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Rail industry experts provide their view on topics affecting the sector.
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All Aboard: The Future of Australia's Rail Network
From freight to High Speed Rail; Australia is investing in a range of projects to improve & increase rail activity across the country.
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HS2 Simplification Plans Raise Questions Over Speed Cuts
The rail industry reacts as HS2 plans to explore simplification measures, including potential speed reductions to cut costs and delays.
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What’s Next for the Office of Rail & Road?
The Office of Rail & Road is set to have its regulatory powers reduced as a result of the birth of Great British Railways.
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Key Technology Trends Transforming Rail Infrastructure in 2026
Technology trends continue to transform rail infrastructure, including digital signalling, predictive maintenance and connected systems.
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How Drones Are Transforming Railway Incident Response
Drones are becoming an important tool, helping railway engineers inspect infrastructure, respond to incidents and keep trains running safely…
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Austin Voted for 22 Miles of Light Rail — So Why Does the Project Span Only 9.8?
Austin’s light rail project includes just 9.8 of the 22 miles voted on, showing how major transit projects often require a phased approach.
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Evolving Infrastructure: Trends Defining the Next Era of Digital Transformation
Group Engineering Director at Telent Mick Mohan discusses the trends defining the impending era of digital transformation.
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Great British Railways: Reform at Last, or Uncertainty by Design?
Accountability and certainty remain contested in the Railways Bill's plan for reform and the creation of Great British Railways.
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ORR Expands on Future Responsibilities Alongside Introduction of GBR
The Office of Rail and Road has expanded on its role within the creation and officiating of GBR during a meeting at Parliament this morning.
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Building Resilience Means Strengthening the Old While Designing the New
John Fagan, Global Rail Leader at Arup discusses the need to ensure attention is given to the upkeep of the UK's vast and ageing networks.
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California High-Speed Rail's 2026 Plan to Outline Path to San Francisco and LA
California High-Speed Rail Authority CEO Ian Choudri has provided a project update during an interview on The Maddy Report.
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Can Permitting Reform Unlock US High-Speed Rail?
Could permitting reform, federal authority, and enforceable deadlines finally speed up progress on US high-speed rail?
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Eurostar's New Celestia Double Decker Trains – A Worthwhile Investment?
Following Eurostar's announcement, we spoke to Professor Aamer Mahmud about the impending introduction of double-decker trains in the UK.
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The Price of Chasing Perfection in Rail Operations
A look at how rail operators can balance safety, efficiency and performance by avoiding perfectionism and focusing on operational readiness.
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Securing Europe’s Digital Railways: Lessons from WDF 2025
At WDF 2025, industry leaders outlined how Europe’s railways must prioritise cybersecurity in the rollout of digital infrastructure.
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Brightline West and California High-Speed Rail: What Signalling Systems Will They Use?
WDF explored how Brightline West and California High-Speed Rail plan to adopt advanced signalling and train-control systems.
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Rail in Riyadh: Transforming a Car-Centric City
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is transforming its transport with a new Metro, high-speed, and regional rail services, reducing car reliance.
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North America Sees Gradual Shift in Rail Signalling
At WDF, Jonathan Hu and Richard Plokhaar from WSP, highlighted the diversity and complexity of signalling systems across North America.
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India's Digital Transformation Strategy for Rail Presented at WDF
At Wayside Digitalisation Forum (WDF), Dr Shobhan Chowdhury outlined India’s rapid push for digital transformation in its railway sector.
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Bridging the Yard-to-Mainline Gap
A strategic breakdown of the small operational frictions that cause big rail disruptions and how to smooth yard-to-mainline handoffs.
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Last Man Sitting – 200 Years of Passenger Rail Travel
Author Nige Tassell marked the 200th anniversary of passenger rail travel by traversing the UK along its rail network.
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A Snapshot of India’s High-Speed Rail Journey
While conventional rail in India is among the busiest in the world, its ambition to introduce high-speed rail marks a major undertaking.
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Staying Focused Under a Boiling Sun: The Hidden Cost of Heat in Rail Operations
Extreme heat is more than a comfort issue for railways. Smart scheduling, automation and monitoring can help keep operations on track.
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Once in a Lifetime: The Greatest Gathering
Alstom's Greatest Gathering provided the ultimate destination for rail enthusiasts looking to celebrate 200 years of the modern railway.