Norway: AI cameras to tackle rail crossing accidents

Every year, just under 700 incidents occur at level crossings in Norway. In response, the state-owned rail agency Bane NOR is using state-of-the-art electronic surveillance at 39 of…

Gotthard repaired: first trains cross world’s longest rail tunnel after accident

The longest railway tunnel in the world, Switzerland’s Gotthard Base Tunnel, is close to being fully reopened. This week, officials routed trains through the repaired western tunnel as…

Sydney Metro City line finally opens

After weeks of delays, the new City section of Sydney Metro opened to much fanfare on Monday morning, marking the first time a new underground train line has…

One day after resolution, a new strike hits Britain

Incredulous passengers could hardly believe their ears. The two-year strike on Britain’s railways is almost over. However, less than a day after a deal was finally found, a…