Category Archives: Trains

BOMBARDIER TALENT 3 battery electric multiple unit awarded with the Berlin Brandenburg innovation award

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Emission-free, energy-efficient and low-noise: Jury applauds Bombardier’s new battery-powered train as a pioneering contribution to clean rail mobility Berlin, Germany, 2018-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ —The BOMBARDIER TALENT 3 battery electric multiple unit was awarded the renowned Berlin Brandenburg innovation award on November 30, 2018. The train operates emission-free, thereby making a significant contribution towards environmentally-friendly mobility. It… Read the full press release

VisitBritain welcomes new Eurostar and Virgin Trains partnership to drive growth to more destinations across the UK for international MICE market

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LONDON, UK, 2018-Nov-29 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitBritain today (27 November 2018) welcomes a new Eurostar and Virgin Trains partnership to offer a united travel service for the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) market, to drive growth in international business events to the UK. The partnership, officially launched today at IBTM World in… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains: more shoppers are taking advantage of reduced day return fares from England to enjoy Glasgow’s Christmas attractions

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Thousands of visitors taking advantage of Virgin Trains’ reduced fares from England Visitor numbers to Glasgow surge over festive period The best shopping experience in the UK outside of London is just a short train ride away LONDON, UK, 2018-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — THOUSANDS more shoppers are crossing the border with Virgin Trains… Read the full press release

Bombardier welcomes Elliot G. (Lee) Sander as new President of Bombardier Transportation’s Americas Region

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In the course of the company’s transformation process, the Bombardier Transportation Leadership Team is making a leadership change for the Americas Region Berlin, Germany, 2018-Oct-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation announced today (October 29, 2018) the appointment of Elliot G. (Lee) Sander as new President of Bombardier Transportation’s Americas Region, effective November… Read the full press release

Avis Budget Group announces mobility partnership with Brightline

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Company to make Avis and Zipcar vehicles available at train stations in Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach to enable last-mile connectivity PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2018-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CAR) today (October 4, 2018) announced a mobility partnership with Brightline, the nation’s only privately owned, operated and maintained passenger… Read the full press release

Bombardier Transportation to launch a new corporate identity and product design at the InnoTrans exhibition in Berlin September 18-22

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Mobility technology leader reinvents itself with an all-new product design and corporate identity, underlined by the slogan: Together we move Bombardier’s fully interactive stand shows how its mobility solutions stimulate the economic potential of cities across the globe Berlin, Germany, 2018-Sep-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Mobility technology leader Bombardier Transportation will take the center… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Express Rail departure stations throughout Germany to increase from eight to 20 in cooperation with Deutsche Bahn

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In cooperation with Deutsche Bahn, 20 destinations will be available throughout Germany Customers travel seamlessly by train to flight Offer includes seat reservation, Miles&More miles and guaranteed connection COLOGNE, Germany, 2018-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa customers in even more German cities will soon be able to book a seamless journey to their flight… Read the full press release

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey in search for a new Director of Rail Transit and General Manager of PATH

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New York, 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port Authority announced today (Aug 03, 2018) it is embarking on a nationwide executive search for a new Director of Rail Transit and General Manager of PATH to succeed Michael Marino, who is scheduled to retire in January 2019 after a distinguished 45-year career in the railroad… Read the full press release

Emirates announces new codeshare agreement with Italy’s national railway company Trenitalia

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27 train stations in Italy now part of Emirates’ global network More convenience and connectivity for passengers travelling to and from Italy One single ticket combining rail and flight DUBAI, U.A.E., 2018-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Trenitalia, Italy’s national railway company, today (1 AUGUST 2018) announced a new codeshare agreement which will… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains releases the first episode in the brand new ‘West Coast Weekender’ series with comedian and TV personality, Joel Dommett

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Videos aimed at inspiring people to get more from their weekends away on the West Coast this summer Getaways made easier with removal of Friday peak restrictions London, 2018-Jul-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin Trains has today (Jul 25, 2018) released the first episode in the brand new ‘West Coast Weekender’ series. Hosted by top comedian… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains removes afternoon peak restrictions out of London Euston

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Friday afternoon peak out of London abolished for summer of spontaneity New study finds that 4pm on a Friday is the moment the nation takes to social media to talk about their weekends 93% of all conversations about the weekend on social media embrace and encourage spontaneity LONDON, 2018-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin… Read the full press release

VisitScotland: A steam train special from the Fife Coast to the Scottish Borders returns this summer

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Edinburgh, Scotland, 2018-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — A STEAM train experience that features Scotland’s latest World Heritage Site and newest railway line returns to the timetable again this summer. Passengers on the Scottish Railway Preservation Society’s Railtours steam special will have the opportunity to take in views of the new Queensferry Crossing as they… Read the full press release

VisitScotland and Borders Railway invite visitors to experience Scottish Borders’s unique Common Ridings and festivals

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — VISITSCOTLAND is encouraging visitors, especially young people, to travel to the Scottish Borders by train this summer to experience the region’s unique Common Ridings and festivals. The events celebrate the remarkable history and unique identity of the region, upholding ancient traditions with hundreds of horses and their riders gathering… Read the full press release

Virgin trials its state-of-the-art Azuma train in Sunderland and Lincoln in preparation for its roll out on the east coast from next year

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LONDON, UK, 2018-Apr-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin’s state-of-the-art Azuma train made its inaugural visit to Sunderland and Lincoln this week as preparations to transform rail services gather pace. The iconic train, which takes its name from the Japanese word for “east”, will be rolled out on Virgin Trains’ east coast from next year,… Read the full press release

The Greater Toronto Airports Authority and Metrolinx partner to help connect Canada’s second largest employment zone and reduce highway congestion

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Toronto Pearson and the Province making progress in creating an airport transit centre, connecting planes, trains and transit TORONTO, Canada, 2018-Apr-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) and Metrolinx have announced that they will be working together to study potential connections for the Kitchener rail corridor to Toronto Pearson’s Regional Transit… Read the full press release

Indian Railways launches Luxury Saloon Coaches for the Public

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New Delhi, India, 2018-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Indian Railways has launched the facility of booking luxury saloon coaches for the public. Now it’s possible to plan your own luxury train tour of India as you can charter luxury saloon coaches. These air-conditioned coaches are set up like a house with two exclusive bedrooms… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains unveils a specially-branded Great Exhibition of the North train

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LONDON, 2018-Mar-26 — /Travel PR News/ — In celebration of English Tourism Week, Virgin Trains has today (23 March) revealed a specially-branded Great Exhibition of the North train to encourage more people to travel north this summer. The branded train will be used across the entire Virgin Trains East Coast route up to Edinburgh from… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains celebrates its role in connecting Glasgow to England by naming its train after Scotland’s famous cultural icon Charles Rennie Mackintosh

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Train named to celebrate Virgin Trains’ role in connecting Glasgow to England Naming coincides with 150th anniversary celebrations of famed artist and architect Best selfie taken with Charles Rennie Mackintosh Express will win First Class prizes LONDON, UK, 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin Trains has named one of its trains after one of Scotland’s… Read the full press release

Train travellers can upgrade instantly to First Class on Virgin Trains’ east coast services with Seatfrog’s exciting new features

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Exciting new features from Seatfrog – groups* can bid and upgrade together from one device Third Party Bookings – Virgin Trains East Coast bookings made through third parties** like The Trainline can now be added to Seatfrog Upgrade Now – new ‘buy it now’ feature lets you upgrade to First Class instantly if the price… Read the full press release

Bring an avocado and get the same discount offered by the millennial railcard when buying Virgin Trains ticket

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Bring an avocado when buying your Virgin Trains ticket and passengers aged 26 to 30 can get the same discount as offered by the millennial railcard – a third off most fares The #Avocard is valid on all Virgin Trains West Coast journeys from today until midnight on 20th March Offer valid on tickets purchased at… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains announces Spring Seat Sale from March 15th – 19th

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Virgin Trains announces Spring Seat Sale from March 15th – 19th LONDON, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin Trains’ Spring Seat Sale is set to put a spring in passengers’ steps up and down the country this March, with tickets starting from just £5. From Thursday 15th March to Monday 19th March, Virgin Trains on the… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains reduces walk-up fares by a third on east coast route

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Virgin Trains reduces walk-up fares by a third on east coast route   Cost of buying ticket on the day of travel drops by a third on east coast route Total savings to customers worth up to £11m compared to normal industry walk-up fares Lower prices helping to tempt customers from air and road to… Read the full press release

Bombardier transportation becomes an official member of the Technical Research Institute Railenium (TRI)

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Bombardier boosts its contribution to the French rail industry sector with research and development support BERLIN, Germany, 2017-Dec-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Rail technology leader Bombardier transportation has become an official member of the Technical Research Institute Railenium (TRI). Created by the French government, Railenium brings together the rail industry’s key industrial players and… Read the full press release

Bombardier delivers final train for one of the world’s largest INNOVIA Metro fleets

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Bombardier delivers final train for one of the world’s largest INNOVIA Metro fleets   Fleet of 14 four-car INNOVIA Metro 300 trains ordered in 2012 are already increasing transport and capacity ridership in the Malaysian capital The final train, for one of the world’s largest INNOVIA Metro fleets, was handed over on October 11 Berlin, Canada,… Read the full press release

Bombardier Transportation opens its new 300,000 square meter rail maintenance depot in Melzo, Italy

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New Melzo maintenance depot to strengthen Bombardier’s rail services offering with rapid, 24/7 maintenance capability Growth of Logistics and Rail Business District is a joint investment with Contship Italia BERLIN, Germany, 2017-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation is celebrating the official opening of its new 300,000 square meter rail maintenance… Read the full press release

Bombardier’s trams and light rail vehicles earn the Innovation Leader in Rail Transport Award from ERCI

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First homologated obstacle detection assistance system for trams and light rail vehicles recognized with European Rail Cluster Innovation Award 2017 System enhances safety for drivers, passengers, and other mixed traffic participants BERLIN, Germany, 2017-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation has been proudly awarded the Innovation Leader in Rail Transport Award by… Read the full press release

Stagecoach adds Apple Pay and Android Pay to its Bus smartphone app

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Additional payment methods delivering more choice and easier travel for customers Millions also already benefitting from contactless bus travel as part of UK roll-out Scotland, UK, 2017-Sep-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Stagecoach is delivering even more convenient bus travel for passengers across the country with the addition of Apple Pay and Android Pay through the… Read the full press release

BOMBARDIER INNOVIA Monorail 300 system to benefit over 400,000 passengers daily in Bangkok, Thailand

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BOMBARDIER INNOVIA Monorail 300 system to benefit over 400,000 passengers daily in Bangkok, Thailand   Driverless INNOVIA Monorail 300 system for new mass rapid transit lines in Bangkok will benefit over 400,000 passengers daily and ease congestion Berlin, 2017-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation has announced two contracts for its BOMBARDIER INNOVIAMonorail 300… Read the full press release

Virgin’s Azuma train on a test run to Scotland in preparation for roll out on the east coast route next year

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Virgin’s new state-of-the-art train travels north of the border for first time Inaugural run ahead of plans to accelerate London-Edinburgh journeys to 4hrs LONDON, 2017-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin’s state-of-the-art Azuma train has visited Scotland for the first time as part of plans to transform Edinburgh-London rail journeys.The inaugural run north of the… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains offers 50% off family travel on selected East Coast route

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Virgin Trains offers 50% off family travel on selected East Coast route   LONDON, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin Trains is launching a summer family promotion* on its East Coast route, offering 50% off family travel on selected routes between August 7 and September 10, for journeys booked between July 31 and September… Read the full press release