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How China builds high-speed rail for less
Oct 9, 2014 · China has built the world's largest high-speed rail network in less than a decade and construction costs for high-speed lines are now as much as a third lower than in other …
New alloy improves rail performance in tough conditions
Aug 12, 2024 · Evraz North America has developed a patented rail alloy which is designed to improve performance in areas ranging from shallow curves in arid climates to severe curves …
Transnet invests in heavy-haul capacity - International Railway …
Sep 18, 2024 · Despite the economic downturn, international demand for South African coal and iron-ore remains strong and is set to grow rapidly in the coming years. Keith Barrow looks at …
All Aboard Florida: a new approach for US passenger rail
Jun 20, 2024 · The first private-sector investment in inter-city passenger rail in the United States for well over half a century is underway, with the first trains scheduled to enter service in mid …
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Traction choices: overhead ac vs third rail dc
Mar 8, 2024 · With third rail dc and overhead ac traction offering numerous advantages and disadvantages, prospective rapid transit operators should carefully consider the type of …
Hitachi makes big statement with Thales acquisition
Aug 17, 2024 · HITACHI Rail has come a long way since bursting into the European market in 2004. That initial order for 30 six-car Javelin EMUs based on Shinkansen technology for …
Split-frame bogies overcome the break of gauge
Oct 8, 2024 · A particularly challenging aspect of this project was obtaining authorisation to place the new Golden Pass Express fleet into service and approval for the new infrastructure. …