The government says the Rolling Stock Procurement Pipeline will address the nation’s fragmented approach to rail.
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ARENA backs battery-operated freight train
ARENA is providing $9.4m to develop and trial a battery to power a diesel-electric locomotive.
Metro Trains Melbourne scoop rail industry awards
Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM) has been recognised for excellence in safety, customer service, passenger operations and innovation.
National Rail Advocate appointed to drive local manufacture
The federal government has appointed a National Rail Manufacturing Advocate.
Financing faster rail networks
The government is mulling value capture to help pay for faster rail networks.
Trackless tram proposed for smart corridor to airport
Plans have been unveiled for a trackless tram between Liverpool and the Western Sydney Airport.
Mind the gap: Melbourne looks for transport fix as pressure mounts
As Melbourne explores various options to meet unprecedented demand for public transport, leading experts point to road pricing and improved traffic signaling as key solutions.
Freight investment turns on government regulation: CEO
Industry calls on government to encourage private freight investment by streamlining regulation and to make greater use of rail.
Budget: transport infrastructure spend needs ‘smart ideas’
The Commonwealth should link its budget’s infrastructure investment to its innovation agenda to ensure new technologies are used to reduce construction and maintenance costs, analysts say.
Government advisor lists $55 billion in infrastructure projects
Landmark metro systems in Brisbane and Sydney, Victoria’s M80 upgrade and NSW’s WestConnex are among the “high priority” projects approved by Infrastructure Australia.