Northern removes first three outdated Pacers from network
Three Pacers have been removed and returned to owning company Angel Trains, with many more to follow in the coming weeks.
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Fifth rail freight service launched by iPort Rail to accommodate demand
It is the fifth service launched within a 13-month period, and will be operated by GB Railfreight from iPort Doncaster to Felixstowe.
First Rail appoints Managing Director for Non-Franchised Businesses
Andy Mellors will leave his current position at South Western Railway in order to undertake the new role at First Rail from 6 January 2020.
Avanti West Coast revealed as name for new InterCity West Coast rail franchise
FirstGroup and Trenitalia have unveiled that Avanti West Coast will be the name of the new InterCity West Coast rail franchise in the UK, heralding a new era of innovative high-speed rail services.
New managing directors announced for West Coast Partnership rail franchise
FirstGroup and Trenitalia have announced two new managing directors and confirmed the company's executive team for the West Coast Partnership rail franchise.
Arup appointed by RSSB for review of hydrogen trains case
Arup's responsibilities will help to inform specific design solutions for hydrogen-powered trains, factoring in safety and operation risks.
Newest Northern train fleet reaches two million journeys milestone
Following the launch of the first train in July 2019, Northern's newest fleet have reached a landmark two million customer journeys.
Passengers urged to take care after increase in alcohol-related incidents
Newly released figures from Network Rail and the British Transport Police show a 30 per cent increase in alcohol-related incidents on the railway.
Transport for Wales to increase Sunday rail services by 40 per cent
Rail services throughout Wales will benefit from the Sunday Railway Revolution, contributing to the creation of a truly seven-day railway.
FTA insists government must secure future of HS2
Following uncertainty regarding the future of High Speed Two, FTA has called on government to reassure businesses of its future commitments.
Northern place one third of new Class 195 and Class 331 fleet into service
33 of the planned 101 new trains are already in service on various routes, following a £500 million investment from Northern.
Eurostar announces new environmental commitments for 25th anniversary
The new commitments include plastic-free service, planting a tree for every Eurostar train service, and gaining a third star from the SRA for food service.
Interoperable ITSO smartcards introduced on Scottish rail
The single ITSO smartcard will intergrate 16 previously unconnected paper ticket and smartcard systems, allowing for an easier and smoother journey.
Britain’s rail regions take on more responsibility for project delivery
Network Rail's new geographic regions will now take on accountability for the delivery of projects within their region as part of the company's transformation.
Crossrail’s Chief Executive announces further delay to Elizabeth line opening
Mark Wild, Chief Executive of Crossrail Ltd has said the Elizabeth line will now not be fully open before 2021, explaining that further time is needed to complete software development for the signalling and train systems and the safety approvals process.