DfT appointments: who are the new UK transport ministers?
The Labour Party secured a landslide victory in the UK general election last week in the early hours of Friday…
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Peter Nilson
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Peter Nilson is the editor of Future Rail, Airport Industry Review, and Ship Technology Global. He was previously the editor of the Just Food and Just Drinks digital magazines. He enjoys long walks on the beach and talking about the weather.
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Who is the new Secretary for Transport Louise Haigh?
In the early hours of the morning on Friday 5 July, it was confirmed The Labour Party had won the…
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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…
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UK general election: what do the party manifestos mean for rail?
The UK will be going to the polls on 4 July, after Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called a general election…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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The top 10 highest altitude railways
At high altitudes, snow, cold, wind, and harsh weather conditions make the construction and maintenance of railways an expensive challenge.…
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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),…
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Taking charge: Future Rail 106 is out now
Issue 106 of Future Rail is out now! Not only does electrification help decarbonise rail, but it also has the potential to…