SYSTRA appoints Riona Ainge as Sustainability Lead
SYSTRA has appointed Riona Ainge as Sustainability Lead to drive the company’s environmental and social value initiatives, focusing on carbon reduction and community impact.
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Britain’s gets new longest rail bridge in major HS2 milestone
HS2 has achieved a significant milestone with the completion of the Colne Valley Viaduct, now the longest rail bridge in Britain, surpassing a 137-year-old record.
Station assistant reflects on life-saving intervention for World Suicide Prevention Day 2024
To mark World Suicide Prevention Day 2024, Great Northern station assistant Wendy Davidson shares her experience of a life-saving intervention that highlights the importance of vigilance and training in preventing crises.
Alstom unveils industry-leading maternity and adoption policy in the UK
Alstom has introduced a pioneering UK maternity and adoption policy offering full pay for up to 12 months, reinforcing its commitment to gender equality and supporting female retention in the workforce.
Govia Thameslink Railway appoints new Chief Finance Officer
Govia Thameslink Railway has appointed John Gerrard as its new Chief Finance Officer, effective November 2024, succeeding Ralph Pidlsey, who is retiring after supporting GTR's post-pandemic recovery.
Good News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover Northern’s £100,000 boost for social mobility across Northern England, Luton Station’s new artwork to enhance passenger experience and TPE’s late-night service for Jonas Brothers fans after a Manchester concert.
DP World named Business of the Year at RFG Awards 2024
DP World has been named Business of the Year at the RFG Awards 2024 for its rail freight innovations, with Freightliner and other industry leaders also honoured for their contributions.
South East rail stations to introduce tap-in tap-out technology for easier travel
Passengers in the South East will benefit from simpler, more flexible train travel as 47 stations introduce tap-in tap-out contactless payment technology from 22 September 2024.
HS2 project completes first viaduct in Northamptonshire
The HS2 project has completed its first viaduct in Northamptonshire, marking a key milestone in the construction of the high-speed rail line set to connect London and the North.
UK government launches major rail reform with Shadow Great British Railways initiative
Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has launched Shadow Great British Railways, marking the start of a major overhaul aimed at unifying rail services and infrastructure to improve reliability and prioritise passenger experience.
Arriva’s Grand Central seeks to extend track access rights until 2038
Grand Central is seeking to extend its track access rights until 2038, aiming to secure services and invest in new Bi-Mode trains to enhance capacity, modernise its fleet and reduce environmental impact.
Good News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover Northern's biodiversity efforts at train stations, Waterloo Station's achievement of the Autism Friendly Award and TfL's new Liberty Line launch alongside its search for local heroes.
Nine start-ups join forces with UK train operators to innovate rail industry
Nine start-ups have been selected to collaborate with UK train operators in the Future Labs programme, aiming to drive innovation in the rail industry through a 12-week mentorship and real-world testing initiative.
Network Rail offers discount on track access charges to boost rail freight
Network Rail is offering a six-month waiver on track access charges to train operators, aiming to boost rail freight and reduce road congestion and carbon emissions.
GTR to combat antisocial behaviour with new security initiatives
Govia Thameslink Railway has appointed Hannah Lindsay as its first Security Improvement Manager to lead a £2.5 million initiative aimed at combating antisocial behaviour across the network.