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Covestro and EconCore Join Forces in Composites Development
EconCore N.V. and Covestro are combining their technologies in order to produce strong and lightweight honeycomb panels with outstanding per…
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Alstom and Ajman University (UAE) Sign Memorandum of Understanding
Alstom and Ajman University in the United Arab Emirates have signed a MoU. In return for expertise, Alstom will have access to the local tal…
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CC Europe & BAPCO Conference Combine for Max Impact
On March 12, 2019, TCCA's Critical Communications Europe (CC Europe) opens its doors for two busy days of conference sessions and a packed e…
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China: CRRC Subsidiary Tests New Maglev Generation
CRRC Zhuzhou tested a new generation of maglev trains with an operating speed of 160km/h. The traction efficiency of this new model is 30% h…
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Deutsche Bahn to Hire 22,000 New Employees in 2019
In 2019 DB wants to hire 22000 employees, including train drivers, traffic controllers, maintenance workers and service personnel.
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Parramatta Light Rail Contract Goes to Transdev Consortium
A Transdev consortium has won the Parramatta Light Rail contract in Australia. The consortium will supply, operate and maintain the light ra…
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7 Must-Read Rail News Stories – Industry Insider for Week 4
All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider for 21–25 January 2019.
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Siemens-Alstom Merger Update Following Remedy Proposal to the European Commission
Alstom issues update about its merger with Siemens. The statement addresses the remedy proposal made to the European Commission on 12/12/201…
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New Algorithm Makes Trains Greener for Chinese New Year
Researchers at the university have created an algorithm to assist trains to run at optimal speeds, while also saving energy.
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ADLINK Unveils New Driver Machine Interface Touch Panel Computer for Train Control and Rail Signaling
ADLINK Technology, Inc., has today released its latest Driver Machine Interface touch panel computer for train control and signaling. Powere…
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United Wagon Company Delivers 60 Heavy Duty Flat Cars to TransContainer
Russian freight car manufacturer UWC has completed a contract for 60 heavy duty flat cars. TransContainer required these bogies to have an e…
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Positive News: US Freight Railroads Reach PTC Milestone
Positive news. The US Class 1 railroads have reached a PTC milestone. At the close of 2018 they had installed positive train control (PTC) o…
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European Commission Hosts First Transport Cybersecurity Conference
Cybersecurity is one of the main challenges for the transport sector. The European Commission has teamed up with ENISA, EASA, EMSA and the E…
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Deutsche Bahn Launches HOLOPLOT 'Laser Beam' Passenger Announcements
Deutsche Bahn and the Rhein-Main-Verkehrsbund (RMV) have teamed up with Berlin-based start-up HOLOPLOT. Their innovative audio solution is a…
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CRRC to Manufacture 22 Trains for Egypt
Chinese rolling stock manufacturer CRRC announced today that its subsidiary, CRRC Sifang, has won a contract to develop and manufacture 22 t…
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Allianz Pro Schiene Criticises German Government for Not Reflecting Carbon Cost in Transport Taxation
The CEO of Allianz pro Schiene, the German association for safe and environmentally friendly rail transport, has criticised the preferential…
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Together We Drive the Future of the Railway Industry
2019 has begun - and Frauscher is confident about the coming months. Once again this year, the company will present many exciting and future…
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Belarusian Railway Buys 10 Stadler Broad-Gauge FLIRT Trains
Belarusian Railway, which operates the entire rail network in Belarus, has signed a contract with Stadler for ten FLIRT trains. The trains i…
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9 Must-Read Rail News Stories – Industry Insider for Week 3
All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider for 14–18 January 2019. Find out …
