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Alstom delivers first Australind train into passenger service in western Australia
7+ hour, 44+ min ago (442+ words) Author: Rail Technology Magazine The new train, named Marley, completed its inaugural passenger journey on 29th June, travelling from Perth to Bunbury in approximately two and a half hours. The launch concluded with a large-scale community event in Bunbury, underscoring the…...
Rail Talent 2030: Building the Workforce of the Future
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (1107+ words) Author: Rail Technology Magazine In order to ensure that transformation can be delivered, the next generation of the rail workforce needs to be agile, diverse, digitally skilled, and connected to the communities that are being served by the network. This…...
NAO warns Df T and HS2 Ltd to cement stability as costs rise and timelines slip
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (753+ words) Author: Rail Technology Magazine The warning comes at a critical moment for the UK's flagship high-speed rail project, which has been beset by escalating costs, delayed timelines, and major scope changes over recent years. Rising Costs and Ongoing Reset Efforts…...
SYSTRA Ardanuy secures key contracts on Spanish tramway scheme
3+ day, 7+ hour ago (525+ words) Author: Rail Technology Magazine The scheme marks a significant step forward in sustainable transport for southern Catalonia, targeting improved connectivity across one of the region's busiest urban and tourist corridors. The Camp de Tarragona tramway is designed to transform local…...
Cambridge South station opens, transforming connectivity across the region
3+ day, 7+ hour ago (584+ words) Author: Rail Technology Magazine The station opened its doors yesterday and is expected to serve around 1. 8 million passengers annually, positioning itself as a vital gateway for commuters, businesses and visitors travelling across the UK rail network. A Major Boost to…...
HS2 M42 "Twin Box" Structure Enters Critical Roof Installation Phase in Solihull
1+ week, 6+ day ago (803+ words) Author: Rail Technology Magazine HS2 engineers are preparing to install the roof structure of a major "twin box" crossing over the M42 near Solihull, marking a significant milestone in the delivery of the high-speed railway across the Midlands motorway network. The 300-metre-long…...
BVLOS Drone Trials to Tackle Rail Crime and Disruption Across Anglia
2+ week, 1+ day ago (499+ words) Author: Rail Technology Magazine In response, GBR Anglia is set to trial beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone technology from late summer 2026, beginning in Romford. The initiative is designed to strengthen incident response, improve infrastructure monitoring and ultimately enhance…...
Major Four-Week Closure Planned for North Wales Coast Line as Network Rail Unveils Upgrade Programme
2+ week, 1+ day ago (627+ words) Job Title: Group Content Manager The scheme, part of the broader Network North Wales investment initiative, is designed to enhance rail reliability, increase capacity and improve accessibility, while supporting rising demand for sustainable transport across the region. Continuous Closure to…...
Major Midland Main Line Engineering Work to Disrupt Bedford'London Travel Over Two Weekends
2+ week, 2+ day ago (448+ words) Job Title: Group Content Manager Network Rail has confirmed that engineering work will take place on 2021 June and 2728 June along the southern section of the Midland Main Line. The improvements, aimed at boosting reliability and resilience, will impact both East…...
GBR Anglia backs Better Transport Week with decade of investment and new Cambridge South milestone
2+ week, 2+ day ago (533+ words) Author: Rail Technology Magazine Running from Monday 15 June to Sunday 21 June, the campaign showcases how integrated transport systems connect people to work, education, healthcare, leisure and local services'an ambition closely aligned with the region's rail strategy. A decade of progress…...