TfL awards Elizabeth line operator contract to GTS Rail Operations Limited
TfL has appointed GTS Rail Operations Limited to operate the Elizabeth line from May 2025 under a seven-year contract, focusing on safety, performance and community support.
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Bank of England recruiter Philip Smith joins Railway Mission as trustee
Philip Smith, a lead recruiter at the Bank of England, has been appointed as a trustee of the Railway Mission, where he will bring his extensive HR experience to support pastoral care initiatives for the railway community.
TfL launches major investment to expand accessible toilets across London’s transport network
TfL has unveiled a five-year plan to install new accessible toilets and upgrade existing facilities, aiming to improve accessibility and ensure all rail passengers are within 20 minutes of a restroom on the network.
New Piccadilly line trains arrive in London for testing ahead of 2025 roll-out
TfL has welcomed the arrival of its first new Piccadilly line train, part of a £2.9 billion modernisation programme aimed at improving capacity, reliability and passenger comfort, with the full fleet expected by 2027.
Good News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday,’ we cover Arriva Rail London's partnership with City Harvest to provide 50,000 meals, Railway Mission's celebration of 200 years of the rail industry and TfL’s “In Bloom” gardening competition.
TfL awards new contract to KeolisAmey for DLR operations
TfL has awarded KeolisAmey an eight-year contract to operate the Docklands Light Railway, starting 1 April 2025, with a focus on improving customer experience and service sustainability.
TfL’s new ticket hall at Paddington Tube station opens with enhanced accessibility
The new ticket hall at Paddington Tube station offers direct, step-free access to the Bakerloo line for the first time, significantly improving accessibility and user experience at one of London’s busiest transport hubs.
Good News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover Northern's biodiversity efforts at train stations, Waterloo Station's achievement of the Autism Friendly Award and TfL's new Liberty Line launch alongside its search for local heroes.
TfL launches campaign against violence and aggression towards staff
TfL has initiated a new campaign to combat rising incidents of violence and aggression against its staff, emphasising that such behaviour will lead to serious consequences for offenders.
TfL reveals DLR extension plans, earning strong public support
TfL has unveiled plans for a new DLR extension from Gallions Reach to Thamesmead, which has received widespread public support and promises significant economic and housing benefits.
TfL announces planned closures on the Piccadilly line for essential upgrades
TfL advises Piccadilly line customers to plan ahead and allow more time for their journeys due to temporary closures in August 2024 for vital upgrades, in preparation for the new fleet of trains arriving from 2025.
Railway upgrades to impact Bakerloo line and London Overground in August 2024
Essential railway upgrades will affect Bakerloo line and London Overground passengers from 3 August to 8 August 2024, with improvements aimed at enhancing reliability and preventing future disruptions.
High-speed mobile coverage now available on Elizabeth line
High-speed 4G and 5G mobile coverage has been introduced on the Elizabeth line, enabling continuous connectivity for passengers across central London.
RIA applauds UK government decision to fund 10 new Elizabeth line trains
The UK government has confirmed funding for 10 new trains for TfL's Elizabeth line, a move welcomed by the Railway Industry Association for its potential positive impact on the rail supply chain and future rail growth.
Thales and Nokia to deliver seamless renewal to London Underground
21 May 2024 | By
Thales, in collaboration with its transmission network technology partner Nokia, has been awarded a contract by Transport for London (TfL) to deliver a comprehensive communications renewal to support the safe operations of the Tube network.