Features
Deutsche Bahn's Domestic Rail ChallengesGermany's rail operations are currently experiencing a number of difficulties, from privatisation to employee unrest.
Beijing Rail Gets Games Boost From increased services to reduced pollution, China looks set to benefit from rail improvements made for the Olympics.
Issues of ControlAs rail markets across Europe merge and overlap, standardisation in rail control systems is increasing apace.
On the Right TrackRail freight is gaining traction as the world looks to environmentally friendly ways of transporting goods.
RFID and Rail: Advanced Tracking Technology Improving automation and reducing costs, an evolving technology has made the tracking of rail vehicles seem effortless.
Asia – the New Rail FrontierIndia and China are leading the way in railway investment in Asia, with both economies soon set to outstrip Japan's.
European Rail Operations on the Fast Track Despite lagging behind innovators such as Japan for years, a European-wide high-speed network at last seems imminent.
New York Rail: Rising from the AshesHoward Johnston takes a look at New York's rail revival following the atrocities of 9/11.
Visionary TechnologyCould a new surveillance system be the answer to the threat of criminal behaviour on our railways?
China Invests in a New Age of RailChina is undergoing radical change in the development of its railway network, locomotives and rolling stock.
Maglev – the Great DebateCan a revolutionary sprint train cut the mustard over the long haul?
Electronic Ticketing: Turn Up and Go TravelQuick, convenient and simple, electronic forms of ticketing are gaining popularity in our fast-paced lives.
Rail Combats the ColdIt is possible to run an efficient railway service even in wintery conditions, but it can be an expensive business.
The Crossrail Skills CrisisThe UK Government is showing its support for London's £16bn Crossrail scheme and is set to recruit.
UK Rail Planning – the Next 30 Years A new White Paper has assessed and planned the future of Britain's railway infrastructure.
Next Stop 2008Howard Johnston reflects on the past record-breaking year in the rail industry and how it has set the pace for 2008.
Tackling a Leafy IssueMalcolm Higgins has spent eight years and £5m developing a solution to the age-old leaves on the line problem.
Riding the Green LineWant to travel in style and comfort, and aid the environment at the same time?
Gold Medal ServicesLondon may still be a way off from being in the grip of Olympic fever, but change is still happening, and fast.
Eurostar Revamps High-Speed ServiceWith record-breaking runs and a new home, Eurostar's High Speed 1 London–Paris service is hitting the headlines.
Biting the British BulletCost, debate and technology have worked together to delay high-speed progress in Britain.
Japanese Bullet Trains – 40 Years at the ForefrontFor 40 years Japanese bullet trains have stood above all other high-speed counterparts.
Wi-Fi – Coming to a Station near YouRail operators are scrambling to cash in on their early adoption of Wi-Fi and steal passengers from the air.
North America Drives the Light Rail BoomThroughout the US light rail is fighting congestion and isolation as it joins communities with the rest of the rat race.
Spain's Great Rail RaceSpain is waking up to a future of fast travel with a new high-speed rail network, due to come online later this year.
Allez le TramWith a light rail renewal France has gone full steam ahead to become a leader in technological design and leading style.
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