All Great Western Railway (GWR) articles
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News£2.3 million transformation completed at Chippenham station
Major forecourt and access upgrades at Chippenham station deliver new cycle hub, improved bus links and enhanced step free access for passengers and the local community.
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ReportGlobal Railway Review’s Track Insight: Energy & Traction 2026
Learn how rail operators are tackling cost, grid, and operational barriers to decarbonise traction, with expert insights on hydrogen, battery, and electrification strategies, plus depot and real-time coordination solutions.
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ArticleDiscontinuous electrification: the commercial verdict on the 'wires everywhere' debate
As battery trains move from pilot to backbone, the rail industry is abandoning the “electrify everything” mindset. With material costs rising and grid resilience under pressure, 2026 marks the point where discontinuous electrification finally aligns commercial reality with proven technology.
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NewsGreat Western Railway introduces UK’s first battery-only passenger train
Great Western Railway launches the UK’s first battery-only passenger train, aiming to cut emissions and support sustainable travel on non-electrified branch lines.
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NewsGreat Western Railway fined £1 million for death of a passenger
Great Western Railway has been fined following the death of Bethan Roper, reinforcing the need for proactive risk management and passenger safety measures on trains.
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NewsUK 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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NewsMitie awarded four-year engineering contract with Great Western Railway
Mitie has signed a four-year contract with Great Western Railway to provide engineering maintenance at over 200 stations and six depots, supporting sustainability and operational efficiency across the GWR network.
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NewsGood News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday,’ we cover Arriva Rail London's partnership with City Harvest to provide 50,000 meals, Railway Mission's celebration of 200 years of the rail industry and TfL’s “In Bloom” gardening competition.
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ArticleThe people behind the wheel – Rachel Geliamassi’s story, Great Western Railway
For the latest instalment of ‘The people behind the wheel’ series, Rachel Geliamassi, Customer Service Director at Great Western Railway, spoke to Global Railway Review’s Halimah Haque about her journey into the rail industry, highlighting her passion for customer service and the pivotal role of human connection in transport.
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NewsFirst Rail launches 'Generation Rail' initiative to engage young people
First Rail’s 'Generation Rail' initiative aims to boost rail travel among young people by 2050 through improved reliability, affordable fare options and enhanced amenities.
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NewsTrain operators launch ‘Be Kind’ campaign to combat abuse towards rail staff
The 'Be Kind' campaign, initiated by LNER and joined by numerous UK train operators, highlights the harmful impact of abusive messages on rail staff and calls for respect and kindness towards those who assist passengers.
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NewsNew Southern timetable adds 5,000 South Coast seats from 3 June in response to customer feedback
Southern have issued a reminder that their new timetable will come into effect in June, adding 5000 South Coast seats.
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News£50m boost to transform public transport in Cornwall
Cornwall are set to receive a £50 million boost to their public transport infrastructure.
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NewsInnovators selected for Bristol train station trials
CrossTech, Chrome Angel Solutions and Co-You have been selected by Network Rail, Connected Places Catapult and GWR innovators for a Bristol station.
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NewsORR authorises upgrades at Reading West station ahead of opening
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has authorised upgrades at Reading West station, ahead of its opening to passengers.
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NewsRAIB Report: Train striking debris at Yarnton
A new Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) report has been released, focusing on the train-striking debris in Yarnton last year.
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NewsChristmas disruption: Works delay GWR trains for Paddington
Passengers hoping for a Christmas getaway in the UK are urged to plan ahead. GWR has warned of train disruption around Paddington station.
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NewsTrack Renewal Between Guildford and Gatwick Airport
Track renewal works between Guildford and Gatwick Airport will take place over a seven day period from 11th November.
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NewsImprovements between Yeovil Pen Mill and Weymouth
Network Rail completed railway reliability improvements between Yeovil Pen Mill and Weymouth, after a five-day closure.
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NewsGWR to upgrade track in Bristol and North Somerset
Great Western Railway have announced essential track replacement and level crossing work between Bristol and Weston-super-Mare.