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SWR Install Lifesaving Defibrillators at All Staffed Stations
17 October 2023 | By Emily Budgen
SWR have installed life-saving, accessible, automated defibrillators in all staffed stations, available for use by the local community.
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DfT and FirstGroup reach agreement on future of SWR and Avanti
11 December 2020 | By Global Railway Review
The agreement with DfT has outlined that FirstGroup will not be required pay a pre-existing franchise agreement termination sum for Avanti, but must pay a contribution of £33.2 million for SWR.
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SWR sustainability results show positive environmental impact
14 October 2019 | By
SWR's second-year sustainability results show how the franchise is lowering carbon emissions and helping local communities.
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An industry first – SWR launch boarding assistance service for customers
6 August 2021 | By Global Railway Review
South Western Railway (SWR) has announced the launch of Assisted Boarding Points, the rail industry’s first assistance service for passengers, allowing for a far more efficient travel experience.
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SWR install new Living Wall at Portsmouth Harbour station
15 April 2022 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review)
SWR have installed a new living wall at Portsmouth Harbour which is set to reduce air pollution, boost diversity, and reduce stress levels.
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SWR closures: Landslip at Crewkerne closes railway line
6 December 2023 | By Emily Budgen
The line between Salisbury and Exeter is currently closed due to a landslip at Crewkerne. Network Rail and SWR urge customers not to travel.
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SWR and Northern rail services affected by ASLEF strike
24 January 2024 | By Emily Budgen
UK rail operators South Western Railway (SWR) and Northern have announced their services which will be affected by upcoming ASLEF strikes.
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SWR’s Island Line upgrade earns prestigious sustainability rating
7 July 2022 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review)
SWR’s £26 million upgrade of the Island Line receives a ‘Good’ CEEQUAL rating, with sustainable development at the heart of the project.
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Class 707 train lease extension to boost SWR fleet availability
11 January 2022 | By Global Railway Review
South Western Railway has retained 12 Class 707 trains, extending the original lease period until August 2022, improving availability and capacity on the network’s suburban routes.
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SWR complete major refurbishment on 85-year-old Malden Manor station
29 May 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review)
South Western Railway have completed a major refurbishment on Malden Manor station ahead of its 85th birthday.
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SWR and University of Portsmouth develop algorithm to reduce rail delays
3 August 2021 | By Global Railway Review
In news that will bring good news to many commuters, the first algorithm to detect delays automatically on the tracks has been developed.
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SWR to trial AI system to provide real-time train capacity information
22 April 2021 | By Global Railway Review
The onboard system utilises artificial intelligence and existing CCTV cameras to ‘count’ the number of passengers in each carriage in real-time in order to aid social distancing.
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SWR celebrates its smart ticketing facilities for ‘Smart Week’
18 October 2019 | By Global Railway Review
'Smart Week' sees South Western Railway showcasing its range of smart ticketing options, which are currently being used for 56 per cent of journeys.
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SWR and Network Rail to reopen 143-year-old pier to trains
2 June 2023 | By Elliot Robinson (Editorial Assistant - Global Railway Review)
South Western Railway and Network Rail have confirmed that Ryde Pier will reopen to trains after a large programme of renewal work to give it further life.
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SWR’s upgraded Island Line is set to relaunch on 1 November 2021
27 September 2021 | By Global Railway Review
South Western Railway has announced the reopening of the transformed Island Line, which aims to launch on 1 November 2021, subject to train safety tests to be successfully completed.
