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London Waterloo to close for two days in December for major upgrades
London Waterloo passengers face festive disruption as the station shuts for two days while Network Rail carries out vital upgrade works.
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The Workforce
Crucial to a great performing rail organisation is the well-being of the workforce behind the service. Whether front-line staff, train drivers, track workers, engineers, technicians or top-level management, having a safe, motivated and skilled workforce is imperative for an organisation working in the rail sector.
What are the trends and challenges facing rail’s workforce and how is the industry moving forward to support and develop its employees?
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UK Government confirms next rail operators for nationalisation
UK rail nationalisation progresses as Govia Thameslink Railway, West Midlands, Chiltern and Great Western operators prepare integration into Great British Railways by 2027.
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Transport for London upgrades internal systems cutting manual work by 2,000 hours
TfL aims to modernise internal systems with a new platform, reducing manual workloads and ensuring secure legacy data migration.
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HS2 launches new innovation accelerator to help get the railway back on track
HS2 is calling on tech specialists to develop innovative solutions aimed at improving value, productivity, and safety on the project.
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Futurail secures €7.5 million funding to fast-track autonomous train technology
The €7.5 million investment will fast-track self-driving train technology, helping operators tackle staff shortages while boosting efficiency and reliability
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The future of rail uniforms: combining sustainability, technology and practicality
In celebration of Railway 200, Ann Dowdeswell, CEO of Jermyn Street Design, explores how sustainability, technology and modernisation are shaping the next generation of rail uniforms.
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Alstom opens 100 new rail jobs in Italy as Sesto San Giovanni site celebrates 70 years
Alstom announces 100 new positions across Italy at its historic Sesto San Giovanni site, supporting growth in railway maintenance, innovation, and sustainable mobility.
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South Western Railway expands body-worn cameras as staff assaults rise
South Western Railway expands body-worn cameras for frontline staff as violent incidents double, launching a bold campaign to deter abuse.
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Canada fast-tracks Alto high-speed rail after transformative project recognition
Government recognition of Alto as a transformative project could accelerate Canada’s first high-speed rail construction by several years.
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Government report unveils new effective railway suicide prevention measures
The new study study highlights effective railway suicide prevention methods, including staff support, safety improvements and initiatives to protect passengers nationwide.
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Global Railway Review Autumn/ Winter Issue 2025
Welcome to 2025’s Autumn/ Winter issue of Global Railway Review! The dynamism of our sector has never been more apparent, driven by technological leaps, evolving societal demands, and an urgent global imperative for sustainable solutions.
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Southeastern partners with Sonder to boost staff wellbeing and minimise disruption
Southeastern has partnered with employee care platform Sonder to strengthen workforce resilience, reduce absenteeism and minimise rail disruption for passengers across London, Kent and East Sussex.
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From training to employment more West Midlanders secure jobs on HS2 railway project
Over 12,500 people in the West Midlands are now employed on HS2, with apprenticeships and training programmes helping local residents launch new careers.
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London Underground to be disrupted by strikes, as Coldplay forced to reschedule shows
London Underground to be disrupted by RMT strikes from 7 - 11 September, with Coldplay having to reschedule Wembley shows.
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HS2 creates hundreds of new jobs and apprenticeships as unemployed people gain careers
HS2 continues to upskill and employ jobseekers through training programmes, apprenticeships and work placements, supporting thousands across London, the West Midlands and the Chilterns.
