All Railway Gazette International articles in Web Issue – Page 14
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SponsoredOptimising power supply assets on High Speed 1
In an interactive live debate held on June 4, we showcased the innovations that UK Power Network Services will deliver to support the operation of the High Speed 1 link between London and the Channel Tunnel, to deliver a future proof, smarter and more insightful operation. Optimising ...
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In depthChina: Expansion drive continues
Despite the impact of the coronavirus, expansion of the Chinese rail network is continuing steadily. Construction work is scheduled to get underway on no fewer than 116 new railway projects this year. Andrew Benton investigates.
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In depthChina: CR targets recovery after Covid-19 slump
China Railway’s ridership was hit hard by the coronavirus lockdown, but a range of initiatives are underway to stimulate recovery, while the construction of new lines continues unabated. Andrew Benton reports.
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In depthChina: Learning lessons from a remarkable programme
Built in an astonishingly short time, China’s huge high speed network has solved the national railway’s capacity problem and generated benefits beyond the rail sector. A comprehensive report by the World Bank suggests there are valuable lessons for other countries too, finds Murray Hughes.
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SponsoredGetting to Digital Rail faster with COTS components
Rail traffic is faced with the major task of switching to digital technologies as quickly and at the same time as cost-efficiently as possible. Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) systems have great potential for the development of digital interlockings.
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In depthAustralia: How far and how fast?
High speed rail is once again being touted as a way to boost Australia’s economy after the coronavirus pandemic and improve transport sustainability, but for now the government is focusing on ‘faster rail’ links between regional centres. Chris Jackson investigates.
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In depthHigh speed: Reaping the economic benefits of HS1
The high speed line between London and the Channel Tunnel generates annual benefits estimated at £427m, but there is still potential for another £100m if spare capacity is taken up.
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In depthHigh Speed: Open access comes to Spain
December is set to see the launch of open access services on Spain’s high speed network. Mike Bent investigates.
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SponsoredTETRA+LTE to revolutionise train-to-ground communications
Teltronic unveils its new RTP-800, a multi-technology on-board equipment (TETRA, LTE and Wi-Fi) that integrates critical communication voice services and broadband data services in a single rack. EN50155 and EN45545 compliant, it provides digital audio (VoIP) capabilities and multiple interconnection possibilities, facilitating its integration with the different ...
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JobEngineering Roles - Signalling, Electrification and Telecommunications Department
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In depthAsia: Restoring trans-Korean links
Despite the high profile political tensions of recent years, the governments in Seoul and Pyongyang continue to develop plans for better rail links to facilitate trade across the Korean peninsula as well as growing freight flows to Asia and Europe. Toma Bačić investigates.
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In depthChina: Mixed fortunes on the Belt & Road
While some projects being backed by China under the Belt & Road Initiative have been impacted by Covid-19 precautions, others are forging ahead and further schemes are already taking shape, reports Andrew Benton.
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In depthVietnam: Optimising infrastructure on Hanoi’s nascent network
Hanoi is on the cusp of opening the first sections of a planned eight-line metro network, including the east-west Line 3, where track and electrification fit-out is being handled by Colas Rail and Pandrol.
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SponsoredCyber-securing our railways
The digitalization of railways is well underway. Railways have increasingly embraced commercially available technologies that offer improved capabilities at reduced cost. The scale of innovation in the ICT field is impossible to replicate in the much smaller railway sector, so it is a natural evolution. Unfortunately, tapping these more general ...
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OrganisationsABB
ABB is a pioneering technology leader that works closely with utilities, industry, transportation and infrastructure customers to write the future of industrial digitalization and realize value.
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SponsoredRail charity joins other good causes in marathon fundraising effort
Railway Children is among hundreds of UK charities facing a huge fundraising deficit now that so many events have been cancelled due to coronavirus. The biggest one-day fundraising event in the world, the London Marathon, is just one of the casualties and has now been postponed leaving a multi-million pound shortfall for many charities. So organisers have launched a new event in a bid to help good causes raise funds that are more urgent than ever in these difficult times.
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NewsWorld rail freight news round-up
The port of Melbourne has chosen to proceed with its A$125m Port Rail Transformation Project, a package of operational and infrastructure enhancements intended to improve rail access to the port and reduce lorry movements. Swiss intermodal operators Schweizerzug and RTSB have combined to launch a transit freight ...
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NewsČD Cargo Traxx locos on test
CZECH REPUBLIC: The first two Class 388 Traxx MS3 multi-system electric locos for ČD Cargo started electromagnetic compatibility testing at the VUZ Velim test centre on April 21, as part of the formal approval process ČD Cargo ordered 10 Traxx MS3 locomotives from Bombardier in August 2019, ...
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NewsSix suppliers shortlisted as Norske Tog seeks up to 200 commuter EMUs
Photo: Cato Edvardsen/Wikimedia Commons Class 69 EMUs are widely used on the Norwegian network by national operator Vy, formerly NSB. NORWAY: State-owned rolling stock leasing company Norske Tog has shortlisted six prequalified bidders to supply an initial 30 new commuter EMUs as part of a framework order ...