Beijing railway researchers propose a space-based train control system to prevent catastrophic failures like the 2011 Wenzhou crash. The system aims to make railways resilient to natural disasters but raises concerns about new digital vulnerabilities.
Russian companies "1440 Bureau" and "Russian Railways" signed an agreement to equip 135 high-speed trains with new satellite communication systems. The technology aims to provide stable internet for passengers and reliable communication for train crews across Russia, with testing set to begin this year.
A senior rail official has warned that modifying the HS2 train order to address capacity issues could inflate costs and result in slower, less efficient services north of Birmingham. The government is currently reviewing the £2bn contract with Alstom and Hitachi.
