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New jobs and skills for over 250 Londoners thanks to Network Rail

Over 250 jobseekers in the capital have gained new jobs or skills as part of the Thameslink Programme, a multi-billion pound railway upgrade which includes Network Rail’s rebuilding of London Bridge station.   The number includes 91 jobseekers from the …

Passengers advised to plan their travel as Birmingham gears up for Christmas crowds

With Birmingham’s famous Christmas market starting today (17 November) and the number of visitors to the city set to increase over the festive season, Network Rail is urging passengers to plan their journeys and allow more time to catch their …

Rhatische Bahn organizes a sit-down dinner for travel trade in Mumbai

Leading travel trade agents from Mumbai gathered at the Magazine Street Kitchen to an event hosted by Rhaetian Railways. It was a close-knit dinner, which was attended by thirty-five travel trade partners, including the Consul General of Switzerland, Mr. Martin …

Railway upgrade plan proposed for line between Exeter and Newton Abbot

Following a series of detailed investigations and technical studies, Network Rail will present proposed upgrades to the railway line between Exeter and Newton Abbot to the public on Thursday (17 November), in an effort to ensure long-term protection for the …

Footbridge added to Cornton closure plans

Network Rail will include designs for a ramped footbridge within its proposal to close Cornton level crossing when it submits a planning application to Stirling Council next month.The amendment to the design follows input from local residents and elected representatives. …

  • Roof above canary wharf crossrail station completes

    Published on : Friday, June 20, 2014

    The final aluminium piece was placed on the Foster + Partners designed roof, marking the structural completion of the project which began in May 2009.The roof will sit above a new roof garden and Canary Wharf Group’s four storey, 115,000 …

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  • New metro system opened at Salvador

    Published on : Tuesday, June 17, 2014

    Brazil’s president, Dilma Rouseff, had visited the country’s Bahia state to officially open the Salvador’s new metro system.   Operator Companhia de Concessões Rodoviárias (CCR) is running a limited service on the first 7-kilometre section of the network during the …

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  • Kiwi Rail – Media Statement – Incident at Raurimu

    Published on : Tuesday, June 17, 2014

    A collision occurred between a north bound freight train and a digger between Raurimu and National Park at the southern end of the Raurimu Spiral at 9.20 this morning. The driver of the digger has been injured and taken to …

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  • Union Pacific Railroad Earns ‘Club Elite’ Recognition from Hyundai GLOVIS

    Published on : Monday, June 16, 2014

    Union Pacific Railroad was recognized as a top service provider by Hyundai GLOVIS, a logistics supplier for Hyundai Motor America and Kia Motors America. The company’s “Club Elite” award recognizes continuous excellence and dedication to providing superior transportation service for …

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  • Kiwi Rail – Aratere has departed Singapore

    Published on : Monday, June 16, 2014

    The Interislander ferry Aratere left Singapore overnight and is now en route for New Zealand.   The Aratere will sail to Wellington, via Gladstone, Australia, where she will stop to refuel. Her likely arrival date will be weather dependent. Kiwirail …

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  • Kiwi Rail – Aratere has departed Singapore

    Published on : Monday, June 16, 2014

    The Interislander ferry Aratere left Singapore overnight and is now en route for New Zealand. The Aratere will sail to Wellington, via Gladstone, Australia, where she will stop to refuel.   Her likely arrival date will be weather dependent.   …

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  • MTA Metro-North Railroad Marks 100 Days of Progress

    Published on : Friday, June 13, 2014

    MTA Metro-North Railroad today issued its 100-Day Report on the Action Plan established by President Joseph J. Giulietti, which focused the railroad’s efforts on improving safety, restoring reliability and improving communications.       Of 32 initiatives established in the …

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  • Mitsubishi Heavy Industries joins Siemens in evaluating a potential proposal for Alstom

    Published on : Thursday, June 12, 2014

    Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) and Siemens AG today announced that they have joined forces in evaluating a potential proposal for certain assets of the French multinational conglomerate, Alstom in order to strengthen the future position of Alstom, MHI and Siemens. …

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  • Etihad Rail awarded prestigious ISO 9001:2008 certification

    Published on : Tuesday, June 10, 2014

    Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE’s national railway network, has been certified as ISO 9001:2008 compliant in the field of quality management by Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing, inspection and certification, and the United Kingdom …

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  • Explore New Amtrak Timetable To Plan Next Train Adventure

    Published on : Tuesday, June 10, 2014

    Explore the new summer/fall Amtrak System Timetable to plan a train adventure and take advantage of special deals to save on summer travel. The new timetable is now available and effective with departures starting June 9. One highlight is that …

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