Labour’s railway renationalisation should be directed at ROSCOs
The King’s Speech at the State Opening of Parliament has signalled a significant shift in Britain’s railway sector, with Labour’s…
17 Jul 2024
The return of the rusty railway?
Some of the railway sector’s most important components are made of steel, including gantries, platforms, and overhead signalling systems – even down to the intricate nuts and bolts used to…
08 Jul 2024
Boosting train Wi-Fi will boost the rural economy
Rail travel has seen a decline in recent years, partly down to the rise in remote working, but also arguably due to the lack of train Wi-Fi connectivity required for…
03 Jun 2024
Using satellite-based monitoring for railway infrastructure management
The Chief Executive of Network Rail, Andrew Haines, recently stated that climate change presents “the biggest challenge” facing British railways today and in the near future. The rail infrastructure owner…
06 May 2024
Connectivity is key for the long-term success of US passenger rail
Two years ago, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law authorised the investment of more than one trillion dollars in federal spending on transportation, broadband access, clean water, and electrical grid improvements in…
22 Apr 2024
Navigating cybersecurity challenges in the transport industry
The transport industry is the backbone of global commerce but is not often thought of as the most innovative industry. When people think of transport, they still often think of…
18 Mar 2024
Replacing diesel generators for off-grid power with solar power
The UK’s rail sector continues to see record levels of investment. Last October, the Office of Road and Rail (ORR), the independent regulator that oversees Network Rail's activity, confirmed that…