Images: Major railway upgrades in Stalybridge reach halfway point
The Transpennine Route Upgrade has reached the halfway point in Stalybridge, bringing passengers one step closer to fully electrified trains.
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South Western Railway praised for workplace inclusivity
South Western Railway have been recognised for making progress in fostering an inclusive workplace and culture.
Network Rail to reinforce reliability in Norfolk and Suffolk
Network Rail are preparing for a package of works in Norfolk and Suffolk during spring 2023 to increase reliability on various lines.
Railtex 2023: Full steam ahead with an exciting programme
The rail industry will gather for Railtex 2023 at the NEC in Birmingham from 9 - 11 May 2023 to discuss key topics.
Great British Railways Transition Team publish first passenger journey analysis
GBRTT has shared its first passenger analysis to develop insights into the reasons people are taking the train and the wider implications for the industry.
DB Cargo UK conducts HVO emissions testing
DB Cargo UK has teamed with GTS and Toton TMD to test the impact of using Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil to power locomotives.
RIA sets out plan to grow rail exports and boost UK trade
The RIA has submitted a series of recommendations to the International Trade Select Committee Inquiry setting out how the UK can grow rail exports and boost trade.
CSX announce launch of new Carbon Calculator
CSX has announced the launch of an enhanced carbon emissions reduction calculator which will help companies reach their sustainability goals.
First South Wales Metro tram-train arrives at Taff’s Well depot
The first brand new South Wales Metro tram-train has arrived at the Transport for Wales’ new depot in Taff’s Well.
GTR to operate Class 717 fleet with in-cab digital signalling
GTR have received authorisation from the ORR to place its Class 717 fleet into passenger service with in-cab digital signalling.
IMAGES: HS2 reveals final design for the North Portal of the Chiltern Tunnel
HS2 has revealed the final design for the North Portal of the Chiltern Tunnel, the last of seven key design elements for the project’s longest tunnel.
Derby selected as new home of Great British Railways
Following a long search, the UK Government have announced Derby as the new home of Great British Railways.
Stadler and Trenitalia sign framework agreement for EUROLIGHT Dual locomotives
Stadler and Trenitalia have signed an agreement for the supply of up to 50 EUROLIGHT Dual locomotives with a first call-off order for 13 units.
Network Rail begin work on new railway footbridge at Strathbungo in Glasgow’s southside
Network Rail’s work to install the new railway footbridge on Glasgow's southside is part of the Glasgow to Barrhead electrification project.
LTG Cargo customers saved 70 million kilograms of CO2 in 2022
By using intermodal freight transportation between Lithuania and the Western countries, LTG Cargo customers have saved almost 70 million kilograms of carbon dioxide in 2022.