How rail industry is fighting back against extreme weather events

“The track operator is already aware that it must be more vigilant about monitoring its infrastructure and that interventions for repairs must be quicker. Where line-side human inspection has been standard practice in the past, Network Rail is increasingly turning to technological innovations to help it maintain the condition and reliability of the railway.”

Rail is the future of travel, but first rail has to be ready for the future of the planet. I spoke to some experts about the way the country’s rail network is adapting to the climate crisis. Take a look over on New Civil Engineer.