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Bombardier and Alstom are in partnership to build new US high speed trains.
Bombardier and Alstom are in partnership to build new US high speed trains.
 The second Acela Express high speed trainset delivered to Amtrak in October of 1999.
The second Acela Express high speed trainset delivered to Amtrak in October of 1999.
 The initial design for the new high-speed trains for the Northeast Corridor between New York and Boston.
The initial design for the new high-speed trains for the Northeast Corridor between New York and Boston.
The French TGV design influence can be seen here in the US high-speed train design.
The French TGV design influence can be seen here in the US high-speed train design.
 The interior of an American train first class compartment.
The interior of an American train first class compartment.
 The ACELA express power car at Bombardier's Plattsburg works will be powered with Alstom's traction equipment.
The ACELA express power car at Bombardier's Plattsburg works will be powered with Alstom's traction equipment.
ACELA express power cars under construction.
ACELA express power cars under construction.
 The ACELA express coaches being assembled by Bombardier at Barre, Vermont.
The ACELA express coaches being assembled by Bombardier at Barre, Vermont.
 The ACELA express coaches feature airline style designs such as the overhead luggage storage racks.
The ACELA express coaches feature airline style designs such as the overhead luggage storage racks.
Configuration of Acela Express.
Configuration of Acela Express.
 Acela Express at Baltimore/Washington International Airport Station.
Acela Express at Baltimore/Washington International Airport Station.
 The ETR460, forerunner of Spain's latest tilting train.
The ETR460, forerunner of Spain's latest tilting train.
The first Alaris trainset after completion outside Alstom's Barcelona works.
The first Alaris trainset after completion outside Alstom's Barcelona works.
 In-cab displays are designed to provide extensive running information to the train crew.
In-cab displays are designed to provide extensive running information to the train crew.
 The Pendolino production line at Fiat's Turin assembly plant.
The Pendolino production line at Fiat's Turin assembly plant.
Interior of a second class vehicle, showing the on-board video screens.
Interior of a second class vehicle, showing the on-board video screens.
 Diagram of a Pendolino train's tilting mechanism.
Diagram of a Pendolino train's tilting mechanism.
 A Pendolino bogie, also showing the plate connecting it to the train's body.
A Pendolino bogie, also showing the plate connecting it to the train's body.
Germany was some way behind its main European compatriots when it came to developing a network of high-speed railway lines, but now, with its InterCity Express (ICE) concept, it has been quickly making up for lost time.
Germany was some way behind its main European compatriots when it came to developing a network of high-speed railway lines, but now, with its InterCity Express (ICE) concept, it has been quickly making up for lost time.
 With a clear screen separating passengers from the driver ICE 3 gives passengers a clear impression of speed.
With a clear screen separating passengers from the driver ICE 3 gives passengers a clear impression of speed.
 The DM250m InterCity station at Laatzen nearing completion.
The DM250m InterCity station at Laatzen nearing completion.
Interior of the BSmz 803 second class car complete with telephone, typing machine, fascimile, and photcopier.
Interior of the BSmz 803 second class car complete with telephone, typing machine, fascimile, and photcopier.
 Man-machine interface of the Hannover electronic interlocking.
Man-machine interface of the Hannover electronic interlocking.
 A AVmz 801 first class car with two saloon modules and one compartment module with only three seats per seat row.
A AVmz 801 first class car with two saloon modules and one compartment module with only three seats per seat row.
ICE-T electric multiple-unit train set.
ICE-T electric multiple-unit train set.
 An NS-owned ICE3 at Mannheim, near the start of one of the earliest NBS sections, the 100km to Stuttgart.
An NS-owned ICE3 at Mannheim, near the start of one of the earliest NBS sections, the 100km to Stuttgart.
The tilt-equipped ICE-T can make best use of older track formations. Class 411 at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
The tilt-equipped ICE-T can make best use of older track formations. Class 411 at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Also served by Regional and S-Bahn trains, the Köln/Bonn airport line and station were part of the Köln-Frankfurt NBS project.
Also served by Regional and S-Bahn trains, the Köln/Bonn airport line and station were part of the Köln-Frankfurt NBS project.
 ICE services dominate at Frankfurt Airport’s new station. The Fernbahnhof. Regional and S-Bahn services use the earlier low-level station.
ICE services dominate at Frankfurt Airport’s new station. The Fernbahnhof. Regional and S-Bahn services use the earlier low-level station.
 An ICE3 parallel high speed run was part of the opening publicity for the Nürnberg-Ingolstadt NBS in 2006.
An ICE3 parallel high speed run was part of the opening publicity for the Nürnberg-Ingolstadt NBS in 2006.
The new line will be the first to incorporate what is expected to become the international-standard ERTMS signalling.
The new line will be the first to incorporate what is expected to become the international-standard ERTMS signalling.
 This diagram shows the U-shaped concrete trackbed design, aimed at substantially reducing noise.
This diagram shows the U-shaped concrete trackbed design, aimed at substantially reducing noise.
 Model of the Ansaldobreda sets for HSL Zuid.
Model of the Ansaldobreda sets for HSL Zuid.
Like Benelux services, high speed Amsterdam-Brussels will be a joint Dutch-Belgian operation.
Like Benelux services, high speed Amsterdam-Brussels will be a joint Dutch-Belgian operation.
 Like the whole route, the Hollandsch Diep crossing features passenger evacuation exits.
Like the whole route, the Hollandsch Diep crossing features passenger evacuation exits.
 For busy locations like Dordrecht, freight paths will be increased by passenger capacity shifting to HSL Zuid.
For busy locations like Dordrecht, freight paths will be increased by passenger capacity shifting to HSL Zuid.
Featuring a new dedicated platform for HSL services, Breda is part of the HSL service pattern.
Featuring a new dedicated platform for HSL services, Breda is part of the HSL service pattern.
 A layout of the HLS Zuid route map.
A layout of the HLS Zuid route map.
An upgrade programme is due for Thalys sets on Paris-Brussels-Amsterdam services prior to their transfer to HSL Zuid and the Belgian high-speed lines.
An upgrade programme is due for Thalys sets on Paris-Brussels-Amsterdam services prior to their transfer to HSL Zuid and the Belgian high-speed lines.
Now rebranded as part of Hispeed, the joint Dutch-Belgian Benelux service may survive in some form after the new lines open.
Now rebranded as part of Hispeed, the joint Dutch-Belgian Benelux service may survive in some form after the new lines open.
 The new platforms at Breda will remain unused by high-speed services due to a series of delays on the HSL Zuid project.
The new platforms at Breda will remain unused by high-speed services due to a series of delays on the HSL Zuid project.
 The HSL Zuid's southern end has a junction from the main line to serve Breda where connections are available for east-west services.
The HSL Zuid's southern end has a junction from the main line to serve Breda where connections are available for east-west services.
The functional interior of an ETR 500 compartment.
The functional interior of an ETR 500 compartment.
 Fiat Ferroviaria (now Alstom) supplied the dual-voltage (3kV DC/25kV AC) ETR480 trains. Their tilting capacity is used to best advantage on classic lines with frequent curves.
Fiat Ferroviaria (now Alstom) supplied the dual-voltage (3kV DC/25kV AC) ETR480 trains. Their tilting capacity is used to best advantage on classic lines with frequent curves.
 Both the ETR 500 trainsets and Pendolino trains are the rolling stock for the Eurostar Italia Service.
Both the ETR 500 trainsets and Pendolino trains are the rolling stock for the Eurostar Italia Service.
The ETR 460 Pendolino tackles a curve on the Italian State Railways network.
The ETR 460 Pendolino tackles a curve on the Italian State Railways network.
 The driver's cab of an ETR 500 high-speed train.
The driver's cab of an ETR 500 high-speed train.
 Now joined by hauled stock under the Cisalpino brand, ETR470 tilting trains link northern Italy with Switzerland.
Now joined by hauled stock under the Cisalpino brand, ETR470 tilting trains link northern Italy with Switzerland.
As here east of Milan, some 'TAV' lines follow alignments of conventional railways.
As here east of Milan, some 'TAV' lines follow alignments of conventional railways.
 ETR500 sets are the mainstay of domestic Eurostar Italia services.
ETR500 sets are the mainstay of domestic Eurostar Italia services.
 Branding for Eurostar Italia Alta Velocità.
Branding for Eurostar Italia Alta Velocità.
ETR485 tilting sets work the limited stop Milan-Rome T-Biz services aimed at the business market.
ETR485 tilting sets work the limited stop Milan-Rome T-Biz services aimed at the business market.
 The route of the Kuala Lumpur Express Rail Link.
The route of the Kuala Lumpur Express Rail Link.
 The new terminal at KL Sentral in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
The new terminal at KL Sentral in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
The interior of one of the new ERL trains.
The interior of one of the new ERL trains.
 A cable laid between the rails transmits signalling data.
A cable laid between the rails transmits signalling data.
 Kuala Lumpur's commuter rail network offers an intensive service, with which the new airport express trains connect.
Kuala Lumpur's commuter rail network offers an intensive service, with which the new airport express trains connect.
Siemens' test track at Wildenrath, Germany, saw extensive proving trials for KL's newest trains.
Siemens' test track at Wildenrath, Germany, saw extensive proving trials for KL's newest trains.
 The control centre uses electronic interlocking to ensure the continuity of the signalling system.
The control centre uses electronic interlocking to ensure the continuity of the signalling system.
 The Queensland Rail map.
The Queensland Rail map.
The streamlined new trains are the leaders in a new era in Australian rail travel.
The streamlined new trains are the leaders in a new era in Australian rail travel.
 Two six-car tilting trains are being supplied by a consortium led by Evans Deakin Industries.
Two six-car tilting trains are being supplied by a consortium led by Evans Deakin Industries.
 With a speed of 170km/h and a gauge of 1,067mm, Queensland Rail claims the trainsets to be the fastest narrow-gauge trains in the world.
With a speed of 170km/h and a gauge of 1,067mm, Queensland Rail claims the trainsets to be the fastest narrow-gauge trains in the world.
The spacious, air-conditioned coaches have video screens at each seat, with individual audio control panels, which offer passengers a range of entertainment.
The spacious, air-conditioned coaches have video screens at each seat, with individual audio control panels, which offer passengers a range of entertainment.
 Queensland Rail's new tilting trains have cut seven hours off the journey time between Brisbane and Cairns.
Queensland Rail's new tilting trains have cut seven hours off the journey time between Brisbane and Cairns.
 QR has bought 50 new 2800 Class locomotives from Goninan.
QR has bought 50 new 2800 Class locomotives from Goninan.
The ABB Electric Intercity Express plies between Brisbane and Rockhampton (600km).
The ABB Electric Intercity Express plies between Brisbane and Rockhampton (600km).
 Each X2000 formation consists of two 4400hp power cars, powered at 15kV ac. Each unit can be made up of up to 16 intermediate vehicles with a maximum capacity of 1,600 passengers, but a typical train will only have five intermediate trailers.
Each X2000 formation consists of two 4400hp power cars, powered at 15kV ac. Each unit can be made up of up to 16 intermediate vehicles with a maximum capacity of 1,600 passengers, but a typical train will only have five intermediate trailers.
 Sweden's X2000 fleet of tilting trains has been a major catalyst for the renewed interest in this type of technology.
Sweden's X2000 fleet of tilting trains has been a major catalyst for the renewed interest in this type of technology.
An X2000 tilting train pulls into station.
An X2000 tilting train pulls into station.
 The new rolling stock will replace loco-hauled passenger trains within a few years.
The new rolling stock will replace loco-hauled passenger trains within a few years.
 An X2000 train alongside a light rail Variotram at Gothenburg.
An X2000 train alongside a light rail Variotram at Gothenburg.
Active passenger car tilting technology.
Active passenger car tilting technology.
 The front ends of X2000 trains are painted with a large area of white for high visibilty.
The front ends of X2000 trains are painted with a large area of white for high visibilty.
 The X2000 trains feature an aerodynamic bullet nose.
The X2000 trains feature an aerodynamic bullet nose.
The tilting operation of an X2000 in sequence.
The tilting operation of an X2000 in sequence.
 Speedrail map.
Speedrail map.
 A computer montage of a Speedrail trainset at Sydney Central station.
A computer montage of a Speedrail trainset at Sydney Central station.
An artist's impression of the Speedrail trainset at speed.
An artist's impression of the Speedrail trainset at speed.
 Nine trains, each comprising eight vehicles, will use their 320km/h capability on the new purpose-built sections of the route.
Nine trains, each comprising eight vehicles, will use their 320km/h capability on the new purpose-built sections of the route.
 Alstom's involvement includes the design and construction of the trains.
Alstom's involvement includes the design and construction of the trains.
French TGV Reseau technology was at the heart of the Speedrail project.
French TGV Reseau technology was at the heart of the Speedrail project.
 The ultra-streamlined JR500-Series train running on the Shinkansen network.
The ultra-streamlined JR500-Series train running on the Shinkansen network.
 JR Central's series 300 Nozomi, has a maximum operating speed of 270km/h and takes only two hours 30 minutes between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka.
JR Central's series 300 Nozomi, has a maximum operating speed of 270km/h and takes only two hours 30 minutes between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka.
The E2 train was operational on the Shinkansen network early in 1998.
The E2 train was operational on the Shinkansen network early in 1998.
 A Maglev test train reached a speed of 550km/h. Maglev transport intends to achieve operating speeds of 500km/h.
A Maglev test train reached a speed of 550km/h. Maglev transport intends to achieve operating speeds of 500km/h.
 The superconducting Maglev high-speed vehicles have been fitted with aerodynamic brake panels.
The superconducting Maglev high-speed vehicles have been fitted with aerodynamic brake panels.
The JR West series 500 trainsets operating on the Shinkansen network have regained the high-speed train speed record.
The JR West series 500 trainsets operating on the Shinkansen network have regained the high-speed train speed record.
 The Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen general control centre.
The Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen general control centre.
 The unusual cusp-nosed design was part of the 300X development project aimed at minimising noise.
The unusual cusp-nosed design was part of the 300X development project aimed at minimising noise.
Another of the 300X series trains with aerodynamic styling and a smooth, quiet body.
Another of the 300X series trains with aerodynamic styling and a smooth, quiet body.
 The Tilting Train Network route.
The Tilting Train Network route.
 SBB has committed itself to a long-term vision of rail travel in Switzerland, entailing major efficiency improvements over the system as operated in the final years of the 20th century. This includes half-hourly services in each direction on all significant routes.
SBB has committed itself to a long-term vision of rail travel in Switzerland, entailing major efficiency improvements over the system as operated in the final years of the 20th century. This includes half-hourly services in each direction on all significant routes.
This reduced-length early production Swiss Tilting Train unit is pictured on a test run.
This reduced-length early production Swiss Tilting Train unit is pictured on a test run.
 Two locomotives including the latest Lok 2000 haul one of the new Tilting trainsets through Swiss countryside prior to testing.
Two locomotives including the latest Lok 2000 haul one of the new Tilting trainsets through Swiss countryside prior to testing.
 Flow chart of the ICN electrification power system supply.
Flow chart of the ICN electrification power system supply.
The ICN tilting train is the latest showpiece of Swiss railway technology.
The ICN tilting train is the latest showpiece of Swiss railway technology.
 The pantograph of an ICN unit, which collects the 15kV overhead current manufactured by Adtranz.
The pantograph of an ICN unit, which collects the 15kV overhead current manufactured by Adtranz.
 An ICN unit is towed past typical Swiss scenery while on delivery from Adtranz.
An ICN unit is towed past typical Swiss scenery while on delivery from Adtranz.
Close-up of the ICN train's bogie, fitted with the new tilting mechanism manufactured by Fiat-SIG.
Close-up of the ICN train's bogie, fitted with the new tilting mechanism manufactured by Fiat-SIG.
 Switzerland's new ICN tilting trains being built at one of the Adtranz assembly workshops.
Switzerland's new ICN tilting trains being built at one of the Adtranz assembly workshops.
 The ICN is styled by Italian design house Pininfarina.
The ICN is styled by Italian design house Pininfarina.
ICN sets frequently run as coupled pairs, as seen at St Gallen.
ICN sets frequently run as coupled pairs, as seen at St Gallen.
 The Cisalpino consortium operates a different style of tilting train on international services.
The Cisalpino consortium operates a different style of tilting train on international services.
 The Taiwan High Speed route.
The Taiwan High Speed route.
Schematic track laying features.
Schematic track laying features.
 An artists impression of the plush interior of the new high-speed trains.
An artists impression of the plush interior of the new high-speed trains.
 The trains will be controlled from the most modern and technologically advanced signalling centre.
The trains will be controlled from the most modern and technologically advanced signalling centre.
The first new Taiwan high speed train, built by Kawasaki.
The first new Taiwan high speed train, built by Kawasaki.
 Pre-fabricated slab track has been employed throughout.
Pre-fabricated slab track has been employed throughout.
 Japanese technology was chosen for the new trains.
Japanese technology was chosen for the new trains.
Stations are built to withstand trains passing at 350km/h.
Stations are built to withstand trains passing at 350km/h.
 The sturdy overhead is capable of upgrading to 30kV AC.
The sturdy overhead is capable of upgrading to 30kV AC.
 The fleet of 30 trains is now undergoing rigorous testing before the likely 2007 opening date.
The fleet of 30 trains is now undergoing rigorous testing before the likely 2007 opening date.
Trains will travel at 300km/h, cutting journey times from four hours to just 90 minutes.
Trains will travel at 300km/h, cutting journey times from four hours to just 90 minutes.
 The undulating nature of the trackbed is clear to see in this view.
The undulating nature of the trackbed is clear to see in this view.
 Over 300km of the route is built on viaducts or in tunnels.
Over 300km of the route is built on viaducts or in tunnels.
Originally orange liveried, a first-generation TGV set at Lyon, one end of the first LGV service opened in 1981.
Originally orange liveried, a first-generation TGV set at Lyon, one end of the first LGV service opened in 1981.
 Double-deck TGV Duplex sets were a way of putting more capacity onto the LGV infrastructure.
Double-deck TGV Duplex sets were a way of putting more capacity onto the LGV infrastructure.
 To cope with growing demand between Paris and Lyon, Duplex pairs are now used to provide over 1,000 seats per train.
To cope with growing demand between Paris and Lyon, Duplex pairs are now used to provide over 1,000 seats per train.
Seen in 1996, the classic route south of Bordeaux towards the Spanish border may be joined by an LGV by 2020.
Seen in 1996, the classic route south of Bordeaux towards the Spanish border may be joined by an LGV by 2020.
 SNCF feeder services to LGV have benefited from stock renewal in recent years.
SNCF feeder services to LGV have benefited from stock renewal in recent years.
 Gare de Saint-Exupéry TGV at Lyon Airport is one of several stations that has not enjoyed the same success as the network overall.
Gare de Saint-Exupéry TGV at Lyon Airport is one of several stations that has not enjoyed the same success as the network overall.
West of Lille, LGV Nord mainly handles Eurostar traffic for London via the Channel Tunnel.
West of Lille, LGV Nord mainly handles Eurostar traffic for London via the Channel Tunnel.
 Passing beneath runways to serve Charles de Gaulle Airport, Interconnexion Est now links three LGV around the eastern edge of Paris.
Passing beneath runways to serve Charles de Gaulle Airport, Interconnexion Est now links three LGV around the eastern edge of Paris.
 Opening Phase 1 in 2007, LGV Est attracted finance from neighbouring Luxembourg.
Opening Phase 1 in 2007, LGV Est attracted finance from neighbouring Luxembourg.
Brussels Midi is the focal point of Thalys operations, with frequent services to Amsterdam, Köln and Paris.
Brussels Midi is the focal point of Thalys operations, with frequent services to Amsterdam, Köln and Paris.
 The renewal of Brussels Midi and the previously run-down surrounding area has contributed to the high quality image of the Thalys international service.
The renewal of Brussels Midi and the previously run-down surrounding area has contributed to the high quality image of the Thalys international service.
 Thalys PBKA sets use TGV Duplex-style power cars and can carry 377 passengers.
Thalys PBKA sets use TGV Duplex-style power cars and can carry 377 passengers.
Opened in 2007, the new low level at the rebuilt Antwerpen Centraal will allow high speed trains to serve the city centre.
Opened in 2007, the new low level at the rebuilt Antwerpen Centraal will allow high speed trains to serve the city centre.
 Delays with NSL Zuid and fitting compatible signalling equipment means that Thalys sets will use the congested Dutch classic routes for longer than projected.
Delays with NSL Zuid and fitting compatible signalling equipment means that Thalys sets will use the congested Dutch classic routes for longer than projected.
 Thalys services to the eastern terminus of the service, Köln (seen here) will be accelerated with completion of the high-speed line west of Aachen.
Thalys services to the eastern terminus of the service, Köln (seen here) will be accelerated with completion of the high-speed line west of Aachen.
Original models of the planned Tren Urbano rolling stock.
Original models of the planned Tren Urbano rolling stock.
 The first of the new trains began testing in December 1999.
The first of the new trains began testing in December 1999.
 Tracklaying in progress opposite the maintenance depot at Las Lomas.
Tracklaying in progress opposite the maintenance depot at Las Lomas.
Part of the test track under construction.
Part of the test track under construction.
 Building work underway at Martinez Nadal station, close to the site of the main maintenance depot.
Building work underway at Martinez Nadal station, close to the site of the main maintenance depot.
 An artist's impression of one of Tren Urbano's elevated sections.
An artist's impression of one of Tren Urbano's elevated sections.
Information, control and signalling systems will be integrated in a system installed by Matra Transportation International.
Information, control and signalling systems will be integrated in a system installed by Matra Transportation International.
 The new West Coast Pendolino under construction.
The new West Coast Pendolino under construction.
 Track laying at Proof House, Birmingham.
Track laying at Proof House, Birmingham.
The sophisticated controls of the Pendolino trainsets.
The sophisticated controls of the Pendolino trainsets.
 The Pendolino's aircraft-style features include onboard video.
The Pendolino's aircraft-style features include onboard video.
 Each train has a shop rather than a traditional buffet, selling food and drink, magazines, CDs and headphones.
Each train has a shop rather than a traditional buffet, selling food and drink, magazines, CDs and headphones.
The upgrading of old signalling equipment is a central feature of the West Coast modernisation programme.
The upgrading of old signalling equipment is a central feature of the West Coast modernisation programme.
 The new Proof House railway.
The new Proof House railway.
 An artist's impression of the West Coast Main Line in 2003.
An artist's impression of the West Coast Main Line in 2003.
The trainsets are powered by 25kV 60Hz AC current, supplying 12 three-phase asynchronous traction motors.
The trainsets are powered by 25kV 60Hz AC current, supplying 12 three-phase asynchronous traction motors.
 The body of a South Korean TGV power unit.
The body of a South Korean TGV power unit.
 A South Korean TGV trainset under construction.
A South Korean TGV trainset under construction.
The aerodynamic nose of a South Korean TGV.
The aerodynamic nose of a South Korean TGV.
 The second class interior of the South Korean TGV.
The second class interior of the South Korean TGV.
 A brand new South Korean TGV.
A brand new South Korean TGV.
First class passengers enjoy luxurious and comfortable surroundings.
First class passengers enjoy luxurious and comfortable surroundings.
 Delivery of the first 12 trainsets took place in March of 1998.
Delivery of the first 12 trainsets took place in March of 1998.
 The Swiss ICN tilting train is allowing SBB to achieve its service targets.
The Swiss ICN tilting train is allowing SBB to achieve its service targets.
Italian railway FS was the first to introduce a regular tilting train service.
Italian railway FS was the first to introduce a regular tilting train service.
 Virgin will introduce its Pendolino in June 2002.
Virgin will introduce its Pendolino in June 2002.
 The Perpignan-Figueres line would give Spain its first international standard gauge line and allow its forthcoming ICE 3 EMUs to work through to France.
The Perpignan-Figueres line would give Spain its first international standard gauge line and allow its forthcoming ICE 3 EMUs to work through to France.
French TGV trains would provide high speed passenger services over the line.
French TGV trains would provide high speed passenger services over the line.
 A high volume of freight is expected to use the line, including 'rolling road' style trains carrying complete lorries.
A high volume of freight is expected to use the line, including 'rolling road' style trains carrying complete lorries.
 The new route will have to pass through difficult terrain and will require expensive engineering works.
The new route will have to pass through difficult terrain and will require expensive engineering works.
SNCF hopes to significantly increase the amount of freight it carries to and from Spain when the line opens.
SNCF hopes to significantly increase the amount of freight it carries to and from Spain when the line opens.
 LGV Est Europeen map.
LGV Est Europeen map.
 TGV network map.
TGV network map.
Deutsche Bahn ICE3 stock will become a familiar sight on TGV Est.
Deutsche Bahn ICE3 stock will become a familiar sight on TGV Est.
 Although linked to Paris with TGV services and with station improvements under the project, Strasbourg remains over 100km from the end of the new LGV.
Although linked to Paris with TGV services and with station improvements under the project, Strasbourg remains over 100km from the end of the new LGV.
 Regional services by units like the TER 2N-NG will be increased to feed TGV Est and make up for reduced through-services for some destinations.
Regional services by units like the TER 2N-NG will be increased to feed TGV Est and make up for reduced through-services for some destinations.
The bulk of LGV Est services are operated by TGV Réseau formations.
The bulk of LGV Est services are operated by TGV Réseau formations.
 LGV Est is connected with the Jonction Est LGV east of Paris serving Marne-la-Vallée and Charles de Gaulle airport (pictured).
LGV Est is connected with the Jonction Est LGV east of Paris serving Marne-la-Vallée and Charles de Gaulle airport (pictured).
 An LGV Est Paris service at Luxembourg City – the Grand Duchy was one of the line's sources of funding.
An LGV Est Paris service at Luxembourg City – the Grand Duchy was one of the line's sources of funding.
As with the Rhein-Main NBS, the new line will run parallel to an autobahn for much of its length to minimise environmental damage.
As with the Rhein-Main NBS, the new line will run parallel to an autobahn for much of its length to minimise environmental damage.
The high-speed line is being built through an environmentally sensitive area of Bavaria.
The high-speed line is being built through an environmentally sensitive area of Bavaria.
Tunnels will form 27km of the 89km new line between Nurnberg and Ingolstadt.
Tunnels will form 27km of the 89km new line between Nurnberg and Ingolstadt.
The Bavarian government hopes to run 200km/h regional express services over the new line, possibly using double-deck stock.
The Bavarian government hopes to run 200km/h regional express services over the new line, possibly using double-deck stock.
Construction work is well underway and should allow the line to open on time in 2006.
Construction work is well underway and should allow the line to open on time in 2006.
Euerwang Tunnel is one of six tunnels being bored on the route. Another three are being built using the cut-and-cover method.
Euerwang Tunnel is one of six tunnels being bored on the route. Another three are being built using the cut-and-cover method.
Class 101s and former IC stock are used for DB’s first 200km/h Regio Express service on this NBS
Class 101s and former IC stock are used for DB’s first 200km/h Regio Express service on this NBS
 Siemens Taurus OBB 1216.050 set a locomotive world speed record on the München-Ingolstadt NBS (seen here on Netherlands HSL Zuid)
Siemens Taurus OBB 1216.050 set a locomotive world speed record on the München-Ingolstadt NBS (seen here on Netherlands HSL Zuid)
 Spanish and French high-speed railway practice will be used for the 300km/h route from Buenos Aires to Rosario.
Spanish and French high-speed railway practice will be used for the 300km/h route from Buenos Aires to Rosario.
Construction of the high-speed line will connect three of Argentina’s main cities.
Construction of the high-speed line will connect three of Argentina’s main cities.
 Modern stations and trains will revolutionise rail travel in South America – the first high-speed line for the continent.
Modern stations and trains will revolutionise rail travel in South America – the first high-speed line for the continent.
 The future of Argentine rail travel? This is a Spanish high-speed set on which the new trains are likely to be based.
The future of Argentine rail travel? This is a Spanish high-speed set on which the new trains are likely to be based.
The main population centres of Argentina are served by the planned high-speed line between Buenos Aires and Cordoba.
The main population centres of Argentina are served by the planned high-speed line between Buenos Aires and Cordoba.
 The N700 is the latest development in Japanese high-speed trains.
The N700 is the latest development in Japanese high-speed trains.
 The front of the N700 has been designed using airplane technology to produce a dynamic and highly aerodynamic nose.
The front of the N700 has been designed using airplane technology to produce a dynamic and highly aerodynamic nose.
The N700 is based on the earlier 700 series trains. The main differences are the nose design, bogie skirts and lighting position.
The N700 is based on the earlier 700 series trains. The main differences are the nose design, bogie skirts and lighting position.
 Older ‘Bullet Trains’ are where the grass roots of the N700 lie.
Older ‘Bullet Trains’ are where the grass roots of the N700 lie.
 Shanghai is home to the world's only commercial high-speed maglev line.
Shanghai is home to the world's only commercial high-speed maglev line.
The Shanghai maglev has been used as the template for the Shanghai-Hangzhou intercity route.
The Shanghai maglev has been used as the template for the Shanghai-Hangzhou intercity route.
 The new route will be the fastest commercial maglev route in the world, with trains capable of 430km/h.
The new route will be the fastest commercial maglev route in the world, with trains capable of 430km/h.
 Maglev presents a modern face to passengers in Shanghai.
Maglev presents a modern face to passengers in Shanghai.
Passenger and freight traffic will use the new base tunnel to reach Italy via a new direct route.
Passenger and freight traffic will use the new base tunnel to reach Italy via a new direct route.
 Tunnel boring for the 53.1km base tunnel will take five-and-a-half years, with 17 machines working from different points.
Tunnel boring for the 53.1km base tunnel will take five-and-a-half years, with 17 machines working from different points.
 Locomotives from both Italy and France will use the route when it opens at the end of the next decade.
Locomotives from both Italy and France will use the route when it opens at the end of the next decade.
The construction plan of the tunnel with access points marked.
The construction plan of the tunnel with access points marked.
 ‘Railway motorway’ rail vehicles transporting lorries are expected to account for up to 10 million tonnes of freight traffic on the new route.
‘Railway motorway’ rail vehicles transporting lorries are expected to account for up to 10 million tonnes of freight traffic on the new route.
 The new 300km/h Beijing-Tianjin Railway will use Siemens CRH 3 high-speed trains based on technology first used in German Railway’s ICE 3s.
The new 300km/h Beijing-Tianjin Railway will use Siemens CRH 3 high-speed trains based on technology first used in German Railway’s ICE 3s.
The new CRH 3 trains will be closely based on the Velaro units which entered service in Spain in 2006.
The new CRH 3 trains will be closely based on the Velaro units which entered service in Spain in 2006.
 Inside the cab of a Siemens Velaro unit on which the new trains for China’s first high-speed line will be based.
Inside the cab of a Siemens Velaro unit on which the new trains for China’s first high-speed line will be based.
 The Velaro’s feature a clean and spacious passenger cabin layout. The CRH 3 trains for the Beijing-Tianjin line will seat 600 passengers.
The Velaro’s feature a clean and spacious passenger cabin layout. The CRH 3 trains for the Beijing-Tianjin line will seat 600 passengers.
High speed trains will operate on the Eastern branch of the TGV Rhine-Rhone, including the TGV Duplex units.
High speed trains will operate on the Eastern branch of the TGV Rhine-Rhone, including the TGV Duplex units.
 TGV Rhine-Rhone will enable massive reductions in journey times between major European cities in Germany, France, and Spain.
TGV Rhine-Rhone will enable massive reductions in journey times between major European cities in Germany, France, and Spain.
 In total, 160 bridges and 12 viaducts will be built on the 140km alignment of TGV Rhine-Rhone.
In total, 160 bridges and 12 viaducts will be built on the 140km alignment of TGV Rhine-Rhone.
Around 40% of the new route will be in forests. Areas of population will get noise reduction barriers.
Around 40% of the new route will be in forests. Areas of population will get noise reduction barriers.
 The eastern branch is the first of three lines that make up TGV Rhine-Rhone.
The eastern branch is the first of three lines that make up TGV Rhine-Rhone.
 CAF has been contracted to construct ten new high speed trains for the Ankara-Istanbul project with a maximum speed of 250km/h.
CAF has been contracted to construct ten new high speed trains for the Ankara-Istanbul project with a maximum speed of 250km/h.
The new trains will feature air-conditioning, like all other modern high-speed sets.
The new trains will feature air-conditioning, like all other modern high-speed sets.
 Whilst other high-speed railways operate at 300km/h, including in Germany, the trains can also run on conventional lines. The Turkish high speed line will have a maximum operational speed of 250km/h.
Whilst other high-speed railways operate at 300km/h, including in Germany, the trains can also run on conventional lines. The Turkish high speed line will have a maximum operational speed of 250km/h.
 Overhead electric wires will supply 25kV AC power to the new trains between Istanbul and Ankara.
Overhead electric wires will supply 25kV AC power to the new trains between Istanbul and Ankara.
A second line is being added to the Korea Train Express network.
A second line is being added to the Korea Train Express network.
 The first section of the route will share tracks with the Seoul-Busan high-speed services.
The first section of the route will share tracks with the Seoul-Busan high-speed services.
 A total of 230km of new railway will be built to reach the port city of Mokpo.
A total of 230km of new railway will be built to reach the port city of Mokpo.
A new high-speed train – the HSL-350X – is being developed in Korea to run alongside the Alstom built TGV style units on the Seoul-Busan line.
A new high-speed train – the HSL-350X – is being developed in Korea to run alongside the Alstom built TGV style units on the Seoul-Busan line.
 The roof of the classic St Pancras station has been extended for its new international and domestic role.
The roof of the classic St Pancras station has been extended for its new international and domestic role.
 Direct Eurostar services to Paris and Brussels now use the main train shed at St Pancras International.
Direct Eurostar services to Paris and Brussels now use the main train shed at St Pancras International.
The track layout at the entrance to St Pancras has been remodelled to allow it to curve over the East Coast Main Line.
The track layout at the entrance to St Pancras has been remodelled to allow it to curve over the East Coast Main Line.
 Ebbsfleet International is a new intermediate station serving the Thames Gateway commercial regeneration area.
Ebbsfleet International is a new intermediate station serving the Thames Gateway commercial regeneration area.
 Engineers have completely reconstructed the interior of St Pancras station with new platforms, and renovated the arched 1868 Barlow roof.
Engineers have completely reconstructed the interior of St Pancras station with new platforms, and renovated the arched 1868 Barlow roof.
The sweeping viaduct over the River Medway in Kent is one of most impressive structures on the new high-speed line.
The sweeping viaduct over the River Medway in Kent is one of most impressive structures on the new high-speed line.
 Park and ride facilities are a valuable means of persuading North Kent passengers to use High Speed 1 for both international and domestic services.
Park and ride facilities are a valuable means of persuading North Kent passengers to use High Speed 1 for both international and domestic services.
 Journey times from the UK to mainland Europe have been slashed.
Journey times from the UK to mainland Europe have been slashed.
From 2009, Ebbsfleet International will add domestic 140mph (225km/h) 'Javelin' services to those by international Eurostars on HS1.
From 2009, Ebbsfleet International will add domestic 140mph (225km/h) 'Javelin' services to those by international Eurostars on HS1.
 The new low-level platforms at St Pancras are part of the extensive rail interchange adjoining or very close to the HS1 Eurostar terminus area.
The new low-level platforms at St Pancras are part of the extensive rail interchange adjoining or very close to the HS1 Eurostar terminus area.
 Within weeks of St Pancras becoming the London HS1 terminus, passenger bookings were showing substantial increases over past levels.
Within weeks of St Pancras becoming the London HS1 terminus, passenger bookings were showing substantial increases over past levels.
UK's fastest trains: Eurostar (right) mainly uses dedicated high-speed lines, unlike the Class 390 on the WCML.
UK's fastest trains: Eurostar (right) mainly uses dedicated high-speed lines, unlike the Class 390 on the WCML.
 WCML high-speed services are entirely operated by Class 390 Pendolinos.
WCML high-speed services are entirely operated by Class 390 Pendolinos.
 As at Birmingham International with adjacent airport and National Exhibition Centre, the business market is important for Virgin Pendolinos.
As at Birmingham International with adjacent airport and National Exhibition Centre, the business market is important for Virgin Pendolinos.
Originating from SIG/Fiat, a Class 390 tilting bogie.
Originating from SIG/Fiat, a Class 390 tilting bogie.
 Dellner coupler-fitted Virgin Class 57 for Pendolino and Voyager haulage.
Dellner coupler-fitted Virgin Class 57 for Pendolino and Voyager haulage.
 Subject to funding and platform lengthening, Pendolino capacity may be increased with extra coaches.
Subject to funding and platform lengthening, Pendolino capacity may be increased with extra coaches.
Pendolino competition with airlines is at its fiercest on the 400-mile London-Glasgow (pictured) route.
Pendolino competition with airlines is at its fiercest on the 400-mile London-Glasgow (pictured) route.
 Liverpool is one of many destinations due for accelerated WCML services.
Liverpool is one of many destinations due for accelerated WCML services.
 The top speed is set to rise from 180km/h to 220km/h as work is progressed on upgrading the entire line for higher speeds.
The top speed is set to rise from 180km/h to 220km/h as work is progressed on upgrading the entire line for higher speeds.
The Alfa Pendular's aerodynamic front end is designed by Giugiaro.
The Alfa Pendular's aerodynamic front end is designed by Giugiaro.
 Bodyshells under construction at Fiat's Savigliano factory.
Bodyshells under construction at Fiat's Savigliano factory.
 The ergonomic cab features a 'wrap-around' driver's instrument display.
The ergonomic cab features a 'wrap-around' driver's instrument display.
Luggage racks are provided at each carriage end.
Luggage racks are provided at each carriage end.
 A view showing the video screens which transmit in-journey information and entertainment.
A view showing the video screens which transmit in-journey information and entertainment.
 Bogies are interchangeable between motor and trailer vehicles.
Bogies are interchangeable between motor and trailer vehicles.
An integral fold-out lift can help passengers with access to wheelchair spaces.
An integral fold-out lift can help passengers with access to wheelchair spaces.
 The Arlanda link comprises 20 kilometres of double-track railway.
The Arlanda link comprises 20 kilometres of double-track railway.
 Seven new four-car electric multiple units have been built by Alstom.
Seven new four-car electric multiple units have been built by Alstom.
Arlanda Express opened in time for the new millennium.
Arlanda Express opened in time for the new millennium.
 Spacious interiors and colourful designs along with wide windows allow for luxurious travel.
Spacious interiors and colourful designs along with wide windows allow for luxurious travel.
 CAD image of the proposed upgrading of part of Stockholm Central station.
CAD image of the proposed upgrading of part of Stockholm Central station.
The airport station will be utilised by both SJ and airport train services.
The airport station will be utilised by both SJ and airport train services.
 EMU's built by Alstom are currently involved in track trials.
EMU's built by Alstom are currently involved in track trials.
 The first route chosen for modernisation was that between the capital, Madrid, and Seville.
The first route chosen for modernisation was that between the capital, Madrid, and Seville.
The trains comprise two power cars, with three first class and four turista (standard) class trailers, and a bar/buffet vehicle, and accommodate a total of 325 passengers.
The trains comprise two power cars, with three first class and four turista (standard) class trailers, and a bar/buffet vehicle, and accommodate a total of 325 passengers.
 The AVE trainsets are made in France with some Spanish components. It derives directly from the French TGV.
The AVE trainsets are made in France with some Spanish components. It derives directly from the French TGV.
 1st class accommodations onboard the AVE TGV.
1st class accommodations onboard the AVE TGV.
The Ave trainset boasts modern technology including the latest doors.
The Ave trainset boasts modern technology including the latest doors.
 German technology is at the heart of the operational control system. A cab signalling system is coupled with a continuous speed control facility.
German technology is at the heart of the operational control system. A cab signalling system is coupled with a continuous speed control facility.
 A 25kV 50Hz traction power supply substation for the Madrid-Seville high speed line.
A 25kV 50Hz traction power supply substation for the Madrid-Seville high speed line.
Talgo variable gauge power car for services running between 1,435mm and 1,668mm networks.
Talgo variable gauge power car for services running between 1,435mm and 1,668mm networks.
 A map showing the Bejing-Shanghai high speed route.
A map showing the Bejing-Shanghai high speed route.
 Construction of a dedicated high-speed Beijing-Shanghai line will alleviate conflicts with slower freight traffic.
Construction of a dedicated high-speed Beijing-Shanghai line will alleviate conflicts with slower freight traffic.
A machine for assembling pre-stressed concrete bridge segments, developed by Chinese engineers, and expected to be used on the Beijing-Shanghai route.
A machine for assembling pre-stressed concrete bridge segments, developed by Chinese engineers, and expected to be used on the Beijing-Shanghai route.
 The prototype high-speed locomotive developed for Chinese Railways.
The prototype high-speed locomotive developed for Chinese Railways.
 The rake of coaching stock assembled for high-speed testing shown during trials.
The rake of coaching stock assembled for high-speed testing shown during trials.
Sweden's X2000 train has been the model for some of the new Chinese high-speed train technology.
Sweden's X2000 train has been the model for some of the new Chinese high-speed train technology.
 Chinese Railways' prototype high-speed train power car has undergone extensive tests.
Chinese Railways' prototype high-speed train power car has undergone extensive tests.
 The Route 99 corridor and extension alternatives.
The Route 99 corridor and extension alternatives.
The latest variant of the Siemens high-speed train.
The latest variant of the Siemens high-speed train.
 An Alstom TGV for Korea.
An Alstom TGV for Korea.
 Viaducts will be incorporated into the new line to keep the gradient profile as flat as possible.
Viaducts will be incorporated into the new line to keep the gradient profile as flat as possible.
A Siemens built Velaro high-speed train for service in Spain, on which the future trains of the California high-speed line may be partially based.
A Siemens built Velaro high-speed train for service in Spain, on which the future trains of the California high-speed line may be partially based.
 A tradition of high-speed operation on the ECML has been encouraged by long sections of straight track and gentle gradients.
A tradition of high-speed operation on the ECML has been encouraged by long sections of straight track and gentle gradients.
 Edinburgh is the northern end of the ECML, although the long-distance franchise operator has services west and north from the Scottish capital.
Edinburgh is the northern end of the ECML, although the long-distance franchise operator has services west and north from the Scottish capital.
An important interchange, Network Rail-managed Leeds station has been radically remodelled. A marked growth in passenger numbers is forecast to continue.
An important interchange, Network Rail-managed Leeds station has been radically remodelled. A marked growth in passenger numbers is forecast to continue.
 After years of decline, freight has recovered on the southern ECML section, also heavily used by First Capital Connect services south of Peterborough.
After years of decline, freight has recovered on the southern ECML section, also heavily used by First Capital Connect services south of Peterborough.
 Extra platform faces scheduled for Peterborough will help alleviate conflicting movements at this busy station.
Extra platform faces scheduled for Peterborough will help alleviate conflicting movements at this busy station.
The King's Cross improvement project will run up to 2013. This southern concourse in front of Cubitt's façade will be replaced by a larger one to the west.
The King's Cross improvement project will run up to 2013. This southern concourse in front of Cubitt's façade will be replaced by a larger one to the west.
 National Express East Coast will inherit GNER HST and Class 91/Mark 4 trains pending replacement under the Intercity Express Programme from 2012.
National Express East Coast will inherit GNER HST and Class 91/Mark 4 trains pending replacement under the Intercity Express Programme from 2012.
 Hull Trains Class 222 (seen at Biggleswade) is joined on the East Coast by another open access operator, Grand Central, from 2008.
Hull Trains Class 222 (seen at Biggleswade) is joined on the East Coast by another open access operator, Grand Central, from 2008.
Grand Central is planning to start its new Sunderland-London service from the beginning of 2008 with newly-refurbished High Speed Train sets.
Grand Central is planning to start its new Sunderland-London service from the beginning of 2008 with newly-refurbished High Speed Train sets.
 Pendolino trains are being marketed as the flagship of an integrated rail network, bringing with them improvements in services on secondary routes.
Pendolino trains are being marketed as the flagship of an integrated rail network, bringing with them improvements in services on secondary routes.
 The Pendolino S 220 trainset.
The Pendolino S 220 trainset.
Interior arrangements of the Pendolino S 220 trainset.
Interior arrangements of the Pendolino S 220 trainset.
 Pendolino S 220 trainset composition.
Pendolino S 220 trainset composition.
 The Pendolino S220 represents the third generation of the Italian-designed and developed variant of tilting train.
The Pendolino S220 represents the third generation of the Italian-designed and developed variant of tilting train.
The high speed network offers some of Finland's finest views.
The high speed network offers some of Finland's finest views.
 A power car being fitted out at Oy Transtech's plant in Oulu.
A power car being fitted out at Oy Transtech's plant in Oulu.
 The Fiat-Parizzi traction motor.
The Fiat-Parizzi traction motor.
Intermediate coaches under construction at Fiat's plant in Savigliano.
Intermediate coaches under construction at Fiat's plant in Savigliano.
 The Pendolino S 220 trainset carrying bogie.
The Pendolino S 220 trainset carrying bogie.
 The Frankfurt-Cologne line is seen as the third vital link in Germany's ICE network, after the Nuremburg-Hannover, and Hannover-Berlin routes.
The Frankfurt-Cologne line is seen as the third vital link in Germany's ICE network, after the Nuremburg-Hannover, and Hannover-Berlin routes.
Work on the new interchange station at Frankfurt Airport.
Work on the new interchange station at Frankfurt Airport.
 Work on the Limburg Tunnel, one of the toughest sections of the new route.
Work on the Limburg Tunnel, one of the toughest sections of the new route.
 The forerunner of the latest ICE developments - an ICE-2 unit (right).
The forerunner of the latest ICE developments - an ICE-2 unit (right).
ICE-3 units on display.
ICE-3 units on display.
 Passengers even have a dramatic forward view from the ICE-3's leading coach.
Passengers even have a dramatic forward view from the ICE-3's leading coach.
 In-cab video displays shows drivers information on the train's progress.
In-cab video displays shows drivers information on the train's progress.
The futuristic, aerodynamic ICE-3 units.
The futuristic, aerodynamic ICE-3 units.
 Coupled pairs of ICE3 sets can carry over 800 passengers between Köln Hbf to Frankfurt Airport in under an hour.
Coupled pairs of ICE3 sets can carry over 800 passengers between Köln Hbf to Frankfurt Airport in under an hour.
 The new line and Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbahnhof were built between the autobahn and the airport.
The new line and Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbahnhof were built between the autobahn and the airport.
Not on the Neubaustrecke itself, the Köln/Bonn Airport station is considered part of the project.
Not on the Neubaustrecke itself, the Köln/Bonn Airport station is considered part of the project.
 ICE services from the north and west feed onto the Neubaustrecke south of Köln.
ICE services from the north and west feed onto the Neubaustrecke south of Köln.
 Norway's busiest station, Oslo Sentralstasjon, is the city terminus for Flytoget non-stop services from Gardermoen Airport.
Norway's busiest station, Oslo Sentralstasjon, is the city terminus for Flytoget non-stop services from Gardermoen Airport.
Single and two three (to be increased to four) car formations of dedicated BM71 stock operate Flytoget services.
Single and two three (to be increased to four) car formations of dedicated BM71 stock operate Flytoget services.
 Ten minutes slower and less expensive, NSB services like this one from Oslo to Lillehammer provide competition with Flytoget for Gardermoen business.
Ten minutes slower and less expensive, NSB services like this one from Oslo to Lillehammer provide competition with Flytoget for Gardermoen business.
 Alternate Flytoget services call at the junction and interchange station at Lillestrøm.
Alternate Flytoget services call at the junction and interchange station at Lillestrøm.
The Oslo S-Lillestrøm section is Norway's busiest main line, handling suburban, regional and intercity traffic as well as Flytoget.
The Oslo S-Lillestrøm section is Norway's busiest main line, handling suburban, regional and intercity traffic as well as Flytoget.
 Flytoget's BM71 (right) and NSB's initially troublesome four-car tilt-equipped BM73 EMUs (left) were both built by Adtranz Strømmen.
Flytoget's BM71 (right) and NSB's initially troublesome four-car tilt-equipped BM73 EMUs (left) were both built by Adtranz Strømmen.
 Alternate services proceed west from Oslo S to serve the city centre with limited stops to current western Flytoget terminus at Asker.
Alternate services proceed west from Oslo S to serve the city centre with limited stops to current western Flytoget terminus at Asker.
For onward travel in the city, tram services and the central bus station are immediately outside Oslo S, plus an adjoining T-bane (metro) station.
For onward travel in the city, tram services and the central bus station are immediately outside Oslo S, plus an adjoining T-bane (metro) station.
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