Certain Bills may well be carried over to the next parliamentary session, but still expect to see articles and features extolling the virtues of HS2, or contrariwise..articles that seek to undermine the basic capacity argument..."Bang Goes the HS2 Capacity Theory".
The other big story concerns Alstom, and the possibility that Siemens will make an offer sometime this week...
And in the US, more regulations for crude oil transit...
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Bang Goes The HS2 Capacity Theory!(Video) (stophs2)
‘Classic’ train route to London wins every time over HS2.(The Yorkshire Post)
Cumbernauld electrification completed - Railway Gazette
Carry-over Bills 2013-14 to 2014-15
If a carry-over motion is agreed a Bill will resume progress in the new session without having to start from the beginning.
High Speed Rail (London-West Midlands) Bill 2013-14 to 2014-2015
- Follow progress of the High Speed Rail (London - West Midlands) 2013-14 to 2014-15
- Carry-over motion 29 April 2014 (agreed on question without a vote)
Crossrail
Crossrail: boosting the UK’s construction & engineering industry(The Business Agenda)
Record breaking Crossrail tunneller set to bow out after fifty years in the business.(Crossrail)
Peter, who was born in Croydon, began his career 50 years ago in 1964 when he worked on the construction of the Victoria line from Green Park to Oxford Circus.
Since then he has worked on more than 20 projects in and around London including the Jubilee line Extension, the Olympic Park and the King’s Cross redevelopment.
Peter worked for almost five years on the Channel Tunnel, during which time he was awarded the British Empire Medal for services to tunnelling. He has also worked in Hong Kong, Australia, Fiji, Singapore and Copenhagen.
Peter is about to complete a record tenth tunnel underneath the River Thames as part of Crossrail. The mile and a half long tunnel linking Plumstead with North Woolwich will significantly reduce journey times for people travelling to and from Woolwich and Abbey Wood in southeast London.
Peter Bermingham said: “When I started out tunnelling back in 1964, I never thought that I’d still be doing it 50 years later. It’s the camaraderie and the spirit among the lads that’s kept me in the industry for so long and I’ll miss it when I retire. Going under the Thames for the tenth time as part of Crossrail felt pretty special, in particular on a project that is going to have such a big impact on London.
“I’ve seen enormous changes. Back when I started out, we dug tunnels by hand using pneumatic spades and shovels, normally with a cloth cap or a handkerchief on our heads. Now we’re using ten million pound machines to build the tunnels beneath the streets of the city.”
Dan Bermingham said: “My dad’s a bit of a legend in the tunnelling industry. After half a century working underground, he’s certainly earned a good break. We’ll all miss having him around at work.”
The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, said: “Throughout the vast changes and improvements to tunnelling equipment and underground conditions over the last 50 years, the one constant has been Peter’s hardworking spirit and endeavour. This record-breaking Londoner has earned his richly deserved rest and I take my hat off to him for his role in the modernisation and transformation of our fine city.”
Andrew Wolstenholme, Crossrail Chief Executive, said: “Peter should be rightly proud of the 50 years service that he has given to the tunnelling industry and to London. The wealth of experience that he has brought to Crossrail has been unparalleled and we all wish him the very best for his retirement.”
Heritage UK
Revamp of historic Wycombe Brunel Sheds underway.(Bucks Free Press)
Australia
Southern Cross Station Water Tower Clock Unveiling (DTPLI on YouTube)
Victorians will once again be able to 'meet under the clock' now that the 130-year-old iconic Water Tower Clock has returned to Southern Cross Station after a 50-year absence.
Minister for Transport Terry Mulder officially unveiled the clock on Wednesday 14 May 2014.
Group proposes high speed rail between Calgary and Banff.(iNews880AM)
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) yesterday issued an emergency order requiring all railroads operating trains containing large amounts of Bakken crude oil to notify State Emergency Response Commissions (SERCs) about the operation of those trains through their states.
The order requires that each train carrying more than 1 million gallons of Bakken crude, or about 35 tank cars, in a particular state provide the SERC notification regarding the expected movement of such trains and the affected counties. The notification must include estimated volumes of Bakken crude, frequencies of anticipated train traffic and the planned routes. The order also requires that railroads provide the SERCs contact information for at least one responsible party and help the commissions share the information with appropriate emergency responders in affected communities.
Transport Canada proposes fines for rail safety act violators
China
Other Railway Press
MassDoT Board contracts CAF USA to build new Green Line vehicles
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDoT) board of directors have awarded a $118m contract to CAF USA to build new trains in support of the Green Line Extension (GLX) project.
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDoT) board of directors have awarded a $118m contract to CAF USA to build new trains in support of the Green Line Extension (GLX) project.
Eneco to power electric trains with green energy in Netherlands
Dutch sustainable energy firm Eneco has secured a contract from the local passenger railway operator Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) for the supply of green electricity.
Dutch sustainable energy firm Eneco has secured a contract from the local passenger railway operator Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) for the supply of green electricity.
London Underground to launch new step-free ramps for disabled passengers
UK's London Underground (LU) is set to launch new bridge-style boarding ramps across its Tube station network to allow mobility-impaired passengers to embark and disembark easily from street to train.
UK's London Underground (LU) is set to launch new bridge-style boarding ramps across its Tube station network to allow mobility-impaired passengers to embark and disembark easily from street to train.
Minnesota Metropolitan Council to receive $2.5bn for Green Line projects
Minnesota Metropolitan Council in the US will receive $2.5bn in investment for 121 construction and redevelopment projects near the Metro Green Line, as part of the Central Corridor LRT Project.
Minnesota Metropolitan Council in the US will receive $2.5bn in investment for 121 construction and redevelopment projects near the Metro Green Line, as part of the Central Corridor LRT Project.
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