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June 19, 2025 | Technology

Spanish consortium tests innovative accessibility systems in Málaga

The prototypes on test in Málaga are designed to make travelling by rail easier for disabled passengers.

September 19, 2024 | Innovations

Contenders line up for Sustainability Impact Awards

Previewing a selection of the shortlisted nominees for the UIC’s Sustainability Impact Awards 2024 ahead of the ceremony on September 25 at InnoTrans.

March 21, 2024 | Europe

Breaking down Europe’s digital barriers

In an increasingly data-driven industry, the European Union Agency for Railways (ERA) is working to improve standardisation and accessibility, as Chris Carr, head of ERA’s Operational Data Unit (OPD), explains.

February 23, 2024 | Fleet

SNCB M7 coach provides independent access for all

Accessibility enhancements enable passengers with reduced mobility to travel unassisted.

April 26, 2023 | Fleet

Paris orders 60 more RER NG trains for lines D and E

€1bn option exercised with Alstom adds to an initial order for 71 trains.

March 28, 2023 | Fleet

Renfe places further €200m order with CAF for 29 EMUs

Contract for four-car trains has an option for nine additional trains.

March 24, 2023 | Financial

Transport for London budget predicts £79m operating surplus for 2023-24

New rolling stock for Piccadilly Line and DLR and service and accessibility enhancements planned.

February 17, 2023 | Technology

SWR trials sign language AI technology to improve accessibility

The trial will support passengers with hearing loss.

February 7, 2023 | Fleet

Norske Tog exercises option with Alstom for 25 additional EMUs

Order adds to 30 Coradia Nordic trains already in production for Oslo commuter lines.

December 20, 2022 | Financial

Grants totalling $US 686m to make US metro stations more accessible

Programme is being funded under Biden Infrastructure Law.

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