Rail

German train operator runs successful test journey through Channel Tunnel, but French ministers still unhappy at Siemens beating Alstom to new train contract

Transport minister claims French company Alstom should provide high-speed trains as Siemens models ordered for 2014 will not meet safety standards

Green light at the end of the Channel Tunnel

Transport secretary confirms plan for faster connections to north of England will go to public consultation next year

Conservatives insist they remain committed to building a high-speed rail network, but refuse to blindly accept government plans

Transbay Centre to replace transport hub, extend commuter line and host housing development

White House announces target to cut federal greenhouse gas emissions 28 per cent by 2020

Sage of Omaha hails "extraordinarily environmentally friendly" means of transport

Haulage giant to operate first service to transport fresh produce into the UK using Channel Tunnel rail link

Bombardier joint venture to deliver trains boasting a top speed of 380km per hour from 2012