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The Prime Minister for Greece presses the button to launch the first metro of Thessaloniki

Hitachi Rail delivers first driverless metro for Greece

Phase one of Greece’s first driverless metro, supported by Hitachi Rail’s digital signalling technology and advanced metro trains, was inaugurated in Thessaloniki today. The metro entered service for the first time and is expected to cut 56,000 cars from roads daily, and 77,000 tonnes of CO2 annually.

‘UK-First’ Intercity Battery Trial Exceeds Expectations

‘UK-First’ Intercity Battery Trial Exceeds Expectations

Intercity battery train completes testing in the north of England, demonstrating superior performance and cost-effectiveness compared to diesel engines. Trial confirms single battery technology can reduce fuels costs between 35%-50% and enter and leave stations in zero-emission mode. Ahead of Railway 200 celebration, this new UK rail innovation is ready to reduce cost and emissions on the railway

Hitachi Rail helps to complete Milan's M4 metro line

Hitachi Rail helps to complete Milan's M4 metro line

Following an inauguration on 12th October, the South-West quadrant of Milan will now be served by the city’s metro with construction of the final section of the M4, extending to the San Cristoforo terminus, completed by Hitachi Rail.

Etihad Rail and Hitachi Rail contract signing

Hitachi Rail to deliver mobility-as-a-service solution for Etihad Rail

Hitachi Rail will deliver its advanced Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) solution for Etihad Rail, a 1,200km railway infrastructure running all the way across the United Arab Emirates (UAE), from the Saudi border to Fujairah. The integrated digital solution will provide a single platform for passengers to access Etihad Rail services, from booking tickets to managing their entire journeys and payment.

Etihad Rail and Hitachi Rail contract signing

Hitachi Rail to deploy communication, supervision and cybersecurity systems for first passenger services in the UAE

Hitachi Rail has been awarded the role of master systems integrator for the Etihad Rail Passenger Stations project. The project marks the UAE's first-ever passenger rail service and aims to connect all seven Emirates as part of the larger Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) rail programme that will connect the UAE with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman.

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