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Mark Simmons

March 18, 2024 | High-speed

China completes Zhanjiang marine tunnel

10km construction project is part of new Guangzhou - Zhanjiang high-speed line.

March 18, 2024 | High-speed

Japan opens Hokuriku Shinkansen extension

High-speed trains connect Tokyo with Tsuruga via 125km line extension.

March 18, 2024 | Track

Innovative light rail track has global potential

A prototype very light rail (VLR) trackform designed and being tested in Britain has the potential to revolutionise urban transport across the world. Mark Simmons discovers that the secret is in the concrete mix.

March 16, 2024 | Australia/NZ

Auckland rail operations centre opens

New facility should improve service reliability of Auckland commuter services.

March 15, 2024 | Fleet

Qbuzz orders EMUs from CAF

Dutch train operator signs for 10 Civity EMUs as its concession for commuter services in South Holland is extended by seven years.

March 15, 2024 | Asia

PNR to completely suspend Metro Manila operations

Commuter routes in the city will not operate for five years to allow construction of North South Commuter Railway.

March 14, 2024 | Europe

Spanish hydrogen-powered demonstrator completes running trials

The FCH2RAIL hydrogen multiple-unit has finished extensive testing in Spain.

March 14, 2024 | Financial

Positive outlook for European rolling stock leasing companies

New report by Fitch Ratings concludes sector is resilient to macroeconomic pressures.

March 14, 2024 | Financial

Stadler reports robust operating performance in 2023

Swiss rolling stock manufacturer’s net profit and order backlog rise, but exchange rate movements blamed for fall in revenue.

March 13, 2024 | Infrastructure

Translink awards signalling and telecommunications design contract

AtkinsRéalis and Babcock International share a €250m five-year framework contract.

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