First of new Stansted Express electric trains begin operation
The first two of 12 new Stadler electric trains have begun operation on the Stansted Express route, marking the start of the final phase of the programme.
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Scotland reveals plans for decarbonised rail services by 2035
Transport Scotland's 'Rail Services Decarbonisation Action Plan' outlines ambitious targets for the sustainable future of the country's railway.
GTR partners with Amazon to introduce click and collect services at stations
By introducing the Amazon Hub Lockers across its network, Govia Thameslink Railway adds another layer of convenience for its passengers.
All train operators in Britain now recognise the Sunflower scheme
All train operators in Britain and Network Rail are now signed up to the Sunflower scheme, designed to enable people with non-visible disabilities to discreetly let others know that they might require a little more time, support or assistance when travelling.
New Thameslink information screens at St Pancras improve passenger experience
Thameslink passengers using St Pancras station will now benefit from clearer, more comprehensive information on seven new screens at the street-level entrance to the operator’s subterranean platforms.
Plans for Birmingham International Station transformation enter new design stage
Stakeholders in the Birmingham International Station transformation project have agreed a crucial design stage, moving the development forward.
New investment announced to improve mobile connectivity across UK rail
The UK government has dedicated £200,000 to develop better mobile connectivity for passengers when travelling across the UK rail network.
HS2 approves implementation of Project Bank Accounts across Phase One
By approving the use of PBAs, HS2 is restoring confidence in small and medium enterprises amidst drastic economic uncertainty due to COVID-19.
£590 million investment announced for Northern UK rail upgrades
The investment will kickstart the development of the Transpennine line between Leeds, Huddersfield and Manchester, improving connectivity across the North.
GB Railfreight announce new Southampton-East Midlands intermodal route
The new route highlights GB Railfreight's efforts to expand its intermodal offering, representing its 20th intermodal service to date.
Report for 2019/20 published by Transport for Wales
The annual report outlines Transport for Wales' achievements during 2019/20, as well as its efforts to limit the impact of COVID-19.
Vortex IoT to provide a fully operational RODIO-TSM to Network Rail by March 2021
Vortex IoT is set to provide a fully operational and validated RODIO-TSM product - the Rail Optical Detection of Intrusions and Obstructions – Tunnel and Station Monitoring solution - to be demonstrated on Network Rail’s infrastructure by March 2021.
HS2 shows commitment to improve employment outcomes for BAME workers
HS2 Ltd has signed up to the Business in the Community’s Race at Work Charter, an initiative designed to improve employment outcomes for black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) employees in the UK.
Video shows how HS2 will improve rail freight capacity in Britain
HS2 Ltd has released a new video to showcase how Britain’s new high-speed railway will provide a greener future by enabling new train paths on the existing network which can be used to move more goods by rail.
London HS2 contractors launch scheme to improve skills and benefit local communities
HS2 Minister, Andrew Stephenson MP has launched a major social legacy programme to be delivered by HS2 London contractors SCS called 'Empowering Communities', intended to benefit communities along the final part of the HS2 route into London.