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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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France: SNCF Réseau Contracts ETF to Renovate Tracks
SNCF Réseau has awarded a contract to ETF, a VINCI Construction subsidiary, to carry out track renovation works on France's rail network.
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Arup Wins Design Contract for New York Penn Station Expansion
Amtrak has contracted Arup to produce the preliminary designs for the upcoming expansion of New York Penn Station.
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UAE: Etihad Rail Announces Stage Two Advancements and Contract with CAF
The Chairman of Etihad Rail recently reviewed construction progress on Stage Two of the UAE national rail network.
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US: Amtrak Launches First Procurement Phase for B&P Tunnel Replacement Programme
Amtrak has launched the procurement phase for the first of three major construction contracts for the B&P Tunnel Replacement Programme.
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Denmark: Atkins Chosen as Lead Consultant for Vestfyn Line
Atkins Denmark has been appointed lead consultant for the Vestfyn Line, a new high-speed railway on the island of Funen.
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See CCS' Ground-Breaking Products at Rail Live 2022
A range of Complete Composite Systems' innovative composite and engineered plastic products will be showcased at the Rail Live 2022.
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HS2 Obtains Planning Permission for Birmingham Viaducts
Birmingham City Council has granted planning permission to HS2 Ltd to construct two viaducts in Birmingham.
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A Lookahead to Rail Live 2022
An interview with Martin Gleadow, Solution Architect of 3Squared, on his thoughts about the upcoming Rail Live 2022 event.
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Adif Announces Plan to Sustainably Transform Railway Stations
Adif President María Domínguez discusses the infrastructure manager’s commitment to remodel its railway stations at Global Mobility Call.
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California High-Speed Rail Authority Releases Final Environmental Studies of San Francisco-San Jose Section
California High-Speed Rail Authority shares final environmental impact report for the San Francisco-San Jose section of its project.
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HS2 Begins Building First of Five ‘Green Tunnels’
HS2 has begun construction of the first of five ‘green tunnels’ that have been designed to blend into the landscape.
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ÖBB Celebrates First Breakthrough in Semmering Base Tunnel
ÖBB has achieved its first breakthrough in boring the Semmering Base Tunnel, connecting Göstritz and Fröschnitzgraben in Austria.
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Doncaster’s Bid to Become the New Home of the Great British Railways
Earlier this month, a Mayoral Breakfast was held to promote Doncaster's bid to become the new home of Great British Railways HQ.
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Emeg® Group Welcomes Paul Cussen as Project Director
Emeg® Group welcomes Paul Cussen as Project Director, responsible for leading the team at the Beckton DLR depot in East London.
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AI and LiDAR Sensors Leveraged to Develop Future HS2 Stations
HS2 has announced that OpenSpace Group Ltd is using artificial intelligence (AI) and LiDAR sensors to develop future train stations.
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A Conversation with Railway Depot Specialist Emeg Group
We caught up with Emeg Group President Carl Backhouse to hear about some of the company’s past successes and exciting, upcoming projects.
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Rail Baltica Launches Electrification Procurement
RB Rail AS has announced a public procurement for the electrification systems for the Rail Baltica high-speed railway line.
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Paris Métro Line 12 Extended to Aubervilliers
Line 12 on the Paris Métro has been extended and two new stations have been built to connect Aubervilliers with the centre of Paris.
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HS2: Construction Begins on UK’s Longest Railway Bridge
Construction of the Colne Valley Viaduct has now started, overseen by HS2’s main works contractor Align JV.
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The Railway-News Magazine Issue 2 2022 Is Here!
Read our second eMagazine of 2022, with contributions from big names such as British Steel, Cummins, Nokia, Cisco and more!
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Consortium Finalises Contract to Build Egypt’s High-Speed Rail System
Siemens Mobility-led consortium signs contract to design, install and commission a 1,800 kilometre high-speed rail network in Egypt.
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Over 1 Million Journeys Made During the Elizabeth Line's First Week
More than one million passengers have used London's new Elizabeth line during its first week of operation.
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Emeg® Group's Highlights from Middle East Rail 2022
Emeg Group, Gold Sponsors at Middle East Rail this year, took the opportunity to demonstrate some of their rail depot safety equipment.
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London's Elizabeth Line Officially Opens
The Elizabeth line has officially opened to the public, increasing central London’s rail capacity by 10 percent.