University Technology Park will be first stop for Coventry Very Light Rail

Coventry University’s Technology Centre will be the first stop on a pioneering new tram network set to be built in the city. Coventry City Council has approved a new demonstrator line for its Coventry Very Light Rail (CVLR) network, designed to showcase the huge benefits of the technology. The initial 800 metre section will run […]

Avanti West Coast introduces pioneering initiative for employees to submit ideas

Avanti West Coast has introduced a pioneering initiative that utilises technology to capture and develop employee ideas – marking a first for the rail industry. Titled ‘Ignite a Change’ the program provides employees with an innovative technology platform to submit suggestions to improve the business and customer experience. Working with Sideways 6, an idea management […]

Inspiring technology and innovation

Innovation is one of the driving forces behind a safer, smarter, and more efficient railway, and this year’s Innovation & Technology Team or Person Award shone a spotlight on those who continually push the industry forward. The award celebrates the individuals and teams whose technological breakthroughs have delivered meaningful improvements across the network. Whether in […]

UK-engineered transformers driving offshore energy innovation

UK transformer designer and manufacturer Electro-Wind Limited is proudly showcasing one of its latest projects, in collaboration with a leading UK system integrator and automation solution provider. These custom-designed transformers will be seamlessly integrated into advanced power cabins and form part of a large system supporting offshore renewable operations. These large-scale transformers serve as critical […]

Royal recognition for University of Southampton rail research

Engineers at the University of Southampton are leading the way in ensuring the UK’s railways are future proofed and resilient to climate change – using science to reach the most economical and effective solutions. Their work has saved billions of pounds of public money and improved the resilience of the ageing rail network. The University’s […]

DB ESG opens a Rail Technology Hub to drive technological advancements in UK rail

DB ESG is proud to announce it has opened a new facility, the Rail Technology Hub, which is a facility dedicated to rail engineering excellence. Located in close proximity to DB ESG’s existing offices on the rtc Business Park in Derby, the Rail Technology Hub marks a significant investment by DB ESG. This large-scale facility […]

5G, Digital Twin and AI: Inside one of Europe’s most innovative intermodal terminals

The East-West Gate (EWG) intermodal terminal’s fully integrated digital ecosystem is redefining safety, transparency, and efficiency in logistics. From OCR gates and artificial intelligence to…