UK Transport Secretary gives update on HS2 project delivery
Transport Secretary, Mark Harper, has revealed that the next two years will be used to rephase HS2 construction and optimise future delivery of Phase 2a between Birmingham and Crewe.
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The Railway Industry Association launches RailDecarb23
The RIA have launched RailDecarb23, a campaign calling on the UK Government to accelerate plans to decarbonise rail.
Fast-charging battery trial to resume after GWR agrees to purchase Vivarail assets
Great Western Railway has completed the purchase of a number of assets from Vivarail relating to the development of high-performance battery and FastCharge technology.
UK Gov urged to accelerate recovery and avoid decline on Britain’s railway
Rail Partners have called for the Government to enable greater train operator freedom as the industry faces a £2 billion shortfall in revenues and further industrial action.
Extra-wide ticket barriers now open at Gatwick Airport station
Passengers with luggage at Gatwick Airport railway station will now find accessibility easier as new extra-wide ticket gate lines open as part of the station upgrade project.
Research project finds way to enable more freight by rail
A research project by the Rail Safety and Standards Board has discovered a way for UK freight train operators to safely haul more goods wagons per train.
Northern win national customer award for approach to accessible rail travel
Northern has won a national customer experience award for its unique approach to improving accessibility on trains and at stations.
RIA publishes its own RNEP update for members
Three years after the last Rail Network Enhancements Pipeline was published by the UK Government, RIA have published its own RNEP to help quell uncertainty in the sector.
FirstGroup confirm West Coast Partnership contract extension
Comprising operation of Avanti West Coast, the contract extension will now run until the end of March 2023.
HS2 launch search for manager to run new Innovation Investment Fund
The chosen fund manager will act on behalf of partnership members to invest in transport construction start-ups working to deliver Britain’s new high-speed rail network.
South Western Railway commit to reach net zero by 2040
South Western Railway have announced a landmark commitment to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2040 at the latest.
UK rail supply community gather at InnoTrans to promote trade
At InnoTrans 2022, over 120 rail supply companies from across the UK gathered to promote the UK’s global rail offer.
Kevin Foster appointed as new UK Rail Minister
The rail industry sets out the type of support it hopes to see from the UK government, as Kevin Foster MP is appointed as the new Minister of State for Transport with responsibility for rail.
Anne-Marie Trevelyan appointed new UK Secretary of State for Transport
Anne-Marie Trevelyan has been appointed as the new UK Secretary of State for Transport, and the rail industry has reacted to the news.
Network Rail completes improvements at key Elizabeth line station
Completion of modernisation work at Ilford station means Elizabeth line passengers will benefit from step-free access and improved gatelines.