Rail & Intermodal News Monitoring

Access for All Scheme Funds New Lifts at Greater Manchester Railway Station

As part of a £5.75 million investment by Transport for Greater Manchester, two new lifts have been installed on Irlam station. The investment aims to provide easy step-free access to the station to help boost visitors. A few days ago, there was a ribbon- …

The world’s smallest country just half a mile wide with its own £20m train line

At only half a mile wide and with an area of 121 acres (49 hectares), one would assume that the world's smallest sovereign state by both area and population would have little need for a railway. However, that is not the case. The Vatican City, a city- …

PMA to Train Cadets in AI, Combat Drones, and Cyber Warfare by 2026

Filipino soldiers will soon undergo training in artificial intelligence (AI), combat drones, and strategic ethical decision-making as part of a revamped Philippine Military Academy (PMA) curriculum set to launch in 2026. President Ferdinand “Bongbong” …

'Fancy' new East Midlands Railway train unveiled as part of £23 million revamp

The first train transformed in a £23 million modernisation of a fleet carrying passengers across the East Midlands has entered service. East Midlands Railway (EMR) is revamping its entire Class 170 fleet, which operates a plethora of regional services …

Jurassic finds including teeth uncovered in ground work for East West Rail

Investigations have started along the route between Oxford and Cambridge and part of that work includes taking soil samples. However, workers did not expect to uncover fossils from the Jurassic and Cretaceous period when they started their shift. Fossils …

Train hits person in Herzliya causing delay

A person in Herzeliya was hit by a train on Sunday after they walked onto the railway, Israel Police said in a statement Sunday.  As such, some trains have been delayed for several hours, the police noted. 

California Gov. Newsom Looks To Extend Carbon Cap Policy, Fund Rail Boondoggle As Possible Gas Crisis Looms

Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday released the May revision of his state budget proposal for 2025-2026, which included an extension to a cap-and-trade program that some analysts warn could raise gas prices, while also helping fund a …

RailRoad Lofts developing in Cleburne

Founders Development Company announces the development of RailRoad Lofts, a multifamily project in the master planned Railhead addition in Cleburne. Railhead is a mixed-use community ideally located next to the Cleburne Railroaders baseball stadium (La …

Netflix's long-awaited Gears of War movie might actually have a director, and it's the guy who helmed Bullet Train and ...

Remember that Gears of War movie Netflix was working on? Nobody would blame you if you didn't. The streaming service and purveyor of aggressively mediocre action flicks nabbed the film rights for Microsoft's cover-shooter series way back in …

Siemens Mobility’s Net-Zero Vision for Rail Manufacturing

The Siemens Mobility Rail Village in Goole, East Yorkshire, now has minimal operational emissions, with green energy generation, clean heating systems, and sustainable transport policies all significantly reducing the site’s carbon footprint. Also read: …

Commissioner of Railway Safety to inspect Karaikal- Peralam line on May 23 and 24

The new broad gauge track constructed on the Karaikal - Peralam section. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The 23.5-km Karaikal-Peralam broad gauge line is ready for statutory inspection by A.M. Chowdhary, Commissioner of Railway Safety, Southern Circle, …

The end of Moinho: Central Sao Paulo's last shantytown faces demolition to make way for park, train station

SAO PAULO, May 18 — Cintia Bomfim saw her eldest son struck twice by rubber bullets from police during protests this week in Moinho, downtown Sao Paulo’s last favela, which is about to make way for a park and train station. Then on Thursday, after a days- …

Union Pacific performing repairs at several Longview railroad crossings

LONGVIEW, Texas — The City of Longview announced upcoming repairs to several railroad crossings that may impact traffic. Union Pacific will be performing repairs from 12 p.m. on May 18 to 5 a.m. May 19 at the following railroad crossings: The city said …

Passengers forced to cross railway tracks to exit station due to locked gate

Iarnród Éireann has been asked to review its monitoring of unmanned stations following an incident where its staff were unaware for 90 minutes that groups of passengers were forced to cross railway tracks to exit the train station at Navan Road Parkway. …

Landslides disrupt rail traffic in Hualien

Taipei, May 18 (CNA) The Chongde-Renhe section of Taiwan Railway's line up and down eastern Taiwan was closed to traffic in both northbound and southbound directions on Sunday after landslides caused by heavy rain in Hualien County swept soil over the …

Elton John is furious about plans to let Big Tech train AI on artists' work for free

Elton John has accused the UK government of betraying artists with plans to allow Big Tech to train AI on creative works without permission or payment. The 78-year-old music icon said the plans meant "committing theft, thievery on a high scale," …

Man dies as SUV hits parked truck before colliding with iron rail on Bakhtiyarpur-Mokama road

Transport Minister accused of selling railway assets as scraps

In what has been described as a “coordinated and deliberate scheme” to strip the country’s railway system of valuable assets under the guise of scrap sales, the Minister of Transport, Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali, has been accused of selling railway assets.The …

Androulakis: PASOK to request preliminary investigation committee into Tempi train tragedy

PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis announced in an interview with OREN that on Monday, PASOK will submit a request for the establishment of a preliminary investigation committee into the Tempi train accident. He stressed that the political leadership of the …

Regional Organization Highlights Concern around Maldives' Generational Smoking Ban

WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND, May 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) has responded to the Maldives’ generational smoking ban, acknowledging the public health objectives while …

Uttar Pradesh, India Celebrates Buddha Purnima with Global Appeal

LUCKNOW, UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA, May 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Uttar Pradesh, a vibrant state in northern India, offers a unique confluence of history, spirituality and culture. Home to ancient cities, majestic rivers and sacred sites, it is …

Innovation, Vision, Legacy, and Leadership: Mr. Purple Builds a Brand Designed to Outlast Him

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an exclusive Xraised interview, Purple Group CEO Jignesh Patel discusses how purpose, design, and innovative thinking are influencing industries and shaping modern leadership …

'Journey Through Time' is an enlightening exploration of RCIA by Laurence F. Aucella

Dive into a groundbreaking study blending history, theology, and hard data to uncover what drives and sustains adult converts in the RCIA process. GREENVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kravitz and Sons LLC is honored …

Dr. Katrina Ferguson Launches New Coaching Platform for Faith-Based Entrepreneurs—Inks Media Partnership with ME Studios

BREAKING: Dr. Katrina Ferguson Launches Bold New Coaching Platform for Faith-Based Entrepreneurs—Inks Strategic Media Partnership with ME Studios DAYTONA BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful move poised to …

Talentuch Completes Comprehensive Salary Benchmarking Project for Malta-Based SEO Agency

Talentuch has successfully completed a two-month salary benchmarking project for a Malta-based SEO agency looking to optimize its HR & hiring strategy. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Talentuch, a leading …

Defining Excellence: Key Principles for Long-Term Success in Luxury Wedding Branding

Insights from Harmony Walton, Founder of The Bridal Bar LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an industry teeming with aspirational brands, a pressing question arises: How does one build a luxury wedding brand …

Zinglez Joins Orange County’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride as an Official Sponsor

The dating app for people who prefer real-life connections backs global cause with a local twist—style, motorcycles, and meaningful impact HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zinglez, the dating app designed …

LIFE’s Gaza Tent Initiative Honored with Prestigious Humanitarian Award in Dubai

By Providing Thousands of Families with Tents in Gaza, Life For Relief and Development (Life) Wins Dubai Humanitarian Award for the Most Impactful Partnership SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of one of the …

Why Should Businesses Trust Mobile Apps for Guaranteed Continuity?

“What sets GoodFirms apart from other platforms is that there is an absolute transparency in its listings, ratings, and reviews of the companies.” LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As old business models are …

Transforming Digital Marketing: Robb Fahrion Reveals Flying V Group's Game-Changing Strategies

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Robb Fahrion, Co-Founder and CEO of Flying V Group, shares his transformative approach to digital marketing in an exclusive interview with Xraised. With a track record of …

IAOTP Unveils “Top 50 Fearless Leaders Volume 4,” Continuing the Global Leadership Legacy

The anticipated release of the publication will release on May 28th 2025 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) announces the highly anticipated release of …

Luxury Coaches Global Market Report 2025: Demand for Premium Travel Experiences and High-Comfort Transportation Growth

The Business Research Company's Luxury Coaches Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s Latest …

The Mechanical Seals Global Market Report: Comprehensive Overview Of The Key Growth Drivers, Trends From 2025 To 2034

The Business Research Company's Mechanical Seals Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s Latest …

Madhya Pradesh celebrates International Museum Day: Honors the Guardians of Heritage

The state prepares to showcase its legacy of conservation and commitment to digital innovation. BHOPAL, MADHYA PRADESH , INDIA, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In anticipation of International Museum Day, observed globally on May 18 under the …

Exit Planning Institute® Launches Chapters in San Francisco and Sarasota

CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cleveland-based Exit Planning Institute® (EPI) has launched two additional chapters in San Francisco, CA, and Sarasota, FL, bringing its total chapters globally to 29. Chapters provide a …

Twelve lessons cities shared on building climate resilience

5. Cities need clearer implementation pathways. Many cities are committed to climate resilient urban development and articulate such visions in their development plans. Yet, they face challenges in bridging the gap between strategies and implementation. …

UNITAR joins the Global Learning Conference as a co-founder - shape the future of learning

Learning occurs in diverse ways across different life stages, settings, cultures, and continents, shaped by local and national constraints. This conference provides a unique platform to explore, discuss, and shape new approaches by leveraging the latest …

Global Sintering Silicon Carbide Market Outlook 2025-2034: Growth Drivers, Share, And Trends

The Business Research Company’s Sintering Silicon Carbide Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The steady growth observed in the …

Global Silicon Carbide Technical Ceramics Market Forecast To Reach $7.39 Billion By 2029 With 7.2% Annual Growth

The Business Research Company’s Silicon Carbide Technical Ceramic Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The silicon carbide technical …