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Good morning everyone and a Happy New Year to you all. I hope you had a relaxing break and feel reinvigorated for 2024. I noticed a lot of conversation in my network around High-Speed Rail over the break and came across one interesting article in particular around the benefits of open competition in the space (see below) regarding driving significant growth in usage in the sector. I am sure I am not the only Sydneysider who would love to see an alternative route to Melbourne or Brisbane that doesn't involve airport delays, cramped seating, and getting into town from Tullamarine, etc. High-Speed rail offers a multitude of advantages that align with national government goals for sustainable development, attracting investment, improved connectivity, and enhanced economic competitiveness and growth. Perhaps time for a federal lead drive toward actually investing in this technology, and breaking the stranglehold the airlines have on these routes. #highspeedrail #railinfrastructure #railinnovation #weknowpeople https://lnkd.in/gCg8BMRN

Two weeks ago, the Council of the European Union finally adopted the revised #TEN_T regulation, following the endorsement by the European Parliament in late April. The #ScandriaAlliance welcomes this final adoption. Our members had closely followed the revision process, focussing on #UrbanNodes, #multimodality and #CrossBorderRail. It will now be crucial to involve cities and regions in implementing the new regulation! #ConnectingEurope | #SustainableTransport | European Commission | Ministerium für Infrastruktur und Landesplanung des Landes Brandenburg | Senatsverwaltung für Mobilität, Verkehr, Klimaschutz und Umwelt | Kvarken Council EGTC | North Sweden European Office | Uudenmaan liitto | Helsinki EU Office | Turun kaupunki - Åbo stad - City of Turku | Turku-Southwest Finland European Office | Varsinais-Suomen liitto - Regional Council of Southwest Finland | Eastern Norway County Network | Oslo Region European Office | Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg | Hanse-Office | Technische Hochschule Wildau | BVL - Bundesvereinigung Logistik | CNA e.V. | Think Tank for Transport & Logistics | Logistics Initiative Hamburg | Port of Hamburg | Logistik Initiative Bayern | Unioncamere del Veneto - Eurosportello Veneto | OPEN ENLoCC

🚄 Exciting Developments in High-Speed Rail Travel! 🌍 Just read in the news, the latest from Getlink, the Eurotunnel owner.. Anticipating significant expansion - exciting times. Sounds like a very sensible solution to some existing wider ranging travel challenges.. Overview: 🌐 New Routes: London to Cologne, Frankfurt, Geneva, Zurich within 5 years. 🚄 Capacity Boost: Doubling UK rail links to Europe. 🌟 Competition & Operators: Interest from Evolyn (Spain) and Heuro (Netherlands). Ongoing talks with multiple players entering the market. ✈️ Passenger Focus: Aim to capture 30-40% of airline traffic on German & Swiss routes. Potential for lower fares with increased competition. 🚛 Freight Services Expansion: Urging UK govt to allocate savings to upgrade Folkestone-Wembley line. £50M investment could reduce road congestion, improve resilience, and reinforce logistics chains. 🔍 Key Advancements: Unprecedented appetite and demand from new entrants. Infrastructure work sparks interest, fueling competition. 🌐 Future of Rail Connectivity: More routes, increased competition, and enhanced services ahead. A pivotal moment for UK-continental Europe rail travel. Stay tuned for the exciting developments! 🚆🌟 #RailTravel #Infrastructure #HighSpeedRail #EurotunnelExpansion #ConnectivityInMotion

Solidarity Transport Hub (STH) in Poland🇵🇱: The Key to the Future of Aviation and Transport 🛫 The Solidarity Transport Hub (STH) is not just a project set to revolutionize Poland's transport system, but also aims to position the country as a significant communication node in Central and Eastern Europe. Located between Warsaw and Łódź, the STH integrates air, rail, and road transport, marking it as one of the most crucial infrastructural initiatives in Poland. A few key details about STH: Upon its launch, the STH is expected to handle approximately 45 million passengers annually. In the long term, after further expansions and optimizations, the projected capacity could rise to as many as 100 million passengers per year. This vision would rank STH amongst the largest airports globally, inevitably turning Poland into a pivotal transit point for many traveling across Europe. According to the latest updates, the airport construction is anticipated to conclude by 2028, whereas the associated rail infrastructure development will continue until 2035. Such capacity not only signifies the ability to accommodate a larger number of passengers but also paves the way for new air routes, a broader spectrum of airlines operating in Poland, and enhancing the country's appeal for tourism and business. In an era of globalization and the increasing demand for swift international connections, the STH represents a significant step forward in Poland's transport infrastructure development, playing a pivotal role in the nation's economic growth. 📹Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (YT) 🌎 Do you like it? Follow me and Hit 🔔 Ring on my profile for more content about #civilengineering #geotechnicalengineering #realestate #construction #vinylsheetpiles #geosynthetics

Missed the last train?! Don't worry, we've all been there - life can sometimes throw a curveball and cause us to miss out on opportunities. But guess what? The next train is just around the corner, and this time, it's heading straight to the heart of innovation and connectivity! Mark your calendars for Asia Pacific Rail in Bangkok, Thailand, on 29th-30th May 2024. Whether you're a seasoned rail operator, a visionary rail authority, or a cutting-edge solution provider in the global rail ecosystem, this event is your golden ticket to unlock a world of possibilities. From groundbreaking technologies to forward-thinking strategies, Asia Pacific Rail promises to be an unmissable opportunity to stay on the pulse of innovation. Secure your spot today and become part of a transformative rail experience that will shape the future of transportation. See you at Asia Pacific Rail 2024 – where rails meet innovation and opportunities abound. Let's make sure you don't miss this ride. #railevent #railway #opportunities

A consortium of companies has announced plans to launch a high-speed train service to rival Eurostar using the Channel Tunnel. The new service between Paris and London could start in 2025 under the name "Evolyn". Eurostar, currently the only company to offer this service, is a 55 percent subsidiary of French national railway operator SNCF. A spokesman for the Getlink group, which operates the tunnel under the Channel, says the company "has always had the ambition to have more high-speed traffic through the tunnel, whether incumbents or new entrants". Renfe, the Spanish national rail operator, had indicated in 2021 its aim to launch a high-speed train between Paris and London. And Getlink said last year it planned to buy high-speed trains to lease to rail companies interested in competing with Eurostar. Renfe is already operating a direct train between Barcelona and Lyon. The high-speed line between Paris and London allows connections between the capitals in two hours and 15 minutes through the Channel Tunnel. Presumably, with a rival company offering service, prices will come down. europeanamericantravel.com

Fantastic turnout for the Rail Partners Open Access Summit today, focused on unlocking the benefits of open access across Britain’s network. Open access operations make use of available capacity on our railways to deliver additional passenger services, through track access agreements, at full commercial risk to the operator. Independent research for Rail Partners shows ‘on-rail’ competition, including through open access can deliver substantial benefits, from greater choice, to increased services, lower fares and more innovation. There’s more information on the summit in our news release here: https://lnkd.in/ezi9WxX4 For more on the benefits of open access, see section 3 of our Track to Growth report https://lnkd.in/esUPurdT Office of Rail and Road (ORR), Arriva Group,Transport UK Group, MTR Corporation Limited 香港鐵路有限公司, Trenitalia, FirstGroup plc, Angel Trains, Network Rail, Great British Railways Transition Team (GBRTT) , Huw Merriman , Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom, Lumo, Hull Trains, Grand Central Rail

Momentarily knocked sideways by being the wrong colour, gender and age, I should point out that MEMRAP as a volunteer group is entirely open to diversity - but choice in central Derbyshire is limited. A recent warm welcome to our first active female project team member is already promising to lift performance. Our "pitch" includes alleviation of Transport Related Social Exclusion (success bringing a likely further source of diversity). In this context, Network Rail has advised that a Peaks and Dales Line reinstatement would provide relief to the WCML congestion arising from recent developments. To this forum the question is: Should a returning St Pancras to Manchester service (via Leicester and Derby) be TOC or Open operated?

Huge congratulations to Getlink for celebrating 30 years! Bring Back Euro Trains applauds its commitment to providing effective, eco-friendly solutions to mobility and transport issues. Over the years, Getlink has positioned itself as a trailblazer and key actor in the rail transport industry. To continue to champion our environment, we need more bold initiatives, as proposed by Yann Leriche, which focus on doubling direct high-speed services. Direct trains should especially be prioritised, as they emit significantly less carbon dioxide than non-direct train journeys. Before March 2020, passengers from Kent were able to take a direct train from Ashford and Ebbsfleet stations into Europe, a service which was abruptly stopped due to Coronavirus. Three years later, this service has yet to resume, to the detriment of Kent’s economy and environment, and other residents from regions nearby who used to benefit from it. Bring Back Euro Trains exists to support the return of cross-channel trains to the Kent stations it used to serve. We invite Getlink to support the expansion of its proposed London to continental Europe services to call at Ashford and Ebbsfleet International Stations. This would not only benefit Kent residents and business owners who especially moved to the area for the attractive European connection, but also residents in other regions who preferred to stop at Ashford station to get a train into Europe. The future of rail is green. We welcome future initiatives which will take this reinstatement into consideration for the good of the environment and more seamless connectivity between post-Brexit Great Britain and Europe. #international #rail #transportation #sustainability #sustainabletransport #ecofriendly #travel #sncf

𝗟𝘂𝘅𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗴 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲! As early supporters of the Luxembourg Rail Protocol, the Alpha Trains Group is delighted that it has finally entered into force. This is a significant milestone for the global rail industry. (photo: Informal meeting of the Railworking Group at the Innotrans 2022 hosted by the Alpha Trains Group) The Luxembourg Rail Protocol enhances legal certainty offering rolling stock lessors, lenders and investors a robust legal framework that mitigates risks, and increases the security of their investments. With its international registry, rights and interests in rolling stock will be recognised and protected across borders, giving us a stronger foundation for global operations. The positive impact of the Luxembourg Rail Protocol on financing costs, asset recovery processes and investor and lessor confidence is an important step forward in making rail transport an even more attractive and sustainable option for the future. We look forward to reaping the benefit of it under our futures financing transactions. #LuxembourgRailProtocol #RailIndustry #RollingStockLeasing #SustainableTransport #GlobalRail  Howard Rosen CBE Laetitia Vauchez Simon Härle