Fugro’s train-borne track measurement system approved by Network Rail
Fugro's RILA technology has been utilised by Network Rail since 2013 and has officially gained approval for use in platform gauging.
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UK’s rail regulator to undertake railway signalling market study
The ORR's study will focus on the level of competition for the delivery of significant signalling projects in a bid to limit Network Rail's spend on signalling.
Merseyrail named as UK’s most punctual rail operator
Following its best performance year in 2019, Merseyrail has been named the most punctual rail operator for the second year in a row.
Network Rail unveils plans to better protect vital rail line in south Devon
The line is currently the only one connecting Cornwall and Devon with the rest of the UK and needs to be better protected from cliff falls, land slips and damage caused by extreme weather.
New Greater Anglia train arrives in Essex for safety and performance tests
Following an order for 111 new electric trains from Bombardier, the first train will undergo tests on the Greater Anglia network before entering operation.
London’s busiest stations make passenger experience improvements
Stations at Waterloo, Victoria and London Bridge have all increased their efforts to better the customer experience by making significant improvements.
Network Rail publish action plan detailing future relationships with SMEs
The plan outlines Network Rail's recognition of the importance of small and medium enterprises and its intention to work closer with them.
New Measurement Train maintenance contract awarded by Network Rail
Loram UK will be responsible for five years of maintenance on the New Measurement Train, representing approximately £8 million of investment.
Network Rail to optimise rail network through collaboration with EIC
The partnership will see EIC help the infrastructure manager explore a range of solutions to help improve the reliability of its electrical network.
Network Rail awards 82 contracts to deliver design services across the UK
The 82 design contracts have been awarded to a total of 34 suppliers and represents up to £640 million of investment by 2029.
New algorithm to improve rail operational performance wins HackTrain VI
CodingCat's winning entry to HackTrain VI found that there was spare capacity in parts of Britain's rail network that could be used to improve operations.
ORR reports significant progress made in Network Rail savings plans
Network Rail is currently making progress ahead of target, being on track to deliver £391 million of efficiency savings in 2019 and 2020.
Podcast dedicated to commuters has been launched by Chiltern Railways
The new podcast series will allow for industry professionals to discuss commuter questions and contribute to topic-led insight pieces.
Mechan adds York to traverser tally
Sheffield-based Mechan is cementing its reputation as the UK’s leading manufacturer of rail traversers, after installing its latest creation at the Holgate depot in York.
Major railway stations in Britain trial initiative to help passengers with hidden disabilities
Four of Britain’s biggest railway stations will now offer passengers with hidden disabilities a discreet way to ask for extra help while making their journeys.