Hitachi Rail to Develop & Certify New ERTMS STM for Portuguese Market
Hitachi Rail has been chosen to both develop and certify a new External ERTMS Specific Transmission Module (STM) for the Portuguese market. The company was selected following a public international tender procedure launched by Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP). The STM will be the second Hitachi Rail has developed for the Portuguese market © Hitachi Rail […]
Two Firms Shortlisted for Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 1 Package
Two multinational construction groups have been shortlisted for the final major works package of the Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 1 project, marking a further step in the development of the West Footscray to Albion rail upgrade. The project is intended to simplify the rail junction between West Footscray and Albion while redeveloping Sunshine Station into […]
Abrasive Blasting Invaluable for Rail Industry
With over 40 years of experience and a position as the world leader in the supply of robotic abrasive cleaning systems, establishing the rail industry as the single biggest customer segment of Blastman Robotics is saying something. Conversely, Blastman is a significant operator in the rail industry. This is no wonder since the company’s robotics […]
Stadler’s EURODUAL Locomotive Approved for Operation in Balkan Region
Stadler has announced that its EURODUAL locomotive has been officially approved for operation in Slovenia, Croatia and Serbia. The announcement marks a critical moment for international rail freight connectivity across the Pan-European Corridor X, which links Central Europe with the Balkan region towards Turkey. With new approvals in Slovenia, Croatia and Serbia, Stadler is significantly […]
RCRC Launches Auction for Naming Rights of Five Riyadh Metro Stations
The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) has launched an investment auction for the naming rights of a set of five key stations on the Riyadh Metro. Naming rights for the stations in question, Al-Murooj, An-Nuzhah, King Fahd District 1, Al-Rabi, and Jarir District, are being offered under long-term contracts with a 10-year duration. Investors […]
Network Rail Signs Deal with RWE for Renewable Energy Supply
Network Rail has signed a new deal that marks a significant milestone in its journey towards powering all its offices, depots and managed stations with renewable energy. The deal will see renewable energy company RWE supply around 65% of its non-traction electricity from one of its offshore wind farms. The deal will see RWE supply […]
Two Derby Locations Make Shortlist for New GBR HQ
Two locations in Derby have made the final shortlist for the new Great British Railways (GBR) HQ. The sites, Becketwell, a city centre brownfield site, and Midland House, an existing railway building opposite Derby station, have been deemed ‘most viable’ out of a list of five potential locations. Great British Railways Branding © Department for […]
Amtrak Begins Procurement Process for New Long-Distance Train Fleet
Amtrak has formally begun the procurement process for what is expected to be its largest order of long-distance trains, marking a significant step in the renewal of its ageing fleet. The US passenger rail operator has issued a request for proposals to train manufacturers, inviting bids for a contract to replace railcars used on overnight […]
Canada: VIA Rail to Invest $150 Million in Sleeper Car Upgrades
VIA Rail Canada has announced a 150 million CAD programme to modernise its fleet of 56 Château and Manor sleeper cars over the next five years. The work will be carried out by CAD Railway Industries at its facility in Lachine, Québec. The upgrades are expected to include improvements to interior fittings and onboard systems, […]
West Midlands Trains nationalised | The Railway Hub
West Midlands Trains (WMT) has become the latest train operating company to be taken back under public control, moving to be under the control of DfT Operator Limited on February 1. The operation is one of the more complex former franchises, with two distinct divisions providing services branded as London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands […]