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IN PICTURES: Amtrak Unveils Interiors for New Acela Trains
See pictures of the new Amtrak Acela interiors. The trains are being manufactured by Alstom in Hornell and Rochester, New York.
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Frauscher India Provides Insights into Its Production Site
Let’s take a closer look at the customer benefits, the future plans of the productions site at Frauscher India.
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New Grand Paris Express Milestone with Breakthrough of TBM Mireille
A key milestone in the Grand Paris Express project has been achieved with the first breakthrough of tunnel boring machine Mireille.
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Alstom Awarded Phase 5 London Victoria Re-Signalling Contract
Network Rail has awarded Alstom the contract to deliver Phase 5 of the London Victoria Re-signalling Programme.
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Adif and Adif AV Look to Consolidate Positions in the Telecommunications Market
Adif and Adif AV have begun a preliminary investigation into new ways to expand their telecommunications infrastructure and networks.
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UK: Light Rail Safety and Standards Board Supporting Improvements in Safety says ORR
The Office of Rail and Road believes the Light Rail Safety and Standards Board is supporting safety in the light rail and tram sector.
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Asia Pacific Rail Returns to Thailand in May 2022
Asia’s leading rail exhibition and conference, Asia Pacific Rail, returns as an in-person event in May 2022 in Thailand.
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CVS-280: DC/DC Low Battery Voltage Starter
Premium Power Supplies outlines the key features and railway applications of their new CVS-280 DC/DC low battery voltage starter.
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Pandrol Received World First CO2-Neutral Label for Under Sleeper Pad
Every kilometre of railway track installed with Pandrol’s Under Sleeper Pads, saves 3,000 tyres from landfill or burning.
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RIA: UK Government Needs to Do More to Accelerate Decarbonisation of Railways
Limited progress is being made regarding the UK Government's rail decarbonisation plans according to a Railway Industry Association report.
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Alstom Signs Contract for First Passenger Trains in Romania
Alstom has signed a contract with the Romanian Railway Reform Authority (ARF) to deliver 20 Coradia Stream electric inter-regional trains.
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7 Practical Torque Tool Tips for Better Accuracy
Totalkare has put together the most common torque tool tips to follow and mistakes to avoid – for the best possible accuracy.
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UK: Driver, Operator and TfL to be Prosecuted over Sandilands Tram Derailment
Following an investigation into the 2016 Sandilands tram derailment, the ORR has launched prosecutions for breaches of health and safety law…
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Govia Thameslink Railway Awarded National Rail Contract Following ERMA
GTR will continue to operate the Thameslink, Southern and Great Northern rail services, having been awarded a new contract by the DfT.
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VR Group Strengthens Position with Acquisition of Arriva Sverige
VR Group has announced its acquisition of Arriva Sverige – part of passenger transport company Arriva Group, which is owned by Deutsche Bahn…
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HS2: Chiltern Tunnel North Portal Designed to Cut Traffic Noise
HS2 has unveiled designs for Chiltern Tunnel’s north portal, which focus on cutting noise from trains as they enter and exit the tunnel.
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TECHNO-CRETE® Plays Pivotal Role on TFL Project
TECHNO-CRETE® has made a significant contribution to a low-carbon, sustainable energy project on the London Docklands Light Railway network.
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Some Places Crossrail Won’t Go
In this month's column, Jonn Elledge ponders the many places Crossrail could have gone, with decreasing plausibility.
