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Today at Railtex: Day 2 – 15 May 2019
Railtex Day 2: find out about all the events in the Seminar Theatre, the Knowledge Hub and the Future Focus Conference at a glance.
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Today at Railtex: Day 1 – 14 May 2019
Railtex Day 1 kicks off today with the opening ceremony at 10:30am, though doors open to the NEC, Birmingham at 10am. See 400+ exhibitors.
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Vivarail Announces Partnership with Hydrogen Fuel Cell Specialists Arcola Energy
Vivarail has announced a long-term partnership with Arcola Energy to develop a hydrogen train for the UK following the success of its D-Trai…
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Network Rail Awards Crossrail Station Contracts to Hochtief and Graham
Network Rail has awarded the final contracts for upgrades and construction works at Crossrail stations. The works should be complete by 2020…
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SIKA: 20+ Years of Experience in Sealing and Bonding Solutions for Rail Assembly Lines
Sika supplies rail assembly lines with sealing and bonding solutiosn for all aspects of the vehicle build. Interior and exterior application…
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CONNECTIONS: A Key Link in the Railway Transport Chain
The modular power connector (MPC) by Stäubli is an internationally sought-after product for railway applications.
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What does the CCC Net Zero Report Say about Transport?
The CCC has published its Net Zero report, outlining how the UK can help stop climate change by 2050. We look at the tranport aspect.
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Did you know… we’ve just published our Railtex Magazine
We have just published our Railtex magazine 2019. One of the biggest rail shows in the UK, Railtex will take place in Birmingham 14–16 May.
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NCHSR Proposes Name Change to Reflect Broader Remit
The National College for High Speed Rail (NCHSR) has proposed changing its name to reflect the wider remit of its training activities.
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Industry Insider Week 17 – 8 Must-Read Rail News Stories
The Railway-News Industry Insider week 17: a summary of the global rail news, including new rolling stock orders from Hungary and Canada.
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Crossrail Ltd: Our Plan to Get Back on Track
Following criticism because of lengthy delays, Crossrail Ltd has published its plans to get back on track with the Elizabeth line in London.
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Countdown to Return of Rail Industry’s Leading Showcase
Railtex 2019, the complete showcase of railway equipment, systems and services, is now less than one month away, and professionals from...
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Mechan Celebrates Half a Century
The Sheffield manufacturer handed over the proceeds of its fundraising to the city’s Children’s Hospital at a recent open day to mark its...
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Siemens Rail Manufacturing Facility Reaches Milestone
Plans for the Siemens rail manufacturing facility in Goole are progressing well with the outline planning application now submitted.
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Track Warning Systems – The perfect solution to increase safety on railway worksites
Zöllner Signal's automatic track warning system (ATWS) brings safety to railway worksites. In use across Europe, it is mobile and versatile.
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Siemens Service Centre Overhauls 100th Eurostar Bogie
The Siemens Bogie Service Centre in the UK has reached a milestone: it has overhauled its 100th Eurostar bogie within 4 months of opening.
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Rail Minister Andrew Jones MP Confirmed as Keynote Speaker for Railtex
The Rail Minister Andrew Jones MP has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for Railtex, the international exhibition of railway equipment...
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10 Must-Read Rail News Stories – Industry Insider Week 13
In the Industry Insider Week 13: Deutsche Bahn considers sale options for DB Arriva and Stadler wins its biggest vehicle order to date.
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Deutsche Bahn Looks at Options for DB Arriva Sale
Deutsche Bahn is looking at options for a DB Arriva sale. The UK-based passenger transport company was fully acquired by DB in 2010.
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10 Must-Read Rail News Stories – Industry Insider Week 12
The Industry Insider week 12 featuring all the must-read rail news stories from 18–22 March, including the Eurotunnel shuttle refurbishment.
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TfL Completes 'Sale and Leaseback' Deal for Elizabeth Line Trains
In order to release funds of up to 1 billion GBP, TfL has entered a deal with Rail Leasing to sell and lease back its Class 345 fleet.
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The CP6 Launch Event in Liverpool Proves a Big Success
The CP6 Launch Event to mark the start of Network Rail's 2019–2024 funding period, was held in Liverpool on 14 March and attended by 200+ in…
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Eurotunnel Gives Bombardier PAX Shuttle Refurbishment Contract
Eurotunnel has awarded Bombardier a contract to refurbish 9 of its PAX shuttles as part of its 2018–2026 mid-life refurbishment programme.
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Vivarail's Patented Fast Charge Battery System a Success
Vivarail has successfully demonstrated its fast charging system for its battery-powered D-train. This, with its battery bank, make it a vers…