions, and developed innovative solutions for electrification, embankments, and climate-proof infrastructure, winning a prestigious national education award.
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NewsAdelaide implements IVU.rail to optimise rail and tram operations with integrated digital system
Adelaide’s Department for Infrastructure and Transport has fully digitalised rail and tram operations using IVU.rail, improving scheduling, efficiency and real-time fleet management across the network.
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NewsKnorr-Bremse and VTG sign new agreement to fast-track rail freight digitalisation
Knorr-Bremse will deliver 2,000 digital wagon systems to VTG Rail UK by 2029, advancing safer, more efficient rail freight operations.
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NewsNomad Digital awarded contract to upgrade Italo fleet with 5G internet on-board solution
Nomad Digital has delivered a major 5G internet upgrade for Italo’s high-speed train fleet, boosting WiFi performance with faster speeds, greater reliability, and an enhanced passenger experience.
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ArticleRail: 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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NewsSouth Western Railway launches Hotshot train with thermal imaging to prevent delays across southern routes
South Western Railway and Network Rail trial the Hotshot Class 450 train, using thermal imaging cameras to detect faults and reduce delays across southern England.
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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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NewsAlstom to deliver 42 Coradia Max trains for PKP Intercity with 30 years maintenance
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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NewsNetwork Rail completes UK’s first low-carbon track renewal between Honor Oak Park and Forest Hill
Network Rail and Southern Renewals Enterprise deliver the UK’s first low-carbon track renewal, cutting emissions through innovative materials and renewable-powered operations in south London.
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NewsNomad Digital secures five-year extension to Queensland Rail operations and maintenance agreement
The renewed agreement reinforces Nomad Digital’s long-term partnership with Queensland Rail, driving enhanced digital connectivity and passenger satisfaction across the network.
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NewsUnion Pacific recognises customers and suppliers driving sustainability and innovation in freight operations across America
Union Pacific honoured 16 customers and suppliers for innovative sustainability initiatives, highlighting collaboration, environmental stewardship, and measurable progress towards greener, more efficient freight transport solutions.
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NewsSwiss rail network set for digital transformation with Siemens and SBB long-term agreement
Siemens and SBB have signed a long-term framework to digitalise Swiss interlockings, boosting network capacity, reliability, and sustainability for passenger and freight services.
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NewsAlstom opens new HVAC facility and offices at Crewe Works with expanded UK roles
Alstom has inaugurated a modern HVAC overhaul facility and refurbished offices at Crewe Works, creating over 100 skilled roles and increasing train servicing capacity.