Engineering is at the heart of the news today... and what an engineering project HS2 will be... but there's a long way to go, and an election in 2015 may yet change the picture again....
Crossrail, though, is moving forward.. And in a recent press release...." The challenge Crossrail has posed is aimed at young women aged 16 to 19, and asks them to come up with innovative and compelling ways to attract more women to the industry"....
In China, an engineering feat to applaud...."With altitudes of up to 3,607.4 meters, the 16.3-km-long tunnel passes through the Qilian Mountains with two sections and a bridge. It began construction in 2009.The tunnel's complete joining means the most difficult part for the Lanxin high-speed railway has been solved".
So, engineers....take a bow.... and inspire others to follow in your footsteps!!
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What do the Hybrid Bill Committee think of HS2?(StopHS2)
Tube strike: Talks to avert next strike to be held.(BBC News)
Doncaster could house new HS2 rail training academy.(The Star)
www.crossrail.co.uk
PRESS RELEASE
Young women to come up with innovative ways to bridge gender divide
Crossrail is looking for innovative ways to bridge the gender divide in the engineering and construction industries with the launch of a new competition.
The challenge Crossrail has posed is aimed at young women aged 16 to 19, and asks them to come up with innovative and compelling ways to attract more women to the industry.
While almost a third (29%) of jobs at Crossrail Ltd are filled by women - compared to that of just 20% of job roles across the UK construction industry – the project wants to explore ways to leave a lasting legacy to the sector.
From the entries, 30 will be selected and to take part in a skills training and speed-networking sessions with some of the UK’s leading women in the engineering and construction. They will also be taken on site for a Crossrail tour.
The top five winners will also get a mentor for a year that will provide virtual support and advice. The winners’ day takes place on National Women in Engineering Day on Monday 23 June 2014 at Crossrail’s Canary Wharf offices.
Crossrail is Europe’s largest infrastructure project and wants to boost the representation of women working in construction, particularly in engineering roles. The UK has the lowest representation of women engineers of any European country, making up just 8.5% of the workforce.
Ailie MacAdam, Crossrail’s Central Section Director said: “Attracting young women into the sector is key to the industry’s future. We’re in a unique position where we can speak to industry and talk about ways in which we can make engineering and construction a valid option as a career path. There is no quick fix to this issue; but we want to make inroads into the matter so we can ensure the UK has a thriving skilled workforce from all backgrounds.”
William Akerman, MD and Founder, MyKindaCrowd said: “Getting more young woman engaged and attracted to engineering and construction is vital for the future of the industry. The industry needs to work hard to encourage young engineers of the future and create an equal work force. It is great that Crossrail is setting this challenge and showing young people that engineering is an exciting and valued career option.”
The unprecedented demand for new skills will result in more than 1.8 million engineer jobs opening by 2020. To meet this demand, the UK needs to double the number of people with engineering qualifications.
Finalised ideas can be sent by visiting www.mykindacrowd.com/
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The Managing Board and the Supervisory Board of Siemens decided on Tuesday to make an offer to Alstom. The prerequisite for this offer is, that Alstom agrees to give Siemens access to the company's data room and permission to interview the Management during a period of four weeks, to enable Siemens to carry out a suitable due diligence. A letter in this regard was submitted this afternoon to the French company. No further comments will be made at this time. PANYNJ: New Jersey Gov. Christie nominates Degnan as chairman; Sen. Schumer proposes reforms
BNSF budgets $1 billion for key Northern Corridor capital projects
Freight-movement roundtable addressed federal transportation program needs
Connecticut creates fund to encourage transit-oriented developments
North American rail traffic registered gains in April's last full week
CP, KCS elect new chairmen
Metra, UP, BNSF install devices to detect severe weather conditions
Far East
High-speed train to link Istanbul to Turkish capital.(World Bulletin)
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Future Rail n
The UK saw a 150% increase in the number of journeys using disabled persons rail cards over the past ten years, but many stations remain unusable for people with severe disabilities. We ask the UK Minister of State for Transport Baroness Kramer what is being done to improve disabled access at new and existing stations.
www.railway-technology.com
Cambrian Coast railway line services to Barmouth and Harlech reopened
Total Rail
Infographic: A brief history of British train travel.
Revisiting This Day In The Past.
01/05/1971
Amtrak begins operations of most intercity passenger train service in the United States
01/05/1979
The Jubilee Line on the London Underground opens between Stanmore and Charing Cross.
Baker Street
01/05/1928
The A1 class locomotive number 4472, "Flying Scotsman" was used to haul the inaugural train from London on 1 May 1928, and it successfully ran the 392 miles between Edinburgh and London without stopping, a record at the time for a scheduled service.
"Flying Scotsman" at Newton Abbot May 2000.
(C) Maureen Arnold on Steam Tube
For the latest news on Flying Scotsman's restoration, visit HERE
LMS Patriot Project
"80 years ago today the Original 5551 came into existance. In just over 3 years we hope to have our 5551 in steam.Join today and become part of the team. See our website for more infomation."
Other Railway Press.
The Rail Engineer
Ipswich chord and freight yard
David Bickell visits the 'Bacon Factory Curve'.
Whilst the world was focussed on the Athens Olympics and Tony Blair winning a third term as Prime Minister, the Channel Tunnel Rail Link, as part of the Thameslink Programme, was quietly digging underground.
On 14 January 2013, a routine run by Network Rail's New Measurement Train on the Up Midland main line between Sheffield and Derby threw up an anomaly...
The 'Long Term Rolling Stock Strategy for the Rail Industry' (RSS), published in February 2014, predicts that by 2043 there will be between 18,964 and 24,756 UK rail passenger vehicles - excluding London Underground and Eurostar.
Graeme Bickerdike looks at gauge clearance in Conisbrough Tunnel and the challenging conditions workers faced.
Read the whole magazine onlineDavid Bickell visits the 'Bacon Factory Curve'.
Whilst the world was focussed on the Athens Olympics and Tony Blair winning a third term as Prime Minister, the Channel Tunnel Rail Link, as part of the Thameslink Programme, was quietly digging underground.
On 14 January 2013, a routine run by Network Rail's New Measurement Train on the Up Midland main line between Sheffield and Derby threw up an anomaly...
The 'Long Term Rolling Stock Strategy for the Rail Industry' (RSS), published in February 2014, predicts that by 2043 there will be between 18,964 and 24,756 UK rail passenger vehicles - excluding London Underground and Eurostar.
Graeme Bickerdike looks at gauge clearance in Conisbrough Tunnel and the challenging conditions workers faced.
See the full digital edition here - now downloadable
The UK saw a 150% increase in the number of journeys using disabled persons rail cards over the past ten years, but many stations remain unusable for people with severe disabilities. We ask the UK Minister of State for Transport Baroness Kramer what is being done to improve disabled access at new and existing stations.
We also take a look at campaigns to reopen old rail lines to better connect rural areas in Devon and the Scottish Borders and find out why the quality of pedestrian links between rail stations and city centres is a critical element in improving the door-to-door passenger experience.
Moreover, we investigate why Network Rail has come under renewed pressure to increase safety measures at level crossings, speak to Capital Metro about its switch to a mobile ticketing system and ask how industry stakeholders are working to reduce the skills shortage with investment in training.
Cambrian Coast railway line services to Barmouth and Harlech reopened
UK's Network Rail has reopened the storm-damaged section of the Cambrian Coast railway line from Barmouth to Harlech in Gwynedd following completion of a £10m repair programme.
Bombardier buys Australian rail signalling provider RSS
Bombardier Transportation has bought a 100% stake in the Australian signalling firm Rail Signalling Services (RSS), in a move to extend its presence in the continent.
UK funds upgrade of 42 stations to improve access for disabled passengers
UK Minister for Transport Susan Kramer has announced a share of funding to upgrade 42 railway stations across England, Scotland and Wales, to improve access for disabled passengers.
Alstom to supply X'Ttrapolis Mega commuter trains to South Africa
French transport group Alstom has concluded a contract worth €4bn with Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) to supply 600 X'Ttrapolis Mega commuter trains, which will be operated on the 1.067m gauge in the country.
Revisiting This Day In The Past.
Amtrak begins operations of most intercity passenger train service in the United States
The Jubilee Line on the London Underground opens between Stanmore and Charing Cross.
Baker Street
The A1 class locomotive number 4472, "Flying Scotsman" was used to haul the inaugural train from London on 1 May 1928, and it successfully ran the 392 miles between Edinburgh and London without stopping, a record at the time for a scheduled service.
"Flying Scotsman" at Newton Abbot May 2000.
(C) Maureen Arnold on Steam Tube
For the latest news on Flying Scotsman's restoration, visit HERE
"80 years ago today the Original 5551 came into existance. In just over 3 years we hope to have our 5551 in steam.Join today and become part of the team. See our website for more infomation."
The Royal Albert Bridge, two 450 feet arched spans over the River Tamar, linking Devon and Cornwall, is opened.
(C) TFC on Steam Tube
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