Heathrow Express named by passengers as best UK rail service in 2019
Among Heathrow Express' top rated areas was overall passenger satisfaction and value for money, following efforts to improve service and ticket pricing.
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Transport Focus publishes 2019 National Rail Passenger Survey
The survey's results show that overall passenger satisfaction has increased, but passengers in various regions across the UK are still suffering from less than optimal performance.
Connectivity to be improved as UK government set to restore historic lines
£500 million has been pledged by the government to put historic rail lines back into operation, improving connectivity for communities across the country.
Fugro’s train-borne track measurement system approved by Network Rail
Fugro's RILA technology has been utilised by Network Rail since 2013 and has officially gained approval for use in platform gauging.
UK’s rail regulator to undertake railway signalling market study
The ORR's study will focus on the level of competition for the delivery of significant signalling projects in a bid to limit Network Rail's spend on signalling.
Northern highlights engineering expertise in train modernisation programme
UK train operating company, Northern, has revealed the processes and expertise that is required in order to transform and modernise its rolling stock.
Midlands Connect signs agreement to improve Birmingham Airport access
Midlands Connect will work with Birmingham Airport to improve rail and road access, including supporting the development of Midlands Engine Rail and HS2.
Merseyrail named as UK’s most punctual rail operator
Following its best performance year in 2019, Merseyrail has been named the most punctual rail operator for the second year in a row.
Network Rail unveils plans to better protect vital rail line in south Devon
The line is currently the only one connecting Cornwall and Devon with the rest of the UK and needs to be better protected from cliff falls, land slips and damage caused by extreme weather.
Midlands Connect Chairman raises HS2 delay concerns to Boris Johnson
Sir John Peace has written to Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson, warning him that any delay or downgrade of High Speed Two (HS2) would be a betrayal of the Midlands and the North, and urging him to publish the Oakervee review in full as soon as possible.
Refurbished Class 442 trains reintroduced into operation by SWR
The four trains were refurbished as part of South Western Railway's wider efforts to improve the passenger experience on its network.
New Greater Anglia train arrives in Essex for safety and performance tests
Following an order for 111 new electric trains from Bombardier, the first train will undergo tests on the Greater Anglia network before entering operation.
London’s busiest stations make passenger experience improvements
Stations at Waterloo, Victoria and London Bridge have all increased their efforts to better the customer experience by making significant improvements.
ORR figures establish Waterloo as Britain’s busiest railway station
Waterloo remained in the top position for the station with the most entries and exits, with only one station outside of London reaching the top 10.
Innovation in UK rail to be encouraged by First of a Kind 2020
FOAK 2020 will search for participants to develop cutting-edge technology that can help make UK rail journeys faster, cleaner and greener.