All Funding, franchising & reform articles – Page 3
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NewsFirstGroup selected as TfL’s preferred operator for London Overground contract
Transport for London has selected FirstGroup for the new London Overground operator contract, awarding an eight-year deal to run and improve services.
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NewsRail Freight Group urges MPs to safeguard freight in Railways Bill
Rail Freight Group has told MPs that urgent amendments are needed to the Railways Bill 2025 to secure freight growth and competitiveness.
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NewsGovernment unveils Great British Railways branding ahead of parliamentary Railways Bill debate
New Great British Railways branding and livery revealed as Railways Bill enters parliamentary debate later today, signalling a reset of Britain’s rail management and customer experience.
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NewsPublicly owned train operators drive major new UK fleet investment
UK publicly owned train operators are advancing significant fleet procurements designed to modernise services, boost accessibility and improve performance for passengers.
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NewsCardiff Central redevelopment approved as major station overhaul begins 2026
A £77 million funding boost has cleared the way for Cardiff Central’s 2026 rebuild, transforming capacity and passenger experience at Wales’ busiest station.
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NewsRIA survey shows UK rail market confidence falling among business leaders
A new Railway Industry Association survey of 125 rail business leaders reveals falling confidence, recruitment freezes and fears of a work hiatus across the UK rail market.
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RMT condemns rising rail worker attacks as shrinking British Transport Police presence bites
Assaults on UK rail staff have reportedly surged as British Transport Police numbers decline, prompting RMT to demand urgent government action and new protections.
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NewsUK rail fare revenue rises 8 per cent as government subsidy for operations declines
Fare revenue for Great Britain’s rail network increased to £11.5 billion, reducing government funding while passenger journeys near pre-pandemic levels and costs continue to rise.
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NewsGovernment freezes rail fares in England for first time in 30 years
The Chancellor confirms the first national rail fare freeze in three decades, promising savings for passengers and investment in rail reform.
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NewsContactless rail travel extended to all London airports with Stansted and Southend upgrade
From 14 December, passengers can tap in and out at all London airports as government-backed upgrades extend contactless rail ticketing.
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NewsRail industry expands Disabled Persons Railcard eligibility to make train travel more accessible for everyone
The Disabled Persons Railcard will now include non-visible disabilities, simplify applications, and ensure fair, affordable travel across Britain, supporting passengers and one accompanying adult.
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NewsNEXRAIL orders Stadler EURO9000 hybrid locomotives to drive zero-emission rail freight across Europe
NEXRAIL will deploy up to 200 Stadler EURO9000 panto-battery locomotives, combining electric and battery power to deliver sustainable, zero-emission freight transport across European corridors.
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NewsUnion Pacific recognises customers and suppliers driving sustainability and innovation in freight operations across America
Union Pacific honoured 16 customers and suppliers for innovative sustainability initiatives, highlighting collaboration, environmental stewardship, and measurable progress towards greener, more efficient freight transport solutions.
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NewsLandmark railways bill to create Great British Railways and improve passenger services nationwide
The UK government introduces the Railways Bill, establishing Great British Railways to simplify ticketing, improve reliability, strengthen passenger rights and modernise rail services across Britain.
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NewsNew York Penn Station reaches key milestone under 'Trump Time'
USDOT and Amtrak have reached three major milestones in the New York Penn Station Transformation Project, aiming to modernise operations and enhance passenger experience.
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NewsAlstom urges global leaders to make rail central to decarbonised transport at COP30 in Brazil
At COP30 in Brazil, Alstom highlights rail as the most efficient, sustainable, and inclusive mode of transport, sponsoring the first-ever Transport Pavilion.
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NewsTurkey begins building national high-speed train factory to boost domestic rail production and reduce imports
Turkey has started constructing its first national high-speed train factory in Sakarya, aiming to strengthen domestic rail production, create jobs, and reduce foreign dependency.
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NewsVirgin Trains gains Temple Mills access approval paving way for new international Channel Tunnel services
Virgin Trains has secured approval from the rail regulator for Temple Mills depot access, unlocking plans for cross-Channel services linking London with Europe.
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59% of Britons would judge someone caught fare dodging negatively according to new study
New research from South Western Railway reveals 59% of Britons would judge fare dodgers, as the operator launches a campaign tackling nationwide ticket evasion.
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ArticleSurge’s rail-first approach aims to bring affordable internet to Indonesia
Surge is using a “railway-first” fibre network strategy to transform Indonesia’s broadband market. By building along railway corridors, partnering with the national rail operator, Huawei, and local ISPs, the company aims to deliver faster, more affordable internet while advancing national goals for digital inclusion and education.