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CAF commits to UK manufacturing and seeks export opportunities
UK: Rolling stock manufacturer CAF has reiterated its commitment to producing vehicles for both the domestic market and for export at its factory in Newport.
Viewpoint: Do not rush UK rail reform
Given the scale of the task, the government should resist the temptation to push through hasty reform of the UK rail sector, argues Dominic Booth, Chief Executive of Transport UK Group.
East West Rail test train reaches Milton Keynes
UK: The first test train has run over the Bicester – Bletchley route which has been rebuilt as part of ‘Connection Stage One’ of the East West Rail project to reinstate a rail corridor linking Oxford and Cambridge.
High Speed Rail Group sets out what is needed to attract private finance for infrastructure
UK: The High Speed Rail Group has published its Driving Investment in Rail Infrastructure report, outlining what it says is needed to develop a comprehensive long-term rail infrastructure strategy that actively engages with the investment community and explores a broad range of funding options, including private investment.
Manchester to host the 2025 Rail Business Awards
UK: The annual Rail Business Awards which recognise and reward excellence across every aspect of the industry will be back in Manchester in 2025.
