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Hyperloop One has unveiled its shortlist of European routes being considered for its transport shake-up, after encouraging people to pitch in routes that would be deemed technically doable, as well as economically sound.
Wednesday, 07 June 2017
The Guardian
- Guardian experts give their view on the main parties’ public service manifesto pledges. Here, our writers look at what’s in store for Scotland, Wales and Northern IrelandWales The UK parties each include distinctive polices for Wales. The Tories pledge to modernise rail infrastructure, set-up a UK shared prosperity fund to replace EU aid, a “growth deal” and give more powers to the Welsh government post-Brexit.
The Scotsman
- Scotland in running for futuristic Hyperloop transport linkNine proposed routes, including one from Glasgow to Wales, have been unveiled by Hyperloop One, the firm aiming to revolutionise public transport.
City AM
- Here are Hyperloop's plans to connect Europe: The nine shortlisted routes revealed including three in the UKHyperloop One has unveiled its shortlist of European routes being considered for its transport shake-up, after encouraging people to pitch in routes that would be deemed technically doable, as well as economically sound.
The Press and Journal (Aberdeen)
- Commuters facing major travel disruptions as busy train lines close due to floodingCommuters are being warned to expect major disruptions this morning after rail operators were forced to close a busy transport route.
East Anglian Daily Times
- Greater Anglia shows off mock-up of InterCity trains for London routeRail company Greater Anglia has shown off mock-ups of the inside of its new InterCity trains for the main line between the region and Liverpool Street station.
Other Regional Press
- Construction of rail technology centre on track in WidnesPROGRESS on the construction of Alstom’s £21 million rail technology centre continues as its company logo is erected at the entrance of the building.
- Lincoln train services to be cancelled for Network Rail works Commuters in Lincoln are being urged to check their train times ahead of major works which will see a number of journeys cancelled.
- Colne Valley candidates on education, rail fares and the EU Five candidates hoping to be the next MP for the Colne Valley speak at public hustings
- New station opens on old Stratford-Cheltenham lineA NEW station has opened on the old Stratford-upon-Avon to Cheltenham railway line.
Global Rail News
- Alstom to modernise Los Angeles’ Metro light rail fleetLos Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority has awarded Alstom a contract to perform the midlife overhaul of its P2000 light rail vehicles (LRVs).
Rail Magazine
- Greater Anglia unveils interior plans for new trainsDesign freeze on Greater Anglia's Stadler trains expected at end of month as operator consults on interiors
Rail Technology Magazine
- Greater Anglia's revamped Class 321s set to enter passenger serviceGreater Anglia’s newly refurbished Class 321 Renatus rolling stock is being prepared to enter service for passengers very soon, boasting a number of features that make the carriages more modern and energy-efficient than before. The operator launched the new trains at the end of last year...
- Guidance published to manage risk of signalling transitions for driversGuidance has been released this week to help the rail industry prepare drivers for transitions between Class B (AWS and TPWS) and ETCS (European Train Control System) signalling systems. In research released yesterday, the RSSB interviewed drivers who transition between different signalling...
- Northern calls on passengers to share opinions on station upgradesNorthern has this week called on passengers to voice their opinions on its station modernisation programme and how it can improve facilities in the future. The operator has launched a survey to garner the views of passengers on a number of facilities that have been improved including Adlington...
- TOC marks anniversary of railway safety education programmeLearning to travel independently on the railway and how to be safe around trains is an essential life lesson for any young person. And today, one operator has announced that its programme aimed at teaching children about the railway has reached thousands of young travellers over the past...
News from Europe
- Dutch team builds Europe’s first hyperloop trackA Dutch company based at TU Delft has built a section of hyperloop track in the first stage of a bid to connect two cities in the next four years.
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