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Published on 09:17 GMTSource: RAIL - Pending
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Published on 12:41 GMT
A visit to the Very Light Rail National Innovation Centre in the West Midlands
We were recently invited by BCIMO to the Very Light Rail National Innovation Centre in Dudley, West Midlands, to see a couple of the projects that are taking place there. The Very Light Rail National Innovation Centre isn’t normally open to the public, so …
Source: RailAdvent - Pending -
Published on 11:12 GMT
Two share £220m Scottish rail repairs and minor works deal
Aaron Morby 4 hours ago Network Rail has handed out a pair of key framework deals worth a combined £220m to cover reactive and minor works across Scotland’s rail network. AmcoGiffen has taken the lead on the Civils Reactive and Minor Works Framework, …
Source: Construction Enquirer - Pending -
Published on 06:24 GMT
Rail contractor told to rethink working methods after near-miss
The moment a track worker was nearly hit by a speeding train was captured on the CCTV of another passign trainRail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has advised Keltbray Infrastructure Services (Aureos) to change how it plans its work by railway lines. …
Source: Construction Index - Pending -
Published on 09:17 GMT
Cemex: aggregates firm outlines plan to increase rail freight use by 50%
Cemex is looking to increase its use of rail freight by 50% over the next five years. The aggregates company currently moves around 20% of its materials in the UK by rail, while 55% of all the traffic coming out of its Dove Holes Quarry in the Peak …
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Published on 12:00 GMT
India halts cross-border rail projects amid Bangladesh political unrest: Report
Citing political unrest in Bangladesh and safety concerns for workers, India has halted a series of cross-border railway projects aimed at linking the seven northeastern states with the mainland via the neighbouring nation, a media report said. Nearly ₹5, …
Source: Mint - Neutral -
Published on 13:46 GMT
Muscat Metro, cross-border rail projects key to Oman's long-term mobility goals
MUSCAT: Oman’s ambitious drive to overhaul its transport sector is gaining pace, with work progressing on two landmark projects—the Muscat Metro network and the Hafeet Rail link connecting Oman and the UAE. These initiatives, central to the Sultanate’s …
Source: Times of Oman - Pro-Government -
Published on 09:56 GMT
How Californias high-speed rail is already helping the planet
For supporters of rail travel, which offers more environmental benefits than autos or planes, Earth Day 2025 is the best of times and the worst of times. Best of times: Privately-funded Brightline is in pre-construction for a project connecting Las Vegas …
Source: Mashable - Neutral -
Published on 08:32 GMT
Transport minister: Asean rail link vital to weather global supply shocks
PUTRAJAYA, April 22 — The Malaysia-Thailand rail connectivity to the Asian continent, including China, is important in terms of supply chain security and safety, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook. He said the development of rail infrastructure …
Source: Malay Mail - Neutral -
Published on 12:30 GMT
Cork light rail route revealed
The 18km line is proposed to connect key destinations across the Irish city. TRANSPORT Infrastructure Ireland has published the emerging preferred route for a proposed 18km light rail line in Cork. Luas Cork will have up to 25 stops and run from …
Source: International Railway Journal - Neutral