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UK-based technology firms set to join HS2 Innovation Accelerator initiative announced
The five will receive commercial and technical support as they develop their technology to help deliver Europe’s largest infrastructure project.
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The Workforce
Crucial to a great performing rail organisation is the well-being of the workforce behind the service. Whether front-line staff, train drivers, track workers, engineers, technicians or top-level management, having a safe, motivated and skilled workforce is imperative for an organisation working in the rail sector.
What are the trends and challenges facing rail’s workforce and how is the industry moving forward to support and develop its employees?
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West Midlands Trains and Porterbrook sign agreement to improve reliability
The agreement will see Porterbrook take over responsibility for the heavy maintenance of WMT's Class 172 fleet and work to improve its reliability.
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Lab by Transport for Wales start-ups ready to pitch their products
The 11 start-ups - some of the brightest tech talent from across Wales and the UK - have received dedicated mentoring from business experts to develop their products, ideas and innovations.
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HS2 unveils innovative robot for use during tunnelling at Chiltern site
HS2's innovative onboard robot will boost safety and efficiency by removing the need for personnel to work in a potentially hazardous area.
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Chief Executive of Transport for the North to step down in 2021
Barry White will step down from the role in Spring 2021, following the submission of the next business case for Northern Powerhouse Rail.
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Hull Trains to temporarily suspend all train services for second time in 2020
As a result of the UK government's decision to place England into a second lockdown, Hull Trains will temporarily suspend its services in order to safeguard the future of the business.
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First batch of graduates obtain Railways Diploma Programme and join Etihad Rail DB
The first batch of graduates will now work in roles within Etihad Rail DB including train captain, traffic controller, locomotive and railway maintenance technician, and railway systems technician.
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HS1 Ltd awarded We Invest in People gold accreditation
In recognition for its commitment to improving business standards and people management, HS1 Ltd - the owner and operator of the high-speed rail linking London, Kent and the Channel Tunnel - has been awarded the prestigious We invest in People gold accreditation by Investors in People.
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Building upon GTR’s greatest asset – its workforce
Zoey Hudson, Head of Talent, Diversity and Inclusion at Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) – the UK’s biggest rail franchise – looks into the different specialisms and opportunities for GTR’s workforce and gives three colleagues the opportunity to discuss their roles.
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Wales and Borders rail network to benefit from new financing and operational model
Transport for Wales, Keolis and Amey have reached an agreement which outlines a sustainable way forward for delivering their ambitious objectives for rail despite the effects of COVID-19.
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GTR doubles number of female train applicants in less than a year
The operator has now set itself the target of having a 50/50 gender split on all training programmes by the end of 2021.
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Wales and Borders rail franchise to be taken under public control
The move will help to secure the future of passenger services in Wales and the Borders area and protect jobs in the face of COVID-19.
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ARA calls for Australian rail innovation to be a national priority
The Australasian Railway Association has said that prioritising innovation will provide the certainty needed to support increased private sector investment and would drive skills development and jobs creation in the rail industry.
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Global Railway Review Issue 5 2020
In this issue, we feature articles from industry experts on a vast range of topics including: What HS2 will mean for rail freight capacity in Britain; the latest developments on the Ceneri Base Tunnel project; and how GTR’s workforce is its greatest asset, plus our 'Smart Track Maintenance' and 'Cyber-Security'…
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Bombardier Transportation extends Train Services Agreement with Arriva CrossCountry
The three-year extension, valued at £248 million, will see Bombardier continue its maintenance, overhaul, service and cleaning services for Arriva CrossCountry's Voyager and Super Voyager fleet.