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Northern boss, Tricia Williams, said she is committed to “opening doors” for women in the rail industry.
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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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Global Railway Review unveils all-star Editorial Council to chart course for 2025
Get ready for a new era of rail industry insight! Global Railway Review is thrilled to announce the formation of its dynamic new Editorial Council, a powerhouse of expertise assembled by Editor Elizabeth Jordan to guide the publication into 2025 and beyond.
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Railway Benefit Fund calls on fundraising stars for sporting events
Railway Benefit Fund (RBF) is calling on fitness enthusiasts and community-minded individuals to participate in its upcoming series of events, to offer a unique opportunity to combine personal fitness goals with supporting railway people and their families facing hardship across the UK.
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Cross Party Support Reaffirmed for Women in Transport
The APPG for Women in Transport held its inaugural meeting of this Parliament on 12th February 2025, securing the continued support of Parliamentarians from across the political spectrum in addressing the under-representation of women in the transport industry and being the voice of women using the transport network.
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New apprenticeship rules set to help drive logistics growth
The changes to apprenticeships announced on 11th February by the government will encourage more people to take up vocational training across the logistics sector, according to Logistics UK’s Head of Skills Policy Bethany Windsor.
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RIA to be Green Signals ‘Programme Supporter’
The Railway Industry Association (RIA) has become an official ‘Programme Supporter’ of Green Signals, the widely known and well-respected railway podcast and YouTube video channel.
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Former Transport and Treasury minister joins consultancy
Former UK Transport and Treasury Minister, Charlotte, Baroness Vere, has joined consultancy Stonehaven this week as a Partner, to lead the organisation’s work in transport.
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Photography exhibition celebrates diversity
A new photography exhibition has launched in two major train stations, celebrating the diversity of the team behind TransPennine Express (TPE) during this year’s 200th anniversary of the birth of the modern railway.
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Lumo drives Innovation with new Senior Appointment
Newcastle-based train operator Lumo has announced the strategic appointment of Rachel Firth as Customer Experience and Innovation Manager, reinforcing its commitment to delivering transformative growth and setting new industry standards in modern rail travel.
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Young woman becomes one of the latest Fellows of Institution of Civil Engineers
Five professionals who have been awarded Fellowship by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the highest grade of membership and a globally recognised mark of professional excellence.
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GTR celebrates King’s Trust anniversary milestone
Govia Thameslink Railway, the rail operator responsible for running Southern, Thameslink, Great Northern and Gatwick Express services, has started the New Year by marking a milestone anniversary with the King’s Trust, formally the Prince’s Trust.
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Railway Benefit Fund announces new Chairman
Tim Shoveller, CEO UK/Europe of the Freightliner Group and current Chairman of Railway Benefit Fund (RBF), has retired from his role as RBF Chairman after ten years of dedicated service. David Horne, Managing Director of LNER, will succeed him as Chairman.
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Award sponsors praise winners of RailStaff Awards 2024
Sponsors of the 2024 RailStaff Awards, Land Sherriff, review presenting a top prize at the industry event.
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Porterbrook welcomes new Director for Scotland
Rolling stock financier and asset management company, Porterbrook, has today announced the appointment of David Lister as Director for Scotland.
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