All Railway Gazette International articles in August 2023 – Page 2
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Rail Business UKUK railway news round-up
This week’s round-up of business news from the UK railway industry.
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Metro Report InternationalTransit-oriented development to support Malaysia – Singapore metro
MALAYSIA: Hong Kong’s MTR Corp has signed a memorandum of understanding to support the planning of transit-oriented development at Bukit Chagar station on the future cross-border metro linking Johor Bahru and Singapore. Malaysian project promoter MRT Corp is looking to generate a sustainable source of income ...
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News‘Overwhelming response’ to Malaysian high speed rail project
MALAYSIA: Project promoter MyHSR Corp reports an ‘overwhelming’ industry response to its request for information briefing for the revived Kuala Lumpur – Singapore High Speed Rail project. The event held at the Ministry of Finance in Putrajaya on July 27 attracted more than 700 representatives of ...
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NewsSeohae Line reaches Daegok
SOUTH KOREA: The 18·3 km Sosa – Daegok second section of Korail’s Seohae Line serving the western side of the Seoul conurbation opened for revenue services on July 1. The Wonsi – Siheung – Sosa southern section had opened in June 2018. Construction of the northern ...
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Rail Business UKHigh Speed 1 Ltd misses performance targets
UK: Channel Tunnel to London high speed line infrastructure concessionaire HS1 Ltd has missed key performance targets, according to the Office of Rail & Road’s annual assessment. ORR said HS1 Ltd has made improvements since it raised concerns about asset renewals last year, but it missed ...
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In depthMexico: Government fosters rail revival
Fresh impetus has been injected into the rail business in Mexico thanks to initiatives by the government of President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. Regulatory changes plus a long-term vision promise a revival that could include reinstating passenger services in addition to the Tren Maya project already in hand. Stefan von Mach reports.
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News‘Most innovative S-Bahn trains in Germany’ designed to replace 1 500 cars
GERMANY: Siemens Mobility has been awarded a contract to supply 90 extra-long electric multiple-units which it says will provide ‘more space, greater comfort and many innovations’ on München S-Bahn services. The 13-car EMUs will be 202 m long with 376 fixed and 80 folding seats and ...
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TenderHSR23-19 Request for Expressions of Interest for the Manufacture and Supply of UIC60 Rail in the United States of America
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Rail Business UKTimetable confirmation deadline to remain at 12 weeks
UK: The Office of Rail & Road has decided not to proceed with two changes to Network Rail’s network licence, after receiving mixed responses to the proposals. The first of the changes prompted by Network Rail’s Better Timetables for Passengers & Freight reform programme would have ...
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Metro Report InternationalAlcalá de Guadaíra tramway tenders called
SPAIN: The junta of Andalucía has called tenders for the supply of power supply equipment, signalling and other systems to equip the tramway under construction in Alcalá de Guadaíra to the east of Sevilla. Construction of the 12·5 km line from Montecarmelo to an interchange with ...
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Rail Business UKAir-purifying totems trial at Birmingham New Street station
UK: The use of air-purifying totems to reduce the impact of diesel train exhaust fumes on air quality is to be tested at Birmingham New Street station. The Pluvo Column devices take in air at the bottom of the totem and pass it through a series ...
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In depthChile: EFE invests to triple ridership by 2030
The Chilean government is investing US$8bn in the country’s railways with the aim of increasing passenger numbers threefold and boosting regional development outside the Santiago conurbation. Chief Executive of national operator EFE José Solorza Estévez explains the strategy to Benjámin Zelki.
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In depthColombia: Turning round a dilapidated network
The Colombian government is taking steps to rehabilitate key parts of the national rail network. It also has ambitions to develop an inter-ocean corridor to rival the Panamá Canal. Christian Scasso explains.
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Rail Business UKWellbeing focus at 26th Rail Business Awards
UK: ‘Physical and mental health are crucial for people to feel happy and happy people perform well’, says LNER Chief Executive David Horne, the current Chair of the cross-industry Rail Wellbeing Alliance. ‘Passengers and customers who meet happy and confident railway colleagues will feel happier themselves — ...
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NewsPhilippines to study 1 024 km of rail projects
PHILIPPINES: The Department of Transportation has begun the process of appointing consultants to undertake feasibility studies for four railway projects totalling 1 024 km. The lines would ’provide access and passage to vital and bustling economic markets, such as agriculture hubs, tourism sites and key business ...
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NewsNorfolk Southern enhances conductor training programme
USA: Norfolk Southern has launched a partnership with the Transportation Division of the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail & Transportation Workers to enhance the railroad’s conductor training programme. A train-the-trainer programme for all conductors and foremen will ensure consistency and quality in the training ...
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NewsIncoming Korail President & CEO sets out five goals
SOUTH KOREA: Incoming President & CEO of national operator Korea Railroad Corp Han Moon-Hee has set out five goals for the organisation, covering safety, sustainable financial stability, a better customer experience based on IT, building core competency and change management. Appointed for a three-year term, Han ...
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NewsTaking the halogens out of flame retardants
UK: Textile manufacturer Camira has developed a non-halogenated flame-retardant treatment for wool fabrics used in rolling stock and other public transport applications. The company says that in comparison to conventional flammability treatments, NitroPhlam365 reduces CO2 emissions, energy and water usage by 15%. It also avoids the ...
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Metro Report InternationalChinese trains to operate Astana’s revived light metro line
KAZAKHSTAN: Astana’s municipally-owned City Transportation Systems has selected CRRC Tangshan to supply rolling stock for its revived light rail transit project. Construction of the 20 km long double-track 1 520 mm gauge line with 18 stations, began in 2017. Supports for the elevated guideway were erected, ...