HS2 launch new construction apprenticeships
HS2 have launched a new apprenticeship programme with construction partner EKFB which is designed to provide applicants with hands-on insight.
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Siemens Mobility extend service contract for rail vehicles in the North of England
As part of the €530 million contract extension, Siemens Mobility will maintain 51-strong Class 185 train fleet for a further eight years, until 2031.
GTR’s first Class 387/1 completes static testing of digital ETCS in-cab signalling equipment
As part of the East Coast Digital Programme, GTR’s first Class 387/1 Great Northern Electrostar train has completed static testing of new digital ETCS in-cab signalling equipment.
Tesmec Rail and Škoda Group sign collaboration agreement for green solutions
Tesmec Rail have signed a collaboration agreement with Škoda Group for electrically powered traction solutions.
Amtrak Virginia sets another ridership record in April
The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority has announced that ridership on the Amtrak Virginia service saw a 53.2% increase in April 2023 over April 2022.
Northern announce new interim Regional Director for the North West
Northern have announced that Craig Harrop will be the new interim Regional Director for Northern in the North West.
Minnesota transportation bill approves funding for Northern Lights Express
Minnesota has passed a transportation bill that includes nearly $195 million in funding for the Northern Lights Express, a passenger rail line that would connect Minneapolis and Duluth.
SWR complete major refurbishment on 85-year-old Malden Manor station
South Western Railway have completed a major refurbishment on Malden Manor station ahead of its 85th birthday.
New proposals bring East West Rail Oxford-Cambridge rail service one step closer
East West Railway Company has published its East West Rail update which details plans to bring investment to the Oxford and Cambridge region.
Northern appoint new Regional Director for Yorkshire, Humberside and East Midlands
Northern have announced that Kerry Peters will succeed Tony Baxter as the Regional Director in Yorkshire, Humberside and the East Midlands.
Old Northern uniforms to be recycled into insulation
Northern are set to recycle old uniforms no longer needed by staff as part of a new environmental push.
HS2 bridge receives planning from Birmingham City Council
Birmingham City Council approve plans for new HS2 Ltd Curzon No.2 viaduct
UNIFE and CER welcome the outcome of Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation negotiations
The outcome of the negotiations on the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation now includes rail under its scope.
Images: Network Rail to refurbish 130-year-old footbridge
Network Rail have begun work to fully repair and restore a 130-year-old footbridge at Beverley station in Yorkshire.
Southeastern to ban e-Scooters
Southeastern are enforcing a ban on e-Scooters from 1 June due to concerns over the fire risk they pose when taken aboard trains.