Crossrail transfers Paddington Elizabeth line station to TfL
The station becomes the latest addition to the now six stations transferred from Crossrail to Transport for London (TfL), which will operate the new transformational Elizabeth line.
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Translink releases new employee communications app
Translink, Northern Ireland’s main public transport provider, announces the launch of its new employee communication ‘Spirit’ app, available to all employees working for the organisation.
Transport for Wales signs contract to purchase engineering firm
Transport for Wales (TfW), the not-for-profit organisation established by the Welsh government, has signed a deal with Colas Rail UK to buy Pullman Rail Limited.
TRB collaborates with Hitachi on new UK rail project
TRB is starting a new project as part of its long-term partnership with Hitachi, this involves the manufacture of toilet panels, partitions and doors.
An industry first – SWR launch boarding assistance service for customers
South Western Railway (SWR) has announced the launch of Assisted Boarding Points, the rail industry’s first assistance service for passengers, allowing for a far more efficient travel experience.
Returning rail passengers welcomed back by upgraded train stations
Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR)’s multimillion-pound improvement programme promises returning Great Northern, Thameslink and Southern rail commuters a finer station and travel experience.
Proposal aims to improve passengers’ access to Rail Ombudsman
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) proposes a new code of practice, with the intention to reduce the time it takes for commuter complaints to be responded to by the Rail Ombudsman.
Network Rail completes digitalisation trial for critical rail track renewals
Network Rail and The Central Railway Systems Alliance (CRSA) have completed a successful digitalisation trial for critical rail track renewal processes, paving the way for future deployment with frontline maintenance teams.
SWR and University of Portsmouth develop algorithm to reduce rail delays
In news that will bring good news to many commuters, the first algorithm to detect delays automatically on the tracks has been developed.
HS2 to use 3D concrete printing to help cut carbon on project by up to 50%
In a UK first, on-site 3D reinforced concrete printing is set to deliver environmental, cost and community benefits for Britain’s new high-speed rail network.
Zonegreen transforms historic depot with cutting edge technology
Sheffield-based Zonegreen has installed its very latest rail safety technology at a depot famed for servicing steam locomotives.
DfT launches strategy to improve transport access for disabled passengers
The Department for Transport (DfT) has unveiled a range of initiatives to remove barriers and improve confidence for disabled people as they return to trains after the pandemic.
Testing gets underway on new FLIRTs for Transport for Wales
The Fast Light Intercity and Regional Trains (FLIRTs) are being tested in Switzerland before being transferred to South Wales for further tests on the Wales and Borders network.
GB Railfreight completes upgrade to Eastleigh and Bescot LDCs for Network Rail
GB Railfreight (GBRf) has completed two major upgrade projects aimed at improving vital Local Distribution Centres (LDCs) in Eastleigh and Bescot.
Viper Innovations: Leading the way for SMEs carbon-neutral challenge
Viper Innovations are calling for more UK SME businesses to ‘do their bit’ to combat global warming through carbon offsetting and carbon footprint reduction.