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Behind the scenes: Spain’s high-speed railway

By Joe Baker

Currently the longest high-speed rail network in Europe, the 3,240km Alta Velocidad Española...

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Behind the scenes: Spain’s high-speed railway

Currently the longest high-speed rail network in Europe, the 3,240km Alta Velocidad Española (AVE) rail network is setting an example for other countries to follow. This article takes a closer look at one section of the AVE line to find out how this prestigious railway is run and maintained, and how the expertise gained has helped inform other high-speed rail projects.

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