Network Rail publish action plan detailing future relationships with SMEs
The plan outlines Network Rail's recognition of the importance of small and medium enterprises and its intention to work closer with them.
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Crossrail confirms central section of Elizabeth line to open in summer 2021
In its latest update on progress to complete the Elizabeth line, Crossrail Ltd has confirmed that it plans to open the central section between Paddington and Abbey Wood in summer 2021.
Chiltern Railways appoints new Engineering and Safety Director
Ian Hyde joins Chiltern from Northern Railways, and will be responsible for train maintenance and sustainability, among other duties.
Siemens Mobility reveals plans for research and innovation centre
A planning application has been submitted on behalf of Siemens for the new research, development and innovation centre in Goole, East Yorkshire.
Industry responds to England’s Northern franchise announcement
A statement released by Grant Shapps, Secretary of State for Transport, has raised concerns over the financial viability of the Northern franchise operated by Arriva Rail North.
New Measurement Train maintenance contract awarded by Network Rail
Loram UK will be responsible for five years of maintenance on the New Measurement Train, representing approximately £8 million of investment.
Network Rail to optimise rail network through collaboration with EIC
The partnership will see EIC help the infrastructure manager explore a range of solutions to help improve the reliability of its electrical network.
Network Rail awards 82 contracts to deliver design services across the UK
The 82 design contracts have been awarded to a total of 34 suppliers and represents up to £640 million of investment by 2029.
Alstom to refurbish and maintain Avanti West Coast Pendolinos
The £642 million contract between Avanti West Coast and Alstom will modernise the Pendolino fleet, which originally went into operation in 2003.
ORR increases operator charges on High Speed 1 line
ORR have stated that operators using the High Speed 1 rail line will be expected to collectively pay £25.9 million annually.
New algorithm to improve rail operational performance wins HackTrain VI
CodingCat's winning entry to HackTrain VI found that there was spare capacity in parts of Britain's rail network that could be used to improve operations.
Northern improves passenger service through station developments
Over 1,000 station improvements have been made across England's Northern network, with more planned to be undertaken throughout 2020.
Northam joins Zonegreen’s new generation
Sheffield-based rail safety specialist, Zonegreen, has upgraded its technology at a second Siemens UK depot, as part of a major midlife overhaul programme for the operator.
ORR reports significant progress made in Network Rail savings plans
Network Rail is currently making progress ahead of target, being on track to deliver £391 million of efficiency savings in 2019 and 2020.
Transport Scotland announce Abellio ScotRail contract to end early
Following in-depth analysis of the franchise, it has been announced that Abellio's contract will end early, in March 2022.