Latest Infrastructure News
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Network Rail Begins Trials of Helicopter-Based Camera System
Network Rail has begun trials for a helicopter-based camera system aimed at spotting potential track issues before they occur.
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Bakerloo Line and DLR Extensions Included in London Growth Plan
London’s leaders have launched a Growth Plan aimed at supercharging the capital’s productivity and enhancing transport infrastructure.
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Sydney Metro's Southwest Conversion Delayed to 2026
Sydney Metro has provided an update on the conversion of its Southwest railway line, announcing a delay into 2026.
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VIA Rail Launches Canadian RFQ for Dorval Hub Project
VIA Rail Canada has officially launched a Request for Qualification to source a co-development partner for its upcoming Dorval hub project.
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UK: Work Begins on New Railway Station in Okehampton
Initial work has begun to build Okehampton Interchange, a second railway station in Okehampton, Devon.
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Chile: Valparaíso Rail Network to Double in Size
The suburban railway network in the Valparaíso region of Chile is set to expand with the extension of the Valparaíso – Limache train line.
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AECOM Appointed for East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit Project
AECOM has been selected as the lead designer for the final design phase of LA's East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit Project.
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Work Underway on Melbourne Airport Rail Project
The first stage of the Melbourne Airport Rail project is set to commence, bringing major changes to the rail network around Sunshine Station…
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Hitachi Rail to Upgrade Paris Metro Line 12 with Digital Signalling
Hitachi Rail has secured a contract to implement its CBTC digital signalling technology on Paris Metro Line 12.
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UK: Siemens Mobility Installs Solar Project at Goole Rail Village
Siemens Mobility has installed 1,700 solar panels across its Goole Rail Village in East Yorkshire to reduce carbon emissions.
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Hitachi Rail and EASIER to Deliver Ticket Solution for Metro in West Africa
Hitachi Rail and EASIER have been selected to deliver a new ticketing solution for the first metro line in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.
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Metrolink Track Replacement Works Underway in Manchester City Centre
Work to replace tram tracks in Manchester city centre is set to begin as part of the ongoing Metrolink improvements programme.
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UK: Contactless Ticketing to Undergo Trials in North & Midlands
The Government has begun the procurement process for suppliers to oversee the operation of technology for a new contactless ticketing system…
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UK: New Footbridge Installed at Darlington Station
A new, 50-tonne pedestrian footbridge has been installed at Darlington station in County Durham.
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California High-Speed Rail Seeks Public Input on Renewable Energy Infrastructure
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has commenced the public scoping process to develop renewable energy infrastructure for the network…
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Canada to Develop High-Speed Rail in Toronto-Quebec City Corridor
The Canadian government has confirmed plans to develop a high-speed rail network connecting major cities in the Toronto-Quebec City corridor…
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UK: Network Rail Completes Refurbishment Project on Awe Viaduct
Network Rail has completed a 3.5 million GBP refurbishment project on Awe viaduct, a rail bridge situated near Taynuilt, Scotland.
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Amtrak Releases Map Displaying Major Infrastructure Projects
Amtrak has published a map displaying many of its major infrastructure investments contributing to a 'New Era of Rail' in the US.
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Support Revealed for West Yorkshire Mass Transit Tram Network
Thousands of residents across West Yorkshire have expressed support for the proposed Mass Transit network for the region.
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Amtrak Partners with Private Sector on Major Rail Infrastructure Investments
Amtrak is collaborating with private sector partners on plans to invest in large-scale infrastructure projects across the United States.
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Rail Baltica Announces New Radio Communications Infrastructure
RB Rail AS has submitted a new funding application for the design and development of new railway radio communication infrastructure.
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Test Train Completes Journey through Auckland’s City Rail Link Tunnels
A KiwiRail test train has travelled the full length of the City Rail Link (CRL) tunnels for the first time in Auckland, New Zealand.
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US: New Line Proposed Between Ronkonkoma Station and ISP
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a $150 million investment for the connection of the LIRR's Ronkonkoma Station to MacArthur Airport.
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UK: AtkinsRèalis to Lead Design Integration for TRU Stretch
AtkinsRèalis has been chosen by Network Rail to lead the design integration for a key section of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU).