Hitachi Rail announced today that it is to become the first transportation company in the world to include NVIDIA’s latest and most powerful platform – NVIDIA IGX Thor – in its AI-led digital asset management platform, HMAX. The new IGX Thor platform will provide up to 8x higher AI compute and 2x better connectivity for Hitachi Rail’s HMAX products. The […]
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Eurostar announces new double-decker sustainable trains
Eurostar has announced a landmark €2 billion investment in up to 50 new double-decker trains built by Alstom Group – the first ever to operate through the Channel Tunnel and on the UK network. Eurostar has confirmed an order for 30 trains, with an option for a further 20, marking a significant step in Eurostar’s […]
Ireland’s first train installed with ETCS signalling by Alstom
Alstom has successfully completed the installation and assessment body certification of the European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 1 on the Head of Series (HoS) for the IÉ 22000 Class, marking a significant milestone in Ireland’s rail modernisation. The train – 22001 – has received Assessment Body (AsBo), Notified Body (NoBo) and Designated Body (DeBo) […]
Ireland’s first train installed with ETCS signalling by Alstom
Alstom has successfully completed the installation and assessment body certification of the European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 1 on the Head of Series (HoS) for the IÉ 22000 Class, marking a significant milestone in Ireland’s rail modernisation. The train – 22001 – has received Assessment Body (AsBo), Notified Body (NoBo) and Designated Body (DeBo) […]
The Intermodal Gateway of the Future: Hitachi Rail’s digital solution boosts rail freight in Germany
As part of a joint venture, Hitachi Rail has brought a new digital solution, ‘InGa-Z’, to market, which can transform efficiency at intermodal freight terminals. Protostellar GmbH, is the joint venture driving this solution and consists of Hitachi Rail, MT Logistics GmbH, DB Cargo AG, and with financial support from the Federal Ministry for Transport […]
Amey kicks off USA expansion with new Metropolitan Transportation Authority contract
Amey has secured its first contract in the US market with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to deliver an Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Implementation System for the Long Island Rail Road. The $2.8m (£2m) contract with the MTA will see Amey provide a range of asset management services for the Long Island Rail Road, which […]
Voestalpine Railway Systems acquires Hird Rail Services
Voestalpine Railway Systems, part of leading steel and technology group Voestalpine and global leader in railway infrastructure solutions, has acquired 100% of the shares in Hird Rail Services Limited, based in Doncaster, UK. This acquisition strengthens Voestalpine Railway Systems strategic position in the UK market, particularly in the field of insulated joints, where Hird Rail […]
Government agrees landmark plans for direct trains to Germany
Millions of passengers could benefit from quicker and more convenient travel across Europe as the UK and Germany establish a joint taskforce to explore a new direct rail link between the two countries. The landmark partnership, agreed as part of a new Bilateral Treaty to be signed by the Prime Minister and Chancellor Merz on […]
Arriva signs €300 million contract for Czechia’s next-generation electric trains
Arriva Group has today signed a contract with Škoda for €300 million to supply new electric trains in Czech Republic, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to operating modern, sustainable and comfortable passenger transport across Europe. Under the agreement, Škoda will supply 22 modern electric trains capable of reaching speeds of up to 200km/h, helping Arriva deliver […]