Wearing of face coverings to be enforced on public transport in Wales
As a result of passengers not following COVID-19 regulations, Transport for Wales has partnered with the British Transport Police to enforce requirements.
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Heathrow Express announces greater ticket flexibility as part of its fully digital future
As the dedicated airport express service gears up for customers reviving their travel plans following the outbreak of COVID-19, Heathrow Express has announced greater ticket flexibility as part of a fully digital future.
Get passengers back on board trains with better fares deals, says watchdog
Independent watchdog, Transport Focus, is calling on the UK government and train companies to work together to offer passengers better value for money deals to get them back onboard trains.
HS2 Ltd launches Part Two of its Innovation Accelerator recruitment programme
Following the overwhelming response to its first call out to tech start-ups and innovative SMEs earlier in 2020, HS2 Ltd has now launched the second tranche of recruitment to its Innovation Accelerator programme.
Landmark R&D agreement signed between HS2 and UKRRIN
The agreement with the UK Rail Research and Innovation Network (UKRRIN) will enable HS2 Ltd to be at the forefront of innovation in the rail sector, and help accelerate new technologies and products from research into market applications globally.
Network Rail’s Chief Executive pledges immediate action following Stonehaven derailment
Andrew Haines, Network Rail’s Chief Executive, has vowed to understand the cause and put immediate additional safety measures in place following the derailment near Stonehaven on 12 August 2020 in which three people died and six were injured.
New report finds investments in stations key to post-COVID-19 recovery
A new report by the Urban Transport Group has outlined that investments in train stations will provide a much needed boost to local economies post-pandemic.
HS2’s first two Tunnel Boring Machines ready to be shipped to the UK
Named Florence and Cecilia, the two Tunnel Boring Machines have been completed in Germany and are now ready to be shipped to the UK to begin the 10-mile-long Chiltern tunnel excavation.
HS2 launches search for high voltage power supply contractors
HS2 Ltd has started the search for specialist contractors to deliver the high voltage power supply systems that will transfer electricity to the UK's new high-speed rail link and enable millions of people to enjoy low carbon journeys between London, Birmingham and the north of England.
Digital secure radio system introduced across Network Rail Southern region
The new radio system, Airwave, will help to improve train performance and links with the emergency services by making communication more reliable.
Network Rail reveals Edinburgh Waverley station masterplan concept designs
The concept designs feature plans to completely transform Waverley train station, making it a more accessible site for passengers.
Trenitalia c2c welcomes the publication of the Essex Thameside Capacity Study
Trenitalia c2c has welcomed the Essex Thameside Capacity Study by Network Rail, which confirms that its digital signalling project has been included as one of the solutions for Essex’s long-term rail capacity needs.
Scottish government funds timber transportation trial to encourage modal shift
By funding the trial of transporting timber across Northern Scotland, the government is supporting the rail freight industry and a modal shift.
Irish Rail appoints Atkins for consultancy on Kildare Line expansion
Atkins, with its joint venture partners, will be responsible for multi-disciplinary services for the 20km expansion of the DART network’s Kildare Line.
£40 million improvements at Stevenage station to improve reliability of services
The new platform and track at Stevenage station will improve the reliability of Great Northern, Thameslink and London North Eastern Railway services.