In this week’s top news: Billion-dollar Bay area investment, RSSB planning to use AI, and Hyperloop companies join forces.
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LTG Cargo to launch a new intermodal connection in Poland
LTG Cargo are launching a new intermodal freight connection between Kaunas in Lithuania and Sławków in Poland. Read more.
$2.5 billion of grants awarded for Bay Area transit investment
Transportation leaders in the Bay Area have celebrated as vital state funds have been awarded to Caltrain, BART and VTA. Read more.
HS2 given planning approval for Washwood Heath Depot near Birmingham
HS2 has been granted Schedule 17 approval by Birmingham City Council for Washwood Heath Depot, the maintenance facility and main control centre for the whole HS2 network. Read more.
Renfe to open a subsidiary in France
Renfe have announced the approval of plans to open a subsidiary in France and expand their presence in the market. Read more.
RSSB to use artificial intelligence to help predict low adhesion track conditions
The Rail Safety and Standards Board are using AI in a research project to predict and identify where and when low adhesion is going to occur on the rail network. Read more.
Hyperloop companies join forces to launch the first international Hyperloop Association
Seven companies have teamed up to form The Hyperloop Association, the first global association within the hyperloop industry. Read more.
Global Railway Review Issue 6 2022
Packed full of exclusive content, including how networks prepare for harsh winter weather; projects to reduce noise and vibrations; digital twins for Canada’s trains; and much more! Download Issue 6 to find out more.
Featured in Issue 6 - In-Depth Focus: Preparing for Winter
The winter months can be very challenging for railways; sharp drops in temperatures and harsh weather events can threaten major disruption to services. But as the articles in this In-Depth Focus explain, by putting in place robust preparation plans and coherent and consistent strategies, network disturbance can be kept to a minimum to ensure passengers and freight move safely and efficiently. Read more.