Amtrak: An Improved Booking Experience on the Move
Amtrak passengers are benefiting from an improved booking experience as a result of significant improvements in the company mobile app.
CAF Wins LeadMind Solution Contract in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia: CAF has signed a contract with SAR to supply its digital train platform LeadMind for all 6 trains on the Riyadh-Qurayyat line.
Entire DB Cargo Fleet to Go Digital by 2020
DB Cargo says its entire fleet of 68,000 freight cars will be digital by 2020. The freight cars will be equipped with GPS and sensors.
DB to Analyse Passenger Behaviour Using Big Data
Deutsche Bahn is investing in Swiss start-up Teralytics, which analyses passenger behaviour using big data gathered from mobile phones.
HS2 to Trial Augmented Reality Training
HS2 will trial augmented reality training for its staff for Old Oak Common, which will serve both HS2 and the Elizabeth Line once built.
New Infrared Technology to Reduce Dwell Times in Sydney
Downer installs Dwell Track system at Wynyard Station in Sydney to optimise passenger flow and safety on platforms.
Alstom Training at Ajman University a Success
Following a MoU Alstom and Ajman University (UAE) signed in February, Alstom has trained 15 students and is now offering apprenticeships.
UK: Cutting-Edge Experimental Rail Facility Gets Funding
The UK government has agreed to contribute 11 million GBP in funding towards the new Institute for High Speed Rail and System Integration.