Driving Home for Christmas? Planet Mark says try the train
For those who are considering driving home for Christmas, recent studies by Planet Mark, show taking the train is much more eco-friendly.
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Procurements for Rail Baltica infrastructure announced in Lithuania
Procurements for Rail Baltica's infrastructure projects have been announced in Lithuania. Design work is expected to begin in 2024.
Amtrak and Midwest partners celebrate federal grants for CHIP
A new federal grant has been awarded to Amtrak and their Midwest partners, to create a new Chicago Transportation Hub (CHIP).
Tony Blackburn voices Brent Cross West station opening
National treasure Tony Blackburn is lending his voice to Brent Cross West station's opening on Thameslink services.
HS2’s £1bn boost for British businesses
The construction of HS2 will inject a billion dollar boost into British businesses, as their procurement process for next year begins.
Hitachi Rail pioneers world first Social Product Declaration
Hitachi Rail have pioneered a world first Social Product Declaration (SDP) by tracking the social and ethical impact of their trains.
Rail Baltica has starring role in COP28 discussions
Rail Baltica had a starring role in the discussions held at the COP28 this week, in relation to trans-European sustainability efforts.
Three new battery-only Revolution Very Light Rail vehicles
Eversholt Rail are funding three new Revolution Very Light Rail vehicles for passenger trials and operation, manufactured by TDI in the UK.
Director at Virgin Trains Ticketing reacts to train fare changes
Mark Plowright, the Director at Virgin Trains Ticketing has issued a comment on the recent train fare changes being introduced this week.
Rail Baltica Riga Hub: three years of progress and milestones
It has been three years since Rail Baltica began construction on their central hub in Riga, Latvia. They have since made much progress.
FS Group’s acquisition of Exploris finalised
FS Group have had their acquisition of Exploris finalised, making them the second biggest rail logistics operator in Germany.
SWR closures: Landslip at Crewkerne closes railway line
The line between Salisbury and Exeter is currently closed due to a landslip at Crewkerne. Network Rail and SWR urge customers not to travel.
Union Pacific win ‘perfect score’ for inclusive workplace
Union Pacific Railroad have won a 'perfect score' from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for their commitment to workplace inclusivity.
The Tesmec Group presents corporate volunteering
The Tesmec Group, on the occasion of International Volunteer Day 2023, presented numerous opportunities for corporate volunteering.
East Coast Digital Programme (ECDP) progresses
The East Coast Digital Programme (ECDP) is well underway and has now introduced new customer communications.