£500 Million Network Rail Deal to Secure British Steel Jobs

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The Transport Secretary has announced a five-year, 500 million GBP agreement between Network Rail and British Steel, safeguarding thousands of manufacturing jobs and supporting the continued operation of the Scunthorpe steelworks. The deal, confirmed during a ministerial visit to the site, will see British Steel provide over 337,000 tonnes of rail

The Rise of Remote Work: Adapting Talent Acquisition Strategies for a Distributed Workforce

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Remote work is becoming the norm in various industries. It saves time and money, and it’s a preferred system for workers and employers. However, it demands some adjustments in operational systems including talent acquisition. Various talent acquisition strategies will help you find the right workers for your remote roles. Here are

Rolling Stock Networking – The Place for Rail Professionals to be on 3rd July

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Combining an exhibition with 153 exhibitors from across the rolling-stock supply chain, a conference organised by the Railway Industry Association, unlimited networking opportunities, a Digitisation Forum and a series of product launches and demonstrations, it really is an event that is not to be missed. SEE THE SHOW GUIDE and PLAN

Bender UK Appoints Commercial Director To Lead Smart Growth

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We have appointed Tim Checketts as commercial director to lead sales and marketing operations, and drive growth in critical infrastructure markets including rail, e-mobility and healthcare. His appointment strengthens our company’s position as demand for smart, safer, and more sustainable energy solutions continues to grow across the UK and Ireland. Tim Checketts,

SYSTRA to Support New High-Speed Rail Line in South-West France

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SYSTRA France has been appointed by SNCF Réseau to provide general and technical project management assistance for the New South-West Line (Ligne Nouvelle Sud-Ouest, LNSO), a major high-speed rail development linking Bordeaux with Toulouse and Dax. Awarded by the GPSO Agency, the nine-year contract will see SYSTRA involved in all phases

California High-Speed Rail Disputes Proposed Termination of Funding

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The California High-Speed Rail Authority has issued a detailed response to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) following the agency’s proposed termination of two key funding agreements. In a 14-page letter sent this week to FRA Acting Administrator Drew Feeley, Authority CEO Ian Choudri described the proposed action as unwarranted and based

Sensonic and Chicago Transit Test Latest Rail Safety and Security Innovation

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Sensonic Incorporated, a leading international firm specialising in fibre optic sensing in transportation contexts, today announced its exciting partnership with the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) on a new pilot program. This initiative, recently approved by the Chicago Transit Board, aims to deploy Sensonic’s cutting-edge Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) technology to automatically

DDAP-RAX Railway Solutions for Transport Logistics

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The Transport Logistics 2025 exhibition, which took place in Munich (Germany) on 02-05 June 2025, gathered record numbers: 2,722 exhibitors from 73 countries and more than 77,000 visitors from more than 130 countries and regions, including representatives of DDAP-RAX LLC. The exhibition’s focus on digitalisation, sustainable development, and artificial intelligence, as

Amorim Cork Solutions: A Trusted Partner in Rail Infrastructure Innovation

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Leading Rail Innovation with Cork-Rubber Composites In the evolving landscape of rail infrastructure, the demand for sustainable, high-performance materials is paramount. Amorim Cork Solutions stands at the forefront, offering cork-rubber composites that address these needs effectively. High-Performance Vibration Control Solutions for Track Infrastructure Amorim Cork Solutions develops and supplies a complete range of

Kuzey Dakota Tren Kazası: NTSB Soruşturması

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“`html ABD’nin Kuzey Dakota eyaletinde, Bordulac yakınlarında, Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) treninin raydan çıkması, ulusal taşımacılık güvenliği kuruluşu olan Ulusal Ulaştırma Güvenliği Kurulu (NTSB) tarafından soruşturulmaya başlandı. 5 Temmuz 2024’te meydana gelen kazada, tehlikeli maddeler taşıyan tanklar da dahil olmak üzere 29 vagon raydan çıktı. NTSB’nin soruşturmasının amacı, kazanın nedenini,

San Francisco Advances Muni Metro Train Control Upgrade

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The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) has launched the next phase of its Train Control Upgrade Project (TCUP), aimed at overhauling the train signalling and control systems across the Muni Metro network. The project will introduce a communications-based train control (CBTC) system, which uses continuous, real-time data exchange between trains

Spending Review: Rail Responds

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A number of industry figureheads have offered their takes on the Chancellor’s 2025 Spending Review. The review, which was held yesterday (11 June), saw Chancellor Reeves officially announce funding injections for a number of transport projects throughout the UK, including 15 million GBP for new rail, tram and bus networks across

Come and See Our Innovative Products at Rail Live

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We will be exhibiting our range of eco-friendly products at this month’s widely anticipated Rail Live event in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. The UK’s largest rail exhibition, Rail Live is being staged at Porterbrook’s Long Marston Rail Innovation Centre between 18-19 June 2025. Approximately 7,000 rail professionals are expected to attend the two-day

nROK 7280-7AC5IP Revolutionizes AI-enabled Traffic Safety with Unprecedented Performance and Ruggedness

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The nROK 7280-7AC5IP, a cutting-edge rugged computer, is designed to power the next generation of AI-enabled traffic safety solutions. This powerful system leverages the latest Intel Core Ultra Meteor Lake H series processor, delivering exceptional performance and robust reliability in demanding outdoor environments. The nROK 7280-7AC5IP is engineered to meet the critical demands of modern

Coventry University Supports Next Stage of Very Light Rail Project

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Coventry University’s Research Centre for Future Transport and Cities is contributing to the development of Coventry’s Very Light Rail (CVLR) system by helping to assess public responses to the new transport mode. The centre will gather and analyse feedback from passengers using the city’s CVLR demonstrator. The Coventry Very Light Rail initiative

Metrolinx Launches Contest to Name Ontario Line Tunnel Boring Machines

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Metrolinx has launched a public naming contest for the pair of tunnel boring machines (TBMs) that will help construct the downtown segment of the Ontario Line in Toronto. The two machines, each custom-built for the project, recently arrived in Canada after being assembled, tested, and disassembled in Schwanau, Germany. They will

The Sustainability Benefits of New Railroad Technology

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The latest advancements in rail technology are not only preventing accidents and boosting operational efficiency, but also playing a significant role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. At a time when North American railroads are spending billions to improve sustainability through programs to modernize locomotives and switch from diesel to renewable energy

Alstom to Upgrade Railway Signalling Systems for Metro de Sevilla

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Alstom has signed a new contract with Metro de Sevilla for both the maintenance and upgrade of its railway signalling systems, covering trackside equipment and onboard equipment. The contract will also see Alstom renew interlockings, provide hardware upgrades and tools for fixed trackside balises, necessary spare parts and repair stock for

Sendika açık erişimin kaldırılmasını istiyor

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RMT, tüm açık erişim başvurularının reddedilmesini ve mevcut operatörlerin millileştirilmesini talep ediyor. Çağrı, Hull Trains ve Lumo'nun sahibi olan ve önümüzdeki birkaç yıl içinde iki yeni rotada açık erişim hizmetleri başlatması beklenen FirstGroup'un yeni ticaret rakamlarına yanıt olarak geliyor. Kaynak

Derby-Built Alstom Trains Enter Service for London Northwestern Railway

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A new fleet of Alstom electric trains manufactured in Derby has entered passenger service for London Northwestern Railway on routes to and from London Euston. The Class 730/2 trains, built by Alstom at its Derby Litchurch Lane Works, consist of 36 five-carriage units, totalling 180 new carriages. The introduction of the fleet

INPS Won the 2024 CARS Safety Award for their Fireproof Hazmat Placard Innovation

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The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) announced the winners of its annual Safety Awards, which recognize RAC member-companies’ initiatives that help to ensure our country’s rail network remains among the safest in the world. International Name Plate Supplies Ltd. (INPS) was the recipient of the 2024 Safety Award from the Canadian

Germany: First Stadler CITYLINK TramTrain Arrives in Saarbrücken

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Stadler officially unveiled the first CITYLINK TramTrain for Saarbahn on 9 June 2025 in Saarbrücken-Brebach. This delivery is part of the major VDV-TramTrain procurement initiative, led by a consortium of six public transport operators from Germany and Austria. Stadler will manufacture up to 504 vehicles under this joint agreement, with 28 of

DB Confirms Reports of Potential Service Between Germany and London

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Deutsche Bahn (DB) has confirmed reports of a potential new Eurostar connection between Germany and London. A DB spokesperson has confirmed that there are ongoing discussions regarding the possibility of such a service, which the company has stated would be ‘challenging from a technical, operational, and legal perspective’. Eurostar trains at London

Eurostar Londra'dan yeni rotalar duyurdu

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Eurostar, ikisi Londra'dan olmak üzere üç yeni rota planlıyor. İngiliz seferleri, Birleşik Krallık başkentini Frankfurt ve Cenevre'ye bağlayacakken, üçüncüsü Amsterdam ve Brüksel'i Cenevre'ye bağlayacak. Bunların tanıtımı, 2030'ların başında yaklaşık iki milyar avroluk bir yatırım gerektirecek 50 trene kadar yeni bir filoya bağlı. Kaynak

Rolling Short: The Equipment Crisis Facing US Passenger Rail

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At Railway Interchange, John Robert Smith, Chairman of Transportation for America, highlighted the growing public demand for passenger rail and its clear economic potential. To help optimise investments and tackle current challenges, he advocated for specific legislative solutions, such as the creation of a National Equipment Leasing Pool , which could accelerate

ATP Releases Solicitation for Design and Construction of Austin Light Rail Phase 1

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Austin Transit Partnership (ATP) has released an official solicitation for the final design and construction contract in preparation for the breaking of ground on the Austin Light Rail Phase 1 alignment beginning in 2027. The selection process will see ATP choose a partner responsible for helping to both shape and build

Protect Our Waters with Yeltech’s Advanced Monitoring Solutions

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At Yeltech, we’re committed to safeguarding our planet’s precious water resources. Our water quality monitoring solutions combine cutting-edge engineering with real-time insights to help you detect, respond to, and prevent pollution— before it becomes a crisis. Why Choose Yeltech? Early pollution detection of hydrocarbons, organic compounds, and microbial contaminants to avert costly environmental

Discover our New MARKAL® SECURITY CHECK Pinpoint

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As part of our ongoing commitment to quality control and industrial safety, we are proud to introduce our new MARKAL® SECURITY CHECK Pinpoint—a precision-engineered addition to our trusted SECURITY CHECK Paint Marker range! Developed to meet the evolving needs of professionals across railway, aerospace, electronics, and mechanical industries, SECURITY CHECK Pinpoint

Sogeclair Simulation Is Delighted to Invite You to the Middle East Rail Exhibition

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We love trains. You love trains. Sign up to our weekly newsletter to have all the latest global industry news calling at your inbox. You’ll also get our quarterly eMagazine: more trains, but with a shiny cover! Find out what industry suppliers are up to and read in-depth editorials. I agree

Kuzey İngiltere ulaşım yatırımında kayıp yaşıyor – thinktank

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Bir düşünce kuruluşu, hesaplamalarının İngiltere'nin kuzeyinin 2009-10 ile 2022-23 arasında Londra'dan 140 milyar pound daha az ulaşım projesi aldığını gösterdiğini ve bunun yedi Elizabeth Hattı inşa etmeye yeteceğini söylüyor. Hesaplamalar, Hazine'nin geçen hafta Londra dışındaki şehir bölgelerindeki toplu taşıma projeleri için önümüzdeki beş yıl içinde 15,6 milyar poundluk bütçe

LAX/Metro Transit Centre Station Officially Opens

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The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority has officially opened the LAX/Metro Transit Centre Station, providing a new rail and bus connection near Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Located at the intersection of Aviation Boulevard and 96th Street, the station is served by the Metro C and K lines, several municipal

Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer Service Faces Risk of Suspension

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Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer rail service, which connects Oklahoma City and Fort Worth, is facing potential suspension by 1 October 2025 unless the State of Texas allocates additional funding. Operated by Amtrak in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), the Heartland Flyer has served

Brightline and JetBlue Partner to Combine Air and Rail Travel in Florida

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JetBlue and Brightline have launched a new partnership designed to provide travellers with integrated air and rail travel in Florida. The agreement marks JetBlue’s first intermodal collaboration and enables passengers to book combined air-and-rail itineraries through the airline’s website. The partnership allows customers flying into or out of Florida to incorporate Brightline’s

Brightline and JetBlue Partner to Combine Air and Rail Travel in Florida

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JetBlue and Brightline have launched a new partnership designed to provide travellers with integrated air and rail travel in Florida. The agreement marks JetBlue’s first intermodal collaboration and enables passengers to book combined air-and-rail itineraries through the airline’s website. The partnership allows customers flying into or out of Florida to incorporate Brightline’s

Network Rail Announces Nine Day Line Closure Between Redhill and Tonbridge

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Network Rail has announced a nine-day closure of the line between Redhill and Tonbridge as work is carried out to strengthen the railway embankment near Edenbridge. During the closure, which will take place between Saturday 16 and Monday 25 August 2025, buses will replace trains along the route. Network Rail has successfully

FirstGroup yeni açık erişim teklifini duyurdu

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FirstGroup, Londra ile Hereford arasında tren işletmek için açık erişim lisansı başvurusunda bulundu. First, Londra'dan Stirling ve Carmarthen'a yeni hizmetler için açık erişim lisanslarına zaten sahip, ancak geçen Temmuz seçimlerinden bu yana yapılan daha yeni başvurular, First'ten gelenler de dahil olmak üzere, hala beklemede. Kaynak

UK: Passengers Invited to Trial GPS-Based Train Ticketing

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From today (6 June), rail passengers in Yorkshire and the East Midlands are being invited to register for a digital ticketing trial designed to make train travel more straightforward. The initiative is part of the government’s wider efforts to reform the rail system and increase public transport use. An EMR Class 170

India: Alstom’s Metro Trains and Signalling Commence Service in Indore

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Revenue service for the Indore Metro has officially begun, following the inauguration of the Super Priority Corridor on 31 May by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The new metro service operates using Alstom’s Movia metro trains and its advanced Communications Based Train Control (CBTC) signalling technology. In Indore, Alstom’s advanced metro train and

Siemens Mobility Completes Automation Upgrade for Dutch Rail Freight

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Siemens Mobility has finalised the automation of the Kijfhoek freight rail yard in the Netherlands under a contract with infrastructure manager ProRail B.V. The upgraded facility, located near Rotterdam, is now operating at full capacity using an automated yard management system designed to improve operational efficiency and freight handling. Siemens Mobility delivers

Siemens Mobility Completes Automation Upgrade for Dutch Rail Freight

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Siemens Mobility has finalised the automation of the Kijfhoek freight rail yard in the Netherlands under a contract with infrastructure manager ProRail B.V. The upgraded facility, located near Rotterdam, is now operating at full capacity using an automated yard management system designed to improve operational efficiency and freight handling. Siemens Mobility delivers

Siemens Mobility Completes Automation Upgrade for Dutch Rail Freight

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Siemens Mobility has finalised the automation of the Kijfhoek freight rail yard in the Netherlands under a contract with infrastructure manager ProRail B.V. The upgraded facility, located near Rotterdam, is now operating at full capacity using an automated yard management system designed to improve operational efficiency and freight handling. Siemens Mobility delivers

Siemens Mobility Completes Automation Upgrade for Dutch Rail Freight

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Siemens Mobility has finalised the automation of the Kijfhoek freight rail yard in the Netherlands under a contract with infrastructure manager ProRail B.V. The upgraded facility, located near Rotterdam, is now operating at full capacity using an automated yard management system designed to improve operational efficiency and freight handling. Siemens Mobility delivers

UK: Alstom to Service and Upgrade Class 222 Trains for Lumo

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Alstom has signed a 50 million GBP contract to refurbish and maintain five Class 222 trains that will operate under FirstGroup’s Lumo brand. The agreement, made in collaboration with FirstGroup and rolling stock owner Eversholt Rail, will support the introduction of new open-access passenger services between Stirling and London. The contract

Evaluating Talent Acquisition Technology: Key Considerations for Executives

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Modern technology goes hand in hand with talent acquisition. Today’s technology can be used to parse resumes, vet applicants, and ensure unbiased hiring. It speeds up hiring processes so your team can return to full efficiency quickly. But which talent acquisition technology is right for your company? You must consider various

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