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Railways go back to the future with landmark partnership.(Network Rail Press Release)

A first-of-its-kind partnership between the Severn Valley Railway and Network Rail has been set up, signalling the start of an innovative relationship between the past and present railway.

  • Posted On: 22 September 2023

The agreement between the national railway provider and a heritage railway operator will allow both organisations to benefit from each other using expertise, technology and facilities to help maintain and improve both networks.

Network Rail’s Central route will offer the Severn Valley Railway professional skills, advice and redundant railway materials to help keep the volunteer railway safe and operational.


The World Passenger Festival 2023

The World Passenger Festival brings global transport leaders together to discuss the technologies, strategies and opportunities driving the public transport industry forwards.

  • Posted On: 22 June 2023

The World Passenger Festival brings global transport leaders together to discuss the technologies, strategies and opportunities driving the public transport industry forwards. Taking place in Vienna on 4 - 5 October, the 2023 edition is set to be the biggest yet, bringing together over 2,000 attendees for 2 incredible days of knowledge exchange, networking and innovation. Book your ticket now..

BOOK YOUR TICKETS NOW!!


Rail Live 2023 29 November - 1 December 2023 | IFEMA, Madrid Three Day Exhibition & Conference

Technology, Innovation & Strategy for The Entire Rail Supply Chain

  • Posted On: 1 February 2023

Rail Live brings together high-level industry leaders who are driving innovation, investment and digital transformation in the global rail sector. From infrastructure managers to high-speed projects, metro systems to freight carriers, Rail Live represents the full rail industry.

There’s something for everyone at Rail Live, from 350+ speakers, 250+ exhibitors, 100+ start-ups and plenty of networking time to get to know our 10,000 strong audience.

DIGITISATION • SUSTAINABILITY • LIBERALISATION


HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II

A tribute from David Morgan MBE,TD., WATTRAIN President Emeritus

  • Posted On: 26 September 2022

As a child, Princess Elizabeth, never expected to become Queen as her father was the younger brother to Edward, the Prince of Wales, who inherited the throne from their father, King George V, who died in 1935. Indeed, Edward became King as Edward VIII but he abdicated after a few months and before any coronation because of his refusal to give up the woman he loved, Wallis Simpson, who was a divorcee and in those days unacceptable as Queen.


TopRail meeting held in person in Paris on 11 May 2022

  • Posted On: 8 June 2022
TopRail members came to Paris on 11 May from Italy, France, Spain, UK, Japan and Switzerland to meet their TopRail colleagues in person for the first time in two years. It also provided an opportunity to welcome new representatives, including the new Engineering Manager of Venice Simplon Orient Express and colleagues online from Hungary, Portugal and Slovenia.

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