Network Rail’s new £280 million deal will transform passenger experience
Network Rail signs a five-year contract with JCDecaux to handle in-station advertising and the transition to 100 per cent digital advertising.
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Train service punctuality is improving for UK customers in the North
After disappointing timetable problems in May, TPE, Northern and Network Rail have a strong focus on improving the punctuality of their services.
Network Rail agrees £1.46bn commercial estate sale to help fund railway upgrade plan
Network Rail has agreed terms with Telereal Trillium and Blackstone Property Partners for the sale of its commercial estate portfolio. Proceeds from the £1.46 billion transaction will help fund the large-scale railway upgrade plan, bringing major improvements for passengers and reducing the need for taxpayers to fund the railway.
Network Rail procurement launched to find partner for digital transformation
Looking for a train control partner, Network Rail are preparing for the deployment of ETCS on the first major digital railway.
Hull Trains is East Coast Main Line’s top performing long-distance company
Hull Trains has reported strong periods of service reliability and performance, with attention focused on improving the passenger experience.
‘Meerkat’ enhanced warning device to reduce risk at level crossings
To reduce the number of accidents that occur at Britain’s level crossings, Network Rail has agreed to a new type of warning technology.
Britain’s second busiest station sees record leap in passenger satisfaction
The increase in satisfaction at London Victoria is the biggest jump by any station which has not undergone a major redevelopment or upgrade.
More freight will soon be transported along Felixstowe branch line
Public safety will be greatly improved, and 10 additional freight trains will be able to operate, with Network Rail’s new bridge approved.
Network Rail’s new storage facility will save £1.6 million in costs
The strategic new High Output warehouse will save Network Rail millions and improve the efficiency of the warehouse workers.
Greater Manchester railway to be safer and more reliable
Network Rail’s improvements are occurring across the country, striving towards a safe and reliable railway network for all passengers.
Great North Rail Project sees Network Rail invest £18 million in freight sidings
An £18 million investment in the Peak District’s railway is expected to benefit the environment, the economy and the regional road network.
Network Rail’s plan to improve East Coast Main Line is approved
More services, new trains, reduced congestion and shorter journey times will be present on the rail network once Network Rail’s upgrades are complete.
Network Rail uses helicopters to improve the railway in the south
Inspecting the railway by air allows Network Rail to deliver improvements to performance, reliability and safety, without disrupting train services.
Network Rail uses drones to improve safety on south western rail network
Evidence of illegal trespassing and unsafe infrastructure will be captured by the drones and the information sent to the relevant authorities for action.
Aberdeen-Dyce rail enhancements near successful completion
More frequent services, offering more seats, will soon be operating across Scotland as a result of the government-funded rail improvements.