Founded in 2017, the company consists of a team of about 30 highly qualified employees with a strong R&D expertise. The Frequentis investment is made through the wholly owned subsidiary BlueCall GmbH. The transaction is carried out through a capital increase at Nemergent, for which a binding investment agreement was
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Campaigners urge government to cancel fare rises
InnoTrans Confirms Strong Exhibitor Interest for 2021
The world’s biggest railway exhibition, InnoTrans, which has been postponed from September 2020 to April 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic, says that the current level of bookings is at the same level as it was for InnoTrans 2018. There have been cancellations due to the new dates. However, the first
HS2 Reveals First Images of Chiltern Tunnel TBMs
HS2 launches race for high voltage power supply systems
Following on from the government’s green light for construction, HS2 have begun the search for contractors to deliver the high voltage power supply systems. The systems will transfer electricity to the UK’s new high-speed rail link and allow millions of people to enjoy low carbon journeys between Birmingham, London and
Hitachi Rail to Acquire Digital Sensor Company Perpetuum
Hitachi Rail has announced its intention to take over Perpetuum in order to speed up its digitalisation strategy in the United Kingdom. Perpetuum, which is based in Southampton and has 73 members of staff, will be integrated into Hitachi’s railway business to help digitalise its global train maintenance programme. Hitachi’s rail
Technology Choices to Talent Gaps, Top of Mind Topics for Rail Industry Executives
Transportation, banking and capital markets are three very different industries with one thing in common: high susceptibility to future disruption, according to Accenture. Transportation services are specifically unique, as the industry is currently experiencing high levels of disruption in addition to high susceptibility for future disruption. The rail industry, a critical
HS2’s giant tunnelling machines prepare for New Year launch
Alstom Calls Bombardier Quarterly Results ‘Unexpected and Negative’
Following the publication by Bombardier Inc. of its quarterly results, Alstom released a statement in which it said the quarterly results pointed to ‘unexpected and negative developments regarding Bombardier Transportation’. This statement follows the news that the European Commission has given the go-ahead for Alstom to acquire Bombardier Transportation, following a
Hitachi and Bombardier to Supply 23 Frecciarossa Trains to Trenitalia
“The ETR1000 train, widely known commercially as the Frecciarossa 1000, has transformed passenger transport on high-speed lines in Italy, setting the standard and becoming the fastest and most admired train in Europe. It is a platform that we are very proud of and is proof of our continuous and positive
HS2 Begins Search for High-Voltage Power Supply Systems Contractor
HS2 Ltd has started looking for a specialist contractor to supply the high-voltage power supply systems for the line. The high-voltage power supply systems contract is worth around 523 million GBP and will involve the winning bidder designing, manufacturing, supplying, installing, testing, commissioning and maintaining the systems. There will be around 50
Rail Live 2020 Cancelled | New Dates for 2021
Rail Live, which was to take place at Long Marston, England, on 9 and 10 September has been cancelled because of the continued uncertainty around coronavirus restrictions. The organisers initially considered moving the event online, having a two-day virtual platform. However, after consulting with exhibitors, they have chosen to cancel for
Rail Live falls victim to coronavirus
THIS year’s Rail Live has been cancelled. The rail industry event had been planned to take place at Long Marston in Warwickshire on 9 and 10 September. The organisers have blamed ‘the uncertainty surrounding Covid-19 restrictions’. Some media reports have been suggesting that a wider lockdown could return next month. Plans had
University of Birmingham Preferred Bidder for NCATI
The University bases its bid on its strong expertise in rail. Government, the college, the Further Education Commissioner and the University’s Council will now look at the proposal in detail. The college has two locations in England – Birmingham and Doncaster. It has struggled greatly with financial and educational problems. Before a
Monday essay: an open cheque book?
The government has just announced a new round of funding to support English tram, light rail and bus services outside London, but Sim Harris suggests that the final reckoning, along with the billions already allocated to National Rail, will be a high one. FINANCIAL support is needed because of the continuing
Bakan Karaismailoğlu: Kurban Bayramı’nda hava yoluyla 1 milyon 202 bin 174 yolcu taşındı
Ulaştırma ve Altyapı Bakanı Adil Karaismailoğlu, yaptığı yazılı açıklamada, Kurban Bayramı süresince seyahat eden yolcu ve otoyollardan geçen araç verilerini paylaştı. Kara, hava ve demir yollarında düzenledikleri ek seferlerle vatandaşların bayramda, rahat, konforlu ve mutlu bir şekilde sevdiklerine kavuşması için yoğun gayret sarf ettiklerini kaydeden Karaismailoğlu, hava yoluyla taşınan yolcu sayısına
A Lancashire half-century
Mark Smithers reports on the West Lancashire Light Railway, a family-friendly operation which has just celebrated its 50th anniversary after starting from humble beginnings in 1967. IN 1878, the standard-gauge West Lancashire Railway was opened from Southport to Hesketh Bank, with a through connection to Preston following in 1882. This line
Alstom Begins Validation Tests for Prima T8 in Azerbaijan
Alstom has begun the validation tests for its Prima T8 AZ8A freight locomotives in Azerbaijan. These tests are taking place on the country’s main freight line, which runs on 25kV AC. Azerbaijan Railways (ADY) awarded a contract for 50 electric locomotives – 40 Prima T8 AZ8A heavy freight locomotives and 10
Scottish timber is back on the rails
Centuries old viaduct designed by George Stephenson to be restored
An 180-year-old viaduct designed by railway pioneer George Stephenson is undergoing a multi-million-pound restoration to improve passenger journeys and secure its future for generations to come. The £3.7m Great North Rail Project investment will see the Grade II listed Gauxholme viaduct grit blasted to its bare metal for structural repairs
Bombardier Transfers First 2 FLEXITY Trams to Karlsruhe
“We’re pleased that the trams have arrived in Karlsruhe, via sustainable rail transportation. In the coming weeks, the vehicles will be prepared for operation, tested and finally authorized for passenger service on site. Since the new vehicles differ only slightly in technical terms from the proven trains already in service,
Quick Fix, Long Term Protection – GEOWEB® Geocells
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Life after COVID-19: Lessons from past pandemics
First Battery Electric Shunter in Operation for Rhaetian Railway
The Geaf 2/2 shunting locomotives will primarily operate under electric traction (OLE). They are also equipped with a traction battery, which will allow the locomotives to operate on non-electrified tracks. Lithium-ion batteries have become sufficiently advanced that they are now a suitable alternative to diesel locomotives in shunting operations. Compared
Amtrak Reveals Renderings of New Siemens Locomotives
Amtrak announced it had ordered 75 new locomotives in December 2018. Siemens Mobility will deliver these through 2024. The initial agreement also includes an option for Amtrak to purchase further ALC-42 locomotives. Compared to the SC-44 locomotives that Amtrak also operates, the ALC-42 has a bigger fuel tank for longer routes.
East West Rail takes new steps further east
A BUSINESS case for improving train services between Cambridge, Ipswich and Norwich is to be developed by consultants on behalf of the East West Rail Consortium, as an addition to the plans for reopening the former Varsity Line between Oxford, Bedford and Cambridge. Work to complete the section between Oxford and
WiFi SPARK Aces Latest ISO 27001 Certification
WiFi SPARK Team Aces the Latest Audit of Their ISO 27001 Certification Celebrations abound at WiFi SPARK this week as the team successfully passes an audit of their ISO 27001 certification with flying colours. The British Assessment Bureau spent three days auditing the WiFi SPARK business for their Information Security Management qualification
PREVIEW: August edition of The Railway Magazine
Britain’s best-selling rail title The Railway Magazine is back for another month of award-winning photos, news, features and exclusives from the rail industry, past and present. This month’s The Railway Magazine covers the devastating news about the COVID-19 pandemic as the rail industry is hit hard, as train companies thank the
£40m Stevenage station platform opens for services
Photo: Network Rail Rail Minister Chris Heaton-Harris has announced the opening of a new £40 million platform and track at Stevenage station. Construction work on the project has been accelerated and delivered more than a year ahead of the revised schedule. Rail passengers will benefit from more frequent and reliable services as
Sydney Metro City & Southwest Line Construction Enters New Phase
The construction works for the Sydney Metro City & Southwest line have entered a new phase, with construction work to extend the tracks from Chatsworth under Sydney Harbour having begun. The Sydney Metro City & Southwest line will connect the southeastern terminus of the Sydney Metro Northwest line at Chatsworth with
Network Rail ‘astonished’ by level crossing misuse in Kent
West Coast Main Line Gets £3.4m Electrification Upgrade
“This major £3.4m investment of the overhead line equipment is an important upgrade to improve reliability for our passengers, and train and freight operating companies on the West Coast main line in Lancashire and Cumbria. “Putting passengers first, we’ve brought in a specialist team that will work in the early hours
Plans to be submitted for new main line station in Wales
A FIVE week statutory public consultation has started today on a scheme to build a new station called Cardiff Parkway, on the Newport side of the Welsh capital. The consultation is in preparation for an application for outline planning consent to be submitted soon. The £120 million station would serve a
Main contractor takes charge at HS2 Old Oak Common
Germany Establishes Digital Railway Test Site
The Minister President of Saxony, Michael Kretschmer, pointed out that the state government has been supportive of this research project for a long time. Consequently, Saxony would fund a co-ordinator, who would assist the TU Chemnitz in planning, controlling and implementing the local research infrastructure. source= https://railway-news.com/germany-establishes-digital-railway-test-site/
Balfour Beatty VINCI SYSTRA Take Over HS2 Old Oak Common Site
Knorr-Bremse Wins London Underground Contract
Knorr-Bremse has signed a contract with Siemens Mobility to supply the entrance systems for 94 trains for the London Underground. IFE, a subsidiary of Knorr-Bremse, has won the biggest contract in its history. Starting in mid-2021, it will deliver the door systems for London’s Piccadilly line. In total, IFE will deliver
Severn Valley Railway back in business after months of closure
Monday essay: Attlee returns?
The Department for Transport has been traditionally unhappy about the n-word – nationalisation, that is. But Sim Harris has been wondering whether perhaps it is time for a u-turn. WHEN the Virgin Trains East Coast franchise collapsed in 2018, it was suggested that the Intercity East Coast operation had been nationalised
Commission Approves Alstom’s Acquisition of Bombardier
Alstom and Bombardier Transportation currently compete in the following railway sectors: Very high-speed, mainline and urban rolling stock Mainline and urban signalling solutions – both trackside and on-board units The Commission initially has substantial competition concerns in a number of areas. They were: Very high-speed rolling stock: the acquisition would have left the new
PALFINGER Results Strong Despite Crisis-Hit Half Year
HS2 Chiltern Tunnel Site One Step Closer to TBM Arrival
CZ Loko Delivers First EffiShunter 1000M to CER Cargo
Czech rolling stock manufacturer CZ Loko has delivered the first of two EffiShunter 1000M locomotives to freight operator CER Cargo Holding. The Hungarian operator, who is part of L.A.C. Group, received the locomotive in Jihlava at the end of June. High-level representatives from both parties attended the hand-over event. The second
‘En uzun demir yolu tüneli’nde çalışmalar hızla sürüyor
Ulaştırma ve Altyapı Bakanlığınca, Adana-Osmaniye-Gaziantep hızlı tren hattı kapsamında yürütülen çalışmalar AA muhabirince görüntülendi. Projenin bir bölümü olan Bahçe-Nurdağı Demiryolu Tünel Projesi'nde yer alan çift tüplü tünelin bir tüpünün inşaatında delme işlemleri tamamlandı, diğer tüpte ise devam ediyor. Çift tüplü tünelin hizmete girmesinin ardından Bahçe-Nurdağı'ndaki mevcut hat uzunluğu 32 kilometreden 17 kilometreye
Tracklaying Begins on Forrestfield-Airport Link
Australia: Following the completion of tunnelling works on the Forrestfield-Airport Link in April 2020, tracklaying has now begun on the line with the first kilometre now in place. The project, an investment of 1.86 billion AUD, has got its first kilometre of track near Redcliffe Station. The work is being performed
CAF Wins Maintenance Contracts Worth €40m
Spanish rolling stock manufacturer has won maintenance contracts worth 40 million euros. Italy The public entity that manages transport in the city of Palermo, Sicily – AMAT S.p.A. – has selected CAF Italia to maintain the 17 trams that operate on the city’s four tram lines. The contract has a runtime of
Bakan Karaismailoğlu: Vatandaşlarımızı hızlı tren konforuyla buluşturmak için canla …
Ulaştırma ve Altyapı Bakanı Adil Karaismailoğlu, Ankara-Sivas Yüksek Hızlı Tren (YHT) hattı Yerköy şantiyesinde incelemelerde bulundu. Helikopterle hattı inceleyen Karaismailoğlu, daha sonra Yerköy şantiyesinde yetkililerden bilgi aldı. Burada gazetecilere açıklama yapan Karaismailoğlu, Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Devlet Demiryolları ve yüklenici firma yetkililerinden hatla ilgili bilgi alıp, incelemede bulunduğunu söyledi. Karaismailoğlu, Ankara-Sivas YHT'nin bu yıl bitirilmesi
Germany to Get World’s First Hydrogen Filling Station for Passenger Trains
The world’s first hydrogen filling station for passenger trains will be built in Bremervoerde in the state of Lower Saxony, Germany. Lower Saxony, which has seen the operation of Germany’s first hydrogen-powered train, will now also get a hydrogen filling station for these trains. Construction will begin in September. Representatives from
MOVING IN, MOVING ON, MOVING OUT
Britain’s biggest train fleet transformation since the 1950s
A Class 385, destined for ScotRail, inside the production hall at Hitachi, Newton Aycliffe, on November 20, 2017. CHRIS MILNER Words: The Railway Magazine Britain’s train fleet is undergoing its biggest transformation since the 1950s, with around 5,700 new vehicles being delivered or on order. Ben Jones looks at what we’ll be
Britain’s biggest train flee transformation since the 1950s
A Class 385, destined for ScotRail, inside the production hall at Hitachi, Newton Aycliffe, on November 20, 2017. CHRIS MILNER Words: The Railway Magazine Britain’s train fleet is undergoing its biggest transformation since the 1950s, with around 5,700 new vehicles being delivered or on order. Ben Jones looks at what we’ll be
YHT’lerde Kurban Bayramı’na özel ek seferler düzenlenecek
Kurban Bayramı dolayısıyla artan yolcu talebini karşılamak üzere "Ankara-İstanbul-Ankara" hattında ek Yüksek Hızlı Tren (YHT) seferleri düzenlenecek. Ulaştırma ve Altyapı Bakanlığından yapılan yazılı açıklamaya göre, YHT sefer sayıları artırılarak, 3 binin üzerinde ilave yolcu kapasitesi sunulacak. Söz konusu ek YHT seferleri, 30 Temmuz-3 Ağustos'ta Ankara-İstanbul (Söğütlüçeşme) hattında gerçekleştirilecek. Ek sefer konulan YHT'ler,
EUROFIMA Signs €240m Financing Transaction with FS Italiane
18 Jun 2020 | Business SNCF Launches 2020 Hiring Drive SNCF Réseau, the company's infrastructure arm, has launched its 2020 hiring drive, during which it wants to recruit 1000 rail staff. source= https://railway-news.com/eurofima-e240m-financing-transaction-fs-italiane/
Alstom Delivers 55m Citadis Trams to Dublin
As part of a partnership with Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) and the National Transport Authority (NTA), Alstom has delivered the first of eight Citadis trams to Dublin. The project also involves Alstom extending a further 28 vehicles already operating on the network. Alstom manufactured these first two tram at its facility
Unipart Rail Announced as Distributor for AB Hoses’ AAS
“We have worked very closely with RSSB and West Midlands Trains, along with Ricardo Rail, DB-ESG and Intrumentel, to build on our existing, award winning, sanding system technology and delivered the DVRS system used in the T1107 service trial. I’m delighted to say the results were overwhelmingly positive, the drivers
London Transport Museum appeal for donations
The London Transport Museum is appealing for donations towards maintaining its future as it looks to reopen in the autumn. The museum, which was forced to close its doors in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic, has announced losses of £1.5 million and counting. London Transport Museum needs you It costs £25,000 each
Škoda Transportation Launches 1bn CZK Investment in Pilsen
Alstom Delivers Power Supply and Interlocking Systems in Egypt
After installing its power supply system and computer-based interlocking signalling system, Alstom performed the necessary tests, allowing them to enter commercial service on the Mallawi section of the railway line between Beni Suef and Asyut 23 July. To mark the milestone, there was an inaugural ceremony attended by members of Egyptian
Harsco Rail Signs Its First Contract with Hungarian Railways
Harsco Rail’s 20 stone grinder (RGH20C2), which removes surface defects on rails and re-profiles the rail head on both rails, is one of the most technologically advanced grinders working today. Fully compliant with all European standards, it easily grinds mainline and switches without any modifications, sustainably operates with an environmentally-friendly
Pilot Project on Digital Automatic Coupling Launches
The German Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure (BMVI) has launched a project to demonstrate, test and certify digital automatic coupling (DAC) for rail freight. A consortium of six European partners, led by Deutsche Bahn, has been awarded the project and will now investigate the use of digital automatic coupling
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System Coating Solutions for Rail Vehicles
Certified System Coating Solutions of the Highest Quality for Rail Vehicles Watch the video The strict quality requirements of the national railways and the train manufacturers require certified coating systems of the highest quality. FreiLacke offers diverse and certified system coating solutions in the areas of powder coatings, liquid coatings and composites for
Socomec Webinars – Expert Insights on Demand
Integrated power specialist, Socomec, is sharing its expertise by making its most popular webinars available on replay – for industry insights on demand. Hosted by leaders in their field, the replays offer the opportunity to learn from the best on subjects including power monitoring, power availability and UPS architecture. Investigating key
International Competition to Find Major Rolling Stock Partner in Kazakhstan
The national railway company of Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ), has launched an international competition to find a strategic partner to take over the Tulpar coach assembly plant and deliver passenger cars. KTZ is accepting proposals from potential strategic partners. Interested parties are asked to provide documentation (Part A). Once KTZ
Crossrail Central Section Won’t Open Next Summer
Despite the announcement that the central Crossrail section between Paddington and Abbey Wood would open by the summer of 2021, there are now further delays. The project, which has been marred by delays, has experienced a further setback due to COVID-19. Physical activity on sites had to be paused, causing the
Crossrail abandons hopes of opening next summer
THE Crossrail board has admitted that the Elizabeth Line cannot open as soon as next summer. The section across central London should have been launched in December 2018, but the project has been the victim of repeated delays. These have been attributed to various factors, including problems with software. The coronavirus
Another £20m for Tyne and Wear Metro, but Nexus wants more
NEXUS has been granted a further £20 million by the government for modernising Tyne & Wear Metro. The funding will be used for further infrastructure renewals, including track and overhead line replacements, after the main £350 million Metro ‘all change’ programme of major upgrades that started in April 2010 ends next
Physical distancing comes down to one metre on ScotRail
THE physical distancing minimum on ScotRail trains and stations will come down to one metre from Monday. ScotRail and Network Rail will introduce the new measure following the publication of the Scottish Government’s updated guidance on 2 July. ScotRail warned that the capacity of its trains will still be ‘significantly reduced’. Operations
£589 million to kick-start rail upgrades across the North
Improvements to rail services in the north of England will get a £589 million kick-start, the government has announced. The cash injection will go towards electrifying the line between Manchester and Leeds, and doubling the number of tracks on the most congested sections in and around Leeds and Huddersfield. The most
Livery Design: Giving the railway the ‘WOW’ factor
While many transport companies look to external agencies and specialists to develop and maintain their brand and image, some undertake the activity in-house. Virgin Trains was one of the companies that until recently had its own design unit. Steven Knight speaks with creative designer Sam Jessup, whose artistic talents were
Siemens Mobility Wins Train Cab Radio Contract in Norway
GSM-R Versus FRMCS FRMCS will be the new standard for global telecommunications in rail and it will replace GSM-R (Global System for Mobile Communications – Railway). The current international wifeless communications standard for railway communications and applications is part of ERTMS and delivers signalling information directly to the train. However, GSM-R
HS2 Reveals Design for First Chiltern Tunnel Vent Shaft Headhouse
HS2 Ltd has revealed the design of the first of four vent shaft headhouses for the Chiltern Tunnel. This one – the Chalfont St Peter vent shaft headhouse – and the other three will provide both ventilation and emergency access to the 16km tunnel. The headhouses will also contain electrical equipment. Having
Transpennine boost as £589m budget is announced
THE Department for Transport has announced a budget of £589 million to launch work on upgrading the Transpennine main line between Leeds, Huddersfield and Manchester. A Northern Transport Acceleration Council is being set up today, which will be ‘dedicated to accelerating vital infrastructure projects and better connecting communities’ in the north
Additional 1m GBP for Breeze Hydrogen Train Programme
Alstom and rolling stock company Eversholt Rail will invest an additional 1 million GBP in the hydrogen train ‘Breeze’. The two parties say they want to accelerate the hydrogen train industry in Great Britain by contributing an additional 1 million GBP in investment in hydrogen train technology in the country, which
Alstom, Eversholt ‘jump start’ hydrogen trains project
ALSTOM and Eversholt Rail are investing another £1 million in the development of British hydrogen-fuelled trains, which will be produced at Alstom’s Transport Technology Centre in Widnes. The trains, branded Breeze, are converted from ex-British Rail electric Class 321s, and will form a new Class 600 series. They will emit
BLS to Refurbish Lötschberg Base Tunnel
Swiss passenger and freight rail operator BLS will refurbish the Lötschberg Base Tunnel following water and sand ingress earlier this year. The Lötschberg Base Tunnel, the first of the base tunnels on the New Rail Link through the Alps (NRLA) to open (2007), suffered water and sand ingress in March this
Crossrail costs rise again, and new delays are likely
THE price of Crossrail has risen by another £140 million, and rail minister Chris Heaton-Harris described the further increase as ‘very disappointing’. It also seems likely that completion of the project will be delayed yet again. The extra funding is needed to complete the surface sections in east and west London,
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Network Rail’s Mark Langman to step down
THE director of Network Rail’s Wales and Western region Mark Langman has announced his retirement. Mr Langman joined British Rail in 1986 as an apprentice on the Youth Training Scheme. During his career he managed stations and worked in control rooms, among other jobs, before becoming general manager for Wales and
Tunnel Safety and Security Systems Contract Awarded for Madrid-Asturias High-Speed Line
Inspiro Metro for Sofia Leaves Factory in Poland
The 21st Inspiro metro vehicle has left Nowy Sacz in Poland for Sofia, Bulgaria. Metropolitan EAD ordered the vehicles from the SIMETRO consortium, made up of Siemens Mobility GmbH Austria, Siemens Mobility EOOD in Sofia and Newag S.A. This metro vehicle that is now on its way to Bulgaria is the first
BAV: Operating Licence for Ceneri Base Tunnel Will Be Issued on Time
RMT threatens all-out Underground strikes in driverless row
First TRAXX MS3 Locomotives Enter Commercial Trial Operation in Czech Republic
“Using this modern locomotive in our fleet will enable us to offer our customers additional services, thanks to its increased power and efficiency. “We are also proud to be the first ones to operate the TRAXX MS3 locomotive, the first locomotive to be fully compliant with the new Czech Electromagnetic Compatibility
Argentina: Siemens Wins CBTC Signalling Contract
Siemens Mobility has won a contract to supply Metro Line D in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with its CBTC signalling solution. Siemens Mobility won the contract to install the communications-based train control system on the 11km line from Subterráneos de Buenos Aires, Sociedad del Estado (SBASE). The line, which has 16 stations,
Three-day season tickets are being discussed
GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY has confirmed reports that more flexible season tickets are being considered. A spokesman told Railnews that outline plans have been sent to the Rail Delivery Group for wider discussions within the industry, so that they can then be submitted to the Department for Transport, which is currently controlling
New plan for south west railways unveiled
Monday essay: a long road ahead
Hızlı tren kazasıyla ilgili görülen davada tutuklu sanık kalmadı
Ankara 30'uncu Ağır Ceza Mahkemesinde görülen davanın duruşmasına tutuklu sanık Osman Yıldırım, bulunduğu cezaevinden Ses ve Görüntülü Bilişim Sistemi (SEGBİS) aracılıyla katılırken tutuksuz sanıklar ise salonda hazır bulundu. Mahkeme, celsede bazı tanık ve müştekileri dinlerken, koronavirüs salgını nedeniyle kişileri salona tek tek aldı. Salona izleyici ve müşteki yakınları alınmadı. Tanık 'eğitim
Welcome back on board, as PM eases transport rules
Updated 12.35 THE rules about public transport are being relaxed and the Prime Minister has told a news conference that anyone is welcome on board, although face coverings must still be worn. As far as commuters are concerned, he told his audience: ‘It is not for government to decide how employers should
Bombardier to Supply BiLevel Cars for Coaster Service
US: Bombardier Transportation has signed a contract with North County Transit District (California) to supply BiLevel rail cars. The North County Transit District will use the eleven new commuter rail cars for its COASTER service, a service Bombardier currently also operates. Bombardier and the NCTD signed the contract on 7 July, after
Corby electrification delayed by pandemic
Rail Baltica Receives Additional EU Funding
The Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Committee voted to grant the Rail Baltica Global project an additional 184 million euros of CEF financing. These funds have now been received by Rail Baltica and are to be invested in the project until 2024. Added to this sum will be 15 percent national co-financing,
Anti-Drumming of Rail Vehicles
So That the Peace and Quiet Is Not Left by the Wayside: Our Flame-Retardant Sound Deadening Solution Absorbs Structure-Borne Noise in Trains Solvent-Free Artificial Resin Dispersion Achieves High Acoustic Effectiveness When talking about travel comfort, it’s not only speed, comfortable seating and legroom that are important, so too does a feeling of
Rail passengers could be welcome again soon
THERE is growing speculation that the government is poised to change its ‘anti-public transport’ message soon as part of continued easing of lockdown restrictions. Until now, passengers have been urged not to use trains, trams and other public transport if they can find another way to travel, although facemasks are compulsory
Alstom Orders Up on Last Year Despite Coronavirus
Alstom has released its financial results for Q1 of 2020/2021, covering the period 1 April–30 June. During that period it took 1,651 million euros worth of orders compared to 1,620 million euros for the same period the previous year. Two primary orders responsible for these favourable numbers are the metro system
ZELC Award: Four in a Row for IGW in Suzhou
DB Orders 30 New ICE Trains from Siemens for €1 Billion
Deutsche Bahn is investing one billion euros in 30 new ICE trains. They are to enter passenger service starting in 2022. From 2022 onwards 30 new ICE trains will join the existing fleet of DB’s high-speed trains. The contract, worth around 1 billion euros, has gone to Siemens Mobility. Deutsche Bahn
ProRail and Alstom to Test ATO on Shunting Locomotive
The Dutch rail infrastructure manager ProRail and French rolling stock manufacturer Alstom will test Automatic Train Operation (ATO) equipment on a Lineas shunting locomotive. Starting in the Netherlands in 2021, this will be the first European test of automated shunting, which is a central development for bringing about a digital railway. A
New scheme for Midlands to improve rail links to Birmingham Airport
MIDLANDS CONNECT is asking the government for £20 million, so that it can move ahead with plans to improve railway links to the stations at Coventry and Birmingham International. The whole scheme has been estimated to cost between £125 million and £180 million, and would provide direct trains to the two