Infrastructure Categories
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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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CSX Solicits Bids for 6 Segments of its Lines in the United States and Canada
CSX Corporation Ltd is soliciting bids from contractors for the operation of six new rail segments in New York, Kentucky, North Carolina, We…
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Open Competition to Develop Design Guidelines for Rail Baltica Announced
RB RAIL AS has announced an open competition to develop the design guidelines for the Rail Baltica Global Project.The competition is co-fina…
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INTERVIEW: Iain Peacock on TransPennine Express’s Sustainable Development Plan
Sustainability is one of the main focus points of news stories in the rail industry around the world. Railway-News speaks to Iain Peacock, t…
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Saudi Arabia: Alstom Testing Performance for Riyadh Metro Project
Alstom is currently completing initial dynamic tests on its contribution to the Riyadh Metro Project in Saudi Arabia. The company is providi…
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Canadian National to Invest $340 Million in its Operations Across British Columbia in 2018
Canadian National (CN) has announced plans to invest approximately $340 million in its infrastructure across British Columbia. The plans are…
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Products and Services for More Safety, Reliability and Availability of Your Railway Tracks from Thermit Welding (GB) Ltd
Thermit Welding (GB) Ltd, part of the Goldschmidt Thermit Group, offers a wide range of new and innovative solutions to provide significant …
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What’s in Store at RAIL LIVE 2018
RAIL LIVE 2018 will once again take place at the Quinton Rail Technology Centre, Long Marston, near Stratford-upon-Avon, on Wednesday/Thursd…
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Polarteknik Oy Completes Acquisition of PneumaXpert
On 1st June 2018, Polarteknik Oy completed the acquisition of PneumaXpert. Through integration, Polarteknik with PneumaXpert will together b…
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Discuss the future of Traffic Management Systems and the implications of their use for all types of rail
With Traffic Management Systems (TMS) being used in both underground and mainline railway, now is the time for the industry to understand ho…
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New & Improved Plenum Rated LMR-LLPX Cables
Times Microwave Systems's improved LMR-LLPX series of plenum cables, which have a red fluoropolymer jacket, replaced the LMR-LLPL series.
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Moving to the Next Level: Siemens Help MECX to Maximise Growth
By having a singular focus on helping to construct and maintain the physical and naturally built environments that combine to make up the tr…
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Railway Industry Association: The government must keep an open mind about rail electrification
In this article Darren Caplan, Chief Executive Officer of the Railway Industry Association, explains why his organisation is campaigning to …
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Railway Association of Canada Requests Federal and Provincial Support for Short Lines
The Railway Association of Canada has expressed its disappointment neither federal nor provincial governments provide support for short-line…
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Australian Government Announces $7.9 Billion for Rail in 2018-19 Budget
The government of Australia announced $7.9 billion for rail in the 2018-19 federal budget handed down by Treasurer Scott Morrison on 8th of …
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Rail Industry Association Responds to Jo Johnson's Appearance at House of Commons Inquiry
The Rail Industry Association in the UK has issued responses to Jo Johnson MP's statements to Transport Select Committee Inquiry on funding …
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Union Pacific: $2.1 million Investment in Montana
Union Pacific, one of the largest railroad companies in the United States, has announced $2.1 million of investment to improve its lines in …
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Last Call for Infrarail as Leaders Prepare to Address Industry
With less than a week to go until the official opening of Infrarail 2018, organisers Mack Brooks Exhibitions have confirmed the full program…
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Rail Baltica: Atkins Wins Contract for 2018 Infrastructure Management Study
Atkins has signed a contract with RB Rail Baltica AS for the completion of an Infrastructural Management Study on the Rail Baltica Global Pr…
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The Long Road to Light Rail in Auckland
Auckland light rail system: Government of New Zealand announces $4 billion funding after years of debate.
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Missouri's Transportation Infrastructure Receives $25 million Boost from Union Pacific
Missouri’s transportation infrastructure will receive a $25 million boost from Union Pacific Railroad in 2018. The company’s planned private…
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Amtrak Outlines Summer Infrastructure Renewal Work
Amtrak will continue its Infrastructure Renewal program at New York Penn Station during Summer 2018 by performing critical reconstruction of…
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USDOT Announces $22.5m Grant for San Rafael Commuter Rail Extension
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced the award of a $22.5 million grant to the Son…
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Thales Secures Computer-Based Interlocking Systems Contract in Montreal
The Société de transport de Montréal (STM) has recently awarded Thales a contract to provide new computer-based interlocking systems across …
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Union Pacific to Invest $26.5m in its Arizona Rail Infrastructure
Arizona rail infrastructure will receive a $26.5 million boost from Union Pacific Railroad in 2018. The company’s planned private investment…
