Start-up Steamology secures contract to develop zero-emission steam locomotive
Steamology, a green technology start-up, has partnered with Arup and Eversholt Rail to develop and evaluate green steam technology for zero-emission freight trains.
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Deadline approaching for Future Labs: Train operators seek innovative start-ups
LNER, Northern, Southeastern and TransPennine Express have set 16 June 2024 as the deadline for tech start-ups to apply to their collaborative initiative, Future Labs, aimed at innovating the rail industry.
South Western Railway awaits £50 million plus accessibility funding
South Western Railway anticipates a £50-60 million investment in station accessibility improvements, following a UK government announcement including eight of its stations in the Access for All programme.
RATP Dev USA announces leadership changes to foster growth
RATP Dev USA announces leadership changes with Cyril Aubin promoted to Business Unit Director overseeing U.S. and UK operations, and Matt Booterbaugh promoted to CEO.
‘First-of-its-kind’ rail footbridge opens to improve level crossing safety
Opened in the UK, the eye-catching level crossing structure known as a ‘FLOW’ bridge, is equipped with a real-time structural health monitoring system which records how it performs, allowing future improvements to the design and more efficient maintenance.
New high-tech trains for Liverpool almost ready for service
It has been announced that the Liverpool City Region’s new fleet of state-of-the-art trains could be in service as soon as Monday 23 January 2023.
New Managing Director announced for MTR Elizabeth line
With over 30 years’ experience in the rail industry, Mike Bagshaw has been appointed as MTR Elizabeth line's new Managing Director.
Turbostar passengers asked for feedback on train interiors
Transport Focus has worked with rolling stock leasing company Porterbrook to understand what passengers think about the interiors of its Turbostar trains.
Network Rail increases Hope Valley Railway Upgrade work
Continued work in January and February will help to remove historic bottlenecks, increase resilience and improve reliability on the rail line between Manchester and Sheffield.
Southern’s Electrostar fleet gets a new lease of life
GTR has completed the first tranche of Southern's fleet modernisation project to bring better on-board facilities for passengers.
ORR approves new ‘open access’ operator, Grand Union, for UK services
The decision opens up the Great Western Main Line to competition for the first time, with potential for lower fares, improved service quality and innovation for all passengers using the route.
IT company chosen to create the UK government’s Rail Data Marketplace
The Rail Delivery Group has selected TCS to power the industry-first Rail Data Marketplace that aims to spur innovation, enhance passenger experience and streamline freight movements.
Taskforce formed to deliver more reliability during adverse weather
Network Rail, Newcastle University, the Met Office and MetDesk, have teamed up on a Weather Academy pilot programme which aims to identify ways of delivering safer, more reliable train services in Britain during adverse weather.
Top 10 most used train stations in Britain revealed
Eight London stations accoupy the top 10 of most used train stations in Britain, with Birmingham New Street and Manchester Piccadilly also making the list.
Global Centre of Rail Excellence seeks investors for project progress
The Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) is inviting investors from across the world to take an equity stake in its business and support the next phase of the project’s development.