All Lord Peter Hendy articles
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NewsMaritime opens Northampton strategic rail freight interchange in £80m investment milestone
Maritime Transport unveils new rail connected logistics hub at SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton, boosting capacity, connectivity and low carbon freight across the UK supply chain.
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NewsSouth Eastern Railway records highest-ever passenger trust scores
New YouGov data shows record-high passenger trust in South Eastern Railway, highlighting reliability gains and benefits of integrated track and train leadership.
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NewsPassengers benefit from faster satellite wifi on south western railway festive services
Passengers travelling between London and the south of England enjoy onboard connectivity through a new satellite wifi trial launched by South Western Railway this Christmas.
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NewsNetwork Rail confirms four delivery partners for £1.75bn Midlands Rail Hub upgrade
Network Rail has named four industry partners to design and develop the Midlands Rail Hub, unlocking major capacity and connectivity improvements across the region.
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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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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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NewsSouth Eastern Railway is expanding its innovative on-board camera programme
South Eastern Railway is fitting more trains with AI-powered cameras to spot faults early, prevent delays and improve safety for passengers across its network.
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NewsNetwork Rail unveils new national railway clock at London Bridge station for passengers
Network Rail and Design Bridge launch the first national railway clock in over 50 years at London Bridge, improving passenger navigation and accessibility.
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NewsGovernment 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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NewsEast Midlands and Northern trains launch digital ticketing trials for simpler, flexible, and contactless rail travel
Passengers can now tap in and out using a phone app, automatically charged the best fare, improving convenience, safety, and travel flexibility on UK railways.
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First of a Kind winners launch 26 innovative railway projects to improve safety and passenger experience
Government-backed projects will use AI and new technologies to enhance platform safety, reduce delays, and boost passenger experience across the UK rail network.
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The effects of extreme weather on UK rail to be researched
A new partnership between the Met Office and Network Rail will speed up weather research, helping prevent delays, enhance safety, and maintain reliable services for passengers and freight.
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NewsSouth Eastern Railway formed as track and train unite under single leadership to improve services
Southeastern and Network Rail merge under one team to boost performance, passenger experience and value for money in the South East.
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NewsUK Government launches £5m rail innovation fund to boost accessibility, safety, and passenger experience
New funding supports UK rail innovations in AI, accessibility, safety, and greener transport, enhancing journeys and encouraging more people to choose rail.
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NewsGTR 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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NewsRIA responds to appointment of Lord Hendy as UK Transport Minister
The Railway Industry Association welcomes the appointment of Lord Peter Hendy as Transport Minister, praising his extensive experience and expertise in the transport sector.