GTR’s new fleet programme passes important milestone
The Siemens-built trains offer passengers full width inter-vehicle gangways, climate-controlled air-conditioning and advanced information systems providing updates in real time…
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Transport for London awards first long-term drone licence
Following an intensive 12-month testing and approval process, drones – or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) – will be used during extensive maintenance work for Transport for London (TfL)…
HS1 Ltd’s new Chairman Designate has been decided
Replacing Rob Holden, Keith Ludeman will become the Chairman of HS1 Ltd in September 2018 and responsible for the progression of High Speed 1…
UK rail regulator to create assisted travel advisory group
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has announced it will create an advisory group to support work on potential updates to the guidance that the rail industry uses to form accessibility policies.
UK’s first tri-mode train is being introduced by Great Western Railway
The tri-mode fleet will provide more seats, improved interior features for passengers and flexible operation on the London and Thames Valley services…
Mobile ticketing now available on Great Western Railway
Tickets can now be purchased on smartphones or tablets across the GWR network, following their ticketing system upgrade…
First Nova 1 bullet train en route to the UK after leaving Japan
TransPennine Express is introducing three fleets of new trains, including 19 new five-carriage trains harnessing Japanese bullet train technology, which will enter service in 2019…
GB Railfreight chooses Alstom for the maintenance of Caledonian Sleepers
Alstom will provide full maintenance support for Class 92 locomotives, securing employment for a production team at their Wembley Depot...
£115 million contract for ‘On Track Machines’ awarded to Balfour Beatty
Balfour Beatty has been awarded the £115 million contract from Network Rail for the supply, operation and maintenance of On Track Machines...
New Caledonian Sleeper trains are now being tested in the UK
The introduction of new trains summarises a wide range of improvements and investments into Caledonian Sleepers since Serco took over the franchise on behalf of the Scottish Government in April 2015…
Network Rail asks companies to challenge their current rail standards
To encourage further improvements and innovations across the UK’s rail network, Network Rail is asking contractors and stakeholders to highlight where standards and regulations need to be changed…
Grand Central Railway begins £9 million Adelante train renovation
The refurbishment programme, once completed, will improve passenger satisfaction with more comfortable and luxurious trains; encouraging more riders to use the rail network…
RSSB has published its 2018-19 Business Plan for a better, safer railway
The Rail Safety and Standards Board are focused on improving the UK’s rail sector and have compiled a plan to help businesses within the industry keep the railway safe and sustainable…
Proposals have been submitted for Gatwick Airport station upgrade
The transformation of Gatwick Airport station is a step closer after a planning application was submitted for the major redevelopments…
Penalty fares altered to protect passengers’ genuine mistakes
Individuals who made sincere mistakes in purchasing the incorrect ticket will hopefully not be treated like fare dodgers now with the new guidance policy in place…