British Steel unveils £10 million rail stocking hub in Scunthorpe
British Steel has opened a £10 million rail stocking facility in Scunthorpe, enhancing its capacity to support the UK rail network with ready-to-dispatch, high-quality rails.
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Darlington Station hits milestone with new Eastern Concourse completion
The completion of the Eastern Concourse is a crucial step in the £140 million redevelopment of Darlington Station, paving the way for the next phase, which is set to be completed by late 2025.
Digital signalling now fully controls trains on Great Northern route to Moorgate
The Great Northern route to Moorgate has fully transitioned to ETCS, enabling continuous train-to-track communication for improved punctuality and reliability on this busy commuter line.
Conductors prepare for opening of Northumberland line in December 2024
The reopening of the Northumberland line promises to significantly improve local transport, offering affordable and efficient connections for commuters, students and leisure travellers.
RIA Innovation Conference returns to Wales in March 2025
The 2025 RIA Innovation Conference will return to ICC Wales on 25-26 March, bringing together rail industry leaders, innovators and stakeholders to showcase advancements and foster collaboration.
Bow Goods Yard plan to boost rail freight capacity and green logistics in East London
The approved redevelopment of Bow Goods Yard will transform East London’s rail freight capacity, creating a sustainable logistics hub aimed at reducing road congestion and emissions.
Early train boarding trials at Euston station to ease congestion
Network Rail and train operators have introduced early boarding at Euston station to reduce overcrowding and improve passenger flow as part of a five-point improvement plan.
Cambrian line set to reopen for service after fatal rail incident
The Cambrian line will reopen today, 28 October 2024, after extensive repairs and safety inspections following the tragic rail accident on 21 October, though some short-term disruptions may still affect services.
ORR urges Network Rail to enhance punctuality and reliability across Eastern region
The ORR has urged Network Rail Eastern to improve train punctuality and reliability, calling for a comprehensive plan by December to address rising delays across key routes.
ScotRail and Network Rail strengthen agreement for enhanced railway integration
ScotRail and Network Rail's strengthened Alliance Agreement will enhance integration and collaboration, aiming to deliver a safer, more reliable and environmentally friendly railway in Scotland.
Network Rail partners with The Green Block to enhance recycling efforts
Network Rail and The Green Block are partnering to boost station recycling to 95% and eliminate landfill waste using innovative Mobile Segregation Units and real-time tracking.
Network Rail completes critical track work on historic Thames Bridge
Network Rail has completed vital track work on the Grade II listed Kew railway bridge, replacing 577 aging wheel timbers to improve service reliability on both the London Overground and District lines.
Network Rail and DfT unveil five-point plan to enhance Euston station
Network Rail and DfT's five-point plan will enhance Euston station, focusing on immediate improvements to passenger experience while preparing for long-term redesign efforts.
Network Rail signs MoU with Korean Rail Research Institute to enhance rail resilience
Network Rail has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Korean Rail Research Institute to collaborate on developing technology that enhances rail network resilience to extreme weather.
Network Rail and Severn Valley Railway celebrate successful year-long partnership
Network Rail and Severn Valley Railway mark the first year of their partnership, achieving cost savings, improved safety training and shared technological benefits.