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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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Ady Moores joins Blu Wireless as CFO, bringing strong scale-up expertise to support its global commercial expansion and innovation strategy.
How often is it possible to hear people wistfully remembering the old ways, the so-called ‘glory days’ and lamenting that ‘it was all so much better when…’? This is usually as a result of having engaged in a widely enjoyed pastime of looking back over the shoulder and gazing longingly…
DFTO train operators and staff earn top award nominations for their contributions to gender equality and industry inclusion.
TPE unveils upgraded Newcastle depot with new gym, kitchen, and break room to support staff wellbeing and mental health.
Bogdan Godziejewski has been appointed president of IRSE, aiming to drive digital transformation and support the career development of future railway signalling leaders.
TransPennine Express’s managing director, Chris Jackson, has been appointed a patron of a charity which provides vital support to those working in the public transport industry.
It’s hard not to have a sense of groundhog day in rail currently. It feels that we’ve, over the course of the last decade at least, repeatedly been led back to the promise of a great change / rebrand / innovative approach that will transform the way we deliver railways…
At Pandrol, your track challenges are their priority. You can speak to one of their rail experts at the various global exhibitions and conferences they attend, as well as at their latest webinar!
Harry Bateman and Barry Calder from Alstom received top honours at the YRP Awards 2025, recognising their contributions to diversity, innovation, and leadership in rail.
The Rail Academy has acquired 80% of Rail Recruiter to offer a comprehensive solution for recruitment and training, addressing the UK rail industry's impending skills gap.
Sir Andrew Haines, Chief Executive of Network Rail, has advised the Board that he has decided to retire from the company in October 2025.
A new train operating company, named Gemini, is being established to offer competitive fares and high-quality, frequent train services between the UK and continental Europe. Chaired by industry veteran Lord Tony Berkeley, Gemini services will run initially between London and Paris/Brussels – with further exciting destinations currently being developed.
The East Japan Railway Company (JR East) is pleased to announce a new recruitment category, namely an entry-level position for overseas railway project engineers, to further develop railway business across the globe.
This video introduces the campaign to restore international rail services to Ashford and Ebbsfleet, featuring key political figures and stakeholders.
Alistair Geddes joins Costain as rail sector director to support growth, leveraging his expertise from Balfour Beatty and major UK infrastructure projects.
