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The Rail Freight Group unveils a new manifesto aimed at…
14 June 2024 | By Global Railway Review
The Rail Freight Group unveils a new manifesto aimed at enhancing sustainability and economic efficiency through expanded rail freight initiatives across Great Britain.
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A new report, published by the Mineral Products Association (MPA),…
4 January 2024 | By Emily Budgen
A new report, published by the Mineral Products Association (MPA), has made the case for more freight rail into the Greater Manchester area.
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With 2022 drawing to a close, the UK Rail Minister…
9 December 2022 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review)
With 2022 drawing to a close, the UK Rail Minister has visited Kings Cross to mark a year of delivery for the East Coast Digital Programme.
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The Rail Freight Group (RFG) has welcomed the announcement that…
22 November 2021 | By Global Railway Review
The Rail Freight Group (RFG) has welcomed the announcement that the North Transpennine route is due to be upgraded to allow shipping containers to be moved by rail.
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The groundbreaking Transport Decarbonisation Plan includes the aim to create…
14 July 2021 | By Global Railway Review
The groundbreaking Transport Decarbonisation Plan includes the aim to create a net zero rail network by 2050.
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The UK government has announced the formation of a new…
20 May 2021 | By Global Railway Review
The UK government has announced the formation of a new public body, Great British Railways, which will bring the UK's railways under single, accountable national leadership.
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In order to meet the government’s legally binding net zero…
22 April 2021 | By Global Railway Review
In order to meet the government’s legally binding net zero commitments, 15 UK rail industry stakeholders have called for an immediate programme of electrification.
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Network Rail has published its ambitious Environmental Sustainability Strategy which…
24 September 2020 | By Global Railway Review
Network Rail has published its ambitious Environmental Sustainability Strategy which forms a key part of its ambition for Britain's railways to be the cleanest, greenest form of mass transport.
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The FTA and the Rail Freight Group (RFG) have praised…
6 May 2020 | By Global Railway Review
The FTA and the Rail Freight Group (RFG) have praised the role of rail in supporting the public, logistics industry and wider UK economy as it steps up to deliver essential items across the nation during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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As the COVID-19 crisis continues, every part of our daily…
17 April 2020 | By Maggie Simpson
As the COVID-19 crisis continues, every part of our daily life and the economy is being affected. Rail freight is a key service keeping the UK running, the lights on and the supermarkets filled, but it too is affected by the impact of this pandemic. So, what are the areas…
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Biomass fuel arrives by rail to Yorkshire’s Drax power station,…
2 April 2020 | By Global Railway Review
Biomass fuel arrives by rail to Yorkshire’s Drax power station, Royal Mail post goes by rail between London and Glasgow, and petrol for West Midlands arrives by rail from Humberside.
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Following a year of interviews, we look back at the…
16 January 2020 | By Leah Hockley - Global Railway Review
Following a year of interviews, we look back at the highlights and common themes of what was learnt and discussed by the women of the industry.
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Director General of the Rail Freight Group (RFG)
24 September 2019 | By Global Railway Review
Director General of the Rail Freight Group (RFG)
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Scottish rail freight is set to benefit from investment from…
14 May 2019 | By Global Railway Review
Scottish rail freight is set to benefit from investment from Government which is expected to total £25 million in bid to increase innovation in the industry.
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The way the UK runs its railway is often at…
17 April 2019 | By Global Railway Review
The way the UK runs its railway is often at the centre of high-profile discussions. Some recent operational challenges have led to criticism of the system and a review of the sector. Despite this, there are ambitious plans to ensure the rail system continues to benefit passengers and support freight.…