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Robert Preston

March 21, 2024 | Technology

MxV Rail completes new test loop at Pueblo

The new 4.5km loop will support the Facility for Accelerated Service Testing.

March 20, 2024 | Main line

SNCB to run conventional Brussels – Paris services for the Olympics

Trains will run every day from July 24 to August 11 and from August 28 to September 8.

March 18, 2024 | Metros

Panama Metro Line 3 now 50% complete.

Monorail Line 3 will run for 25km from Albrook to Ciudad del Futuro.

March 14, 2024 | Main line

Alstom enters British passenger operating market

Joint venture will run open-access services between London, Shrewsbury and Wrexham.

March 12, 2024 | Technology

Hydrogen traction study for Uruguay’s Central Railway

Feasibility study for hydrogen-powered passenger services on first 60km.

March 12, 2024 | Policy

Ouigo’s Madrid - Valladolid service approved

Spain’s competition commission finds no substantial impact on Renfe’s PSO contract.

March 11, 2024 | Main line

Working group to examine rail network for Canary Islands

Spanish government agrees to consider new lines on Gran Canaria and Tenerife.

March 10, 2024 | Analysis

Intelligent Wagon: a cheaper alternative to DAC?

A simpler and more affordable alternative to the power and data transmission functions of the Digital Automatic Coupler has been developed by Railfreight Consulting of Britain. Robert Preston spoke to the company’s managing director, Ralph Goldney.

March 8, 2024 | Main line

Mexico’s freight concessionaires assist in reintroduction of passenger services

Feasibility studies now underway for eight long-distance routes.

March 6, 2024 | Main line

Sweden launches national ticketing system

National Distribution System is based on the Open Sales and Distribution Model (ODSM) standard.

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