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Civil Works · Bridges · Tunnels
Civil works, bridges and tunnels form the backbone of railway infrastructure across complex terrain. Suppliers in this category provide design, construction and maintenance services for structural elements such as bridges, tunnels, culverts and embankments. These works support track laying, drainage, access and long-term infrastructure stability.
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Noise Barriers
Noise barriers reduce sound pollution from passing trains, particularly in residential or urban areas. Suppliers in this category design and manufacture acoustic barrier systems that improve environmental compliance, reduce community disruption and support the acceptance of both passenger and freight rail operations.
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Platform Screen Doors
Platform screen doors are safety barriers installed at station platforms to separate passengers from the tracks until a train arrives. Suppliers in this category offer full-height or half-height systems that improve passenger safety, reduce track intrusion and enable climate control within underground and enclosed stations.
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Transport Modelling, Simulation & Planning
Transport modelling, simulation and planning tools help rail operators and infrastructure managers optimise their systems and services. These solutions include passenger flow analysis, timetable planning, capacity modelling, wheel-rail interaction simulation, energy consumption modelling and operational planning. They support decision-making for new infrastructure projects, upgrades and day-to-day operations, improving efficiency, safety and passenger experience.
Infrastructure News
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HS2 Launches First of Six TBMs to Tunnel Under London
HS2 has launched the first of six tunnel boring machines (TBMs) that will dig more than 26 miles of tunnels under London.
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High Court Judgement on Patent Infringement (Conclusion)
A statement from Gordon Donald, on the success of the Geofabrics Ltd versus Fiberweb Geosynthetics Ltd patent infingement case.
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Earthworks Monitoring System: Vibration, Noise, and Movement!
Yeltech's Earthworks Monitoring System combines intelligent inclination sensors with a central solar powered web-based platform.
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Zonegreen Points Bournemouth Depot to Safer Future
Rail safety specialist Zonegreen has undertaken a complete overhaul of its Points Converter system at Bournemouth depot.
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Flame Resistant Erosion Control & Slope Stabilisation Technology
Propex low carbon solutions have been protecting and stabilizing channels, slopes, levees, and stream banks for more than 20 years.
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LA Metro K Line to Open on 7 October
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro) has announced that the K Line will open on 7 October 2022.
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All-in-One Railway Resource: 3D GEOWEB® Geocells
Stabilize your toughest, chronic maintenance areas using the GEOWEB® 3D Soil Stabilization System with lower cost and higher performance.
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A Sneak Peek of InnoTrans 2022
InnoTrans 2022 is officially kicking off on 20 September. As is customary, the press gets a sneak peek the day before.
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Freight Transport by Rail Beats Climate Challenge
Peter Füglistaler, Director Swiss Federal Office of Transport, describes how digital transformation can help achieve sustainable targets.
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Dramatically Reduce Rail Noise Without Spoiling the View
Soundim manufactures award-winning low-height barriers that reduce railway noise without restricting passenger views.
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Keeping Everything On Track
Derby Rubber manufactures industry-leading ballast regulator rubber broom elements, as well as its flagship Ballastick® suite of products.
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Rail Baltica: Construction Begins on Latvia’s Longest Railway Overpass
Construction has begun on Latvia’s longest railway overpass, with the completion of the structure’s first piles.
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Polarteknik Receives EcoVadis Gold Rating for Sustainability
Polarteknik receives EcoVadis Gold rating for sustainability performance ranking in top 5% among over 90,000 rated companies globally.
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Masats Presents Two New Products at InnoTrans
Masats will be presenting two innovative new products for the rail sector at InnoTrans, Berlin – Stand 360, Hall 3.1.
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Join Sqills at InnoTrans 2022 in Berlin
Sqills, part of Siemens as of last year, is pleased to announce its presence at InnoTrans 2022 in Berlin, held from September 20th to 23rd.
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Latvia: Rail Baltica Tender for Construction of Mainline Enters Stage Two
Eiropas Dzelzceļa līnijas has launched the second stage of the tender for the construction of the Rail Baltica mainline in Latvia.
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InnoTrans Special: The Railway-News Magazine Issue 3 2022 Is Here!
After a long four-year wait, InnoTrans is finally taking place again in Berlin this month. Please enjoy our InnoTrans Special 2022.
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1.4 Billion in Funding to Improve US Rail Infrastructure and Safety
The US Department of Transportation has announced over $1.4 billion in consolidated rail infrastructure and safety improvement grant funding…
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Honolulu Rail System Commences Trial Runs
The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation has announced that trial testing for the Honolulu Rail System commenced on 29 August 2022.
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TfL Confirms Funding Agreement with UK Government
Transport for London (TfL) has reached a funding agreement with the UK government to support its transport network until March 2024.
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UK: More Elizabeth Line Services to Begin this November
Lines from Reading, Heathrow and Shenfield will connect with the central Elizabeth line section from November.
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HS2 Constructs First of Chiltern Tunnel Cross Passages
HS2 has commenced work on the thirty-eight cross passages that will link the northbound and southbound Chiltern tunnels.
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Over $230 Million Awarded to Modernise US Intercity Passenger Rail Services
The US Department of Transportation has awarded over 233m USD to projects that will improve and modernise intercity passenger rail services.
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California High-Speed Rail Board Approves Extension Design Contracts
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has approved design contracts for the line’s extension to Merced and Bakersfield.
