Latest Wales News
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Siemens to Provide Infrastructure for First Welsh Tram-Train Network
Siemens Mobility will design, build, integrate and commission two signalling systems for Wales' very-first tram-train network.
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MoU Aims to Deliver Improvements Across Welsh Rail Network Under GBR
The UK government has published an agreement with Welsh ministers that aims to set out new ways of working under Great British Railways.
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First Phase of Construction on Cardiff Crossrail Ready to Begin
Construction of a new tram-train route from Cardiff Central to Cardiff Bay via Callaghan Square is set to commence.
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Prime Minister Announces Long-Term Commitments for Welsh Rail
The Prime Minister has backed plans for the creation of seven new railway stations across Wales, amongst a slew of infrastructure upgrades.
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New Tram-Trains Enter Final Phase of Testing Before Welsh Operation
A fleet of 36 new Class 398 Tram-Trains are currently undergoing their final testing phase before entering passenger service in Wales.
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Cardiff Central Railway Station to Receive £140 Million Revamp
Cardiff Central railway station is set to undergo renovation as the Government has given the green light on a £140 million revamp project.
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Amey Awarded Position on Network Rail Wales and Western Ecology Framework
Amey has been awarded a position on the Network Rail Wales and Western Ecology Framework for a three-year period.
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TfW Announces £1 Rail Fare Promotion for PAYG Customers in South East Wales
Transport for Wales (TfW) has announced that customers will be able to travel through any of its 95 PAYG rail stations for £1 this summer.
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New High-Frequency Public Transport Network Unveiled for North Wales
Plans for a high-frequency public transport network across North Wales will see increases in both rail and bus services across the region.
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Direct Rail Services Commence between Cardiff and Edinburgh
CrossCountry has launched a direct rail connection between Cardiff and Edinburgh for the first time in nearly 40 years.
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UK's First Tri-Mode Trains Launch on South Wales Metro
Transport for Wales (TfW) has introduced the UK's first tri-mode electric trains on the South Wales Metro.
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Wales: New Railway Station Planned for Vale of Glamorgan
The UK government has announced its support for establishing a new railway station at St Athan in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales.
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Saving Time and Money With TECHNO-CRETE®
CCS's TECHNO-CRETE® was once again proven to be a more cost-effective solution than concrete post mix during a trackside project in Wales.
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Five New Railway Stations Planned for South East Wales
Transport for Wales (TfW) has launched a public consultation on its plans to construct five new railway stations in South East Wales.
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UK: Hitachi Rail to Conduct Testing at the Global Centre of Rail Excellence
Hitachi Rail will test the latest rail technologies, including battery systems and digital solutions at the Global Centre of Rail Excellence…
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Transport for Wales Launches Its First Hybrid Train on Borderlands Line
Transport for Wales (TfW) has introduced the nation's first battery-hybrid trains that will operate on the Borderlands Line.
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First South Wales Metro Tram-Train Arrives at Taff’s Well Depot
The first CITYLINK tram-train for the South Wales Metro project has been delivered to Transport for Wales’ (TfW) new depot in Taff’s Well.
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Governments Explore New Rail Links between England and Wales
The UK and Welsh governments are working on a 2.7m GBP study to explore options for new rail stations and services between England and Wales…
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Transport for Wales Officially Launches New Fleet
The first of Transport for Wales’ (TfW) new fleet of trains has been officially launched at a ceremony at Llandudno railway station.
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ORR Approves Operation of Grand Union Trains on Great Western Main Line
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has approved the introduction of Grand Union Trains between London, Cardiff and South West Wales from 2024…
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IN PICTURES: Stadler Presents New FLIRT Tri-Mode and CITYLINK Tram-Train for Wales
Stadler formally presented its FLIRT tri-mode and CITYLINK tram-train for Transport for Wales at InnoTrans today.
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UK: New Freight Route Opens Up in North Wales
The Llandudno Junction freight yard is back in use following renovation work and will now be used to transport Welsh slate aggregate.
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Transport for Wales Unveils New Trains Built by CAF
Transport for Wales (TfW) has unveiled a new fleet of trains that are set to improve rail transport in Wales.
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Scunthorpe Rail Supports Llangollen Heritage Railway Extension
One of North Wales’ premier tourist attractions, the Llangollen Heritage Railway, is about to get bigger thanks to Scunthorpe-made rail from…