BEIJING, 30th December, 2024 (WAM) — China has introduced the CR450 high-speed train prototype, capable of reaching a test speed of 450 km/h and an operational speed of 400 km/h. Once operational, it will become the world’s fastest high-speed train, surpassing the CR400, which runs at 350 km/h. According to China Daily, the CR450 sets […]
ABU DHABI, 2nd November, 2024 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of Serbia over victims of a train station roof collapse in the northern Serbian city of Novi Sad, which led to a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed […]
SHARJAH, 14th October, 2024 (WAM) — The Digital Sharjah Department has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Microsoft. This collaboration aims to introduce a comprehensive national initiative designed to equip a multitude of government personnel with Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills. The endeavour underscores Sharjah’s dedication to leveraging cutting-edge technology for the betterment of […]
CAIRO, 14th September, 2024 (WAM) — Two people were killed, and 29 others were injured when two trains collided in the city of Zagazig, in Sharkiya governorate Saturday afternoon, the Ministry of Health and Population said. According to Egyptian Railway Authority (ERA), a collision took place between passenger train No. 281, travelling from Zagazig to […]
ABU DHABI, 2nd August, 2024 (WAM) — The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has held a training workshop to launch the National Programme for Developing Specialised Volunteer Cadres for Emergency Response. The programme, held in coordination with Emirates Foundation, aims to enhance the country’s readiness and response to emergencies and disasters and […]
BUCHAREST, 19th July, 2024 (WAM) — Eight people were rushed to the hospital on Friday, following the collision between a train carriage and a locomotive at Basarab Station, according to the Bucharest – Ilfov Emergency Situations Inspectorate (ISUBIF). In a statement carried by Romania’s national news agency, AGERPRES, ISUBIF said, “Following a collision between two […]
MANILA, 11th July, 2024 (WAM) — The UAE Ministry of Interior (MoI), through its Child Protection Center, has launched the Child Protection Specialist Programme, with the aim of enhancing expertise and knowledge exchange. This initiative aims to qualify 100 specialised personnel from the Philippine National Police as Child Protection Specialists. The programme leverages the UAE’s […]
GUANGZHOU, China, 20th June, 2024 (WAM) — The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area on Wednesday launched its first full-time schedule China-Europe freight train, aiming to enhance logistical efficiency in trade exchanges between this key Chinese economic region and inland Europe. According to China Central Television (CCTV), the X8120 China-Europe freight train departed from Guangzhou International […]
TOKYO, 18th June, 2024 (WAM) — Heavy rain battered wide areas of Japan on Tuesday, disrupting bullet train services between Tokyo and Osaka and prompting the weather agency to urge caution for landslides and floods. Kyodo News quoted the Japan Meteorological Agency as saying that an eastward-moving front and a low-pressure system on the Pacific […]
ABU DHABI, 13th June, 2024 (WAM) — Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Emirates Institute of Finance (EIF) Studies regarding the training and employment of people of determination. This will be achieved through job fairs organised by the institute for citizens in general, as well […]
LIMA, 27th May, 2024 (WAM) — At least four people died and a further 36 were injured after a freight train hit a bus in Peru, German news Agency DPA quoted the South American country’s Ministry of Transport as saying. The bus was travelling from Lima to Huancayo, around 300 kilometres to the east, when […]
BUENOS AIRES, 10th May, 2024 (WAM) — At least 30 people have been injured in a collision between two trains in the Argentinian capital Buenos Aires, German news agency DPA reported. They were taken to various hospitals in the city, Mayor Jorge Macri said on Friday. Another 60 passengers were examined by paramedics but did […]
