Yellow rail relocates to iconic derby site in major boost for UK rail sector
Yellow Rail’s move to Derby’s historic Litchurch Lane Works will expand operations, create new jobs, and strengthen Britain’s rail manufacturing legacy.
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Rail leaders unite at safeguarding conference to tackle youth safety and violence against women
Senior police, youth workers, and rail operators gathered to address safety issues, share best practice, and strengthen safeguarding across the network.
President of AtkinsRéalis UK & Ireland welcomes Spending Review
Here’s a comment from AtkinsRéalis regional President welcoming today’s CSR funding announcements as creating the building blocks to crowd in finance, shift to delivery faster, and kickstart growth… along with a statement on affordable housing from their EDAROTH housing developer subsidiary. Chris Ball, President, AtkinsRéalis UK & Ireland, said “There…
High Speed Rail Group reacts to UK Spending Review
Today's UK Spending Review has directly addressed HS2 by focusing on cost management and exploring alternative funding avenues.
RIA’s Darren Caplan responds to the Chancellor’s spending review
Today's UK Spending Review has allocated significant investment to transport infrastructure outside London, including £15 billion for local transport projects in city regions and plans for Northern Powerhouse Rail.
“Share a Cup of Kindness” campaign launched for Loneliness Awareness Week
Railway Benefit Fund (RBF) today announced a new initiative, "Share a Cup of Kindness," launched in conjunction with Loneliness Awareness Week. The campaign aims to challenge common misconceptions about loneliness and provide a simple, yet impactful, way to support railway people across the UK.
Apply now for the Women in Rail Awards 2025!
Women make up over 50% of rail passengers but only about 20% of the rail workforce in the EU. In recognition of female talent and the efforts to attract more women to the sector, multiple industry associations and agencies have pulled together.
New Eurostar fleet offers direct services to Frankfurt and Geneva
Eurostar has announced positive year-end results and growth for the third year running, alongside brand-new destinations the business intends to serve with its new trains.
Natalie Fleet MP visits RIA member in Bolsover
On Friday 6 June, Natalie Fleet MP visited leading Road Rail Vehicles (RRV) supplier, SRS Rail System Ltd, in her Bolsover constituency.
EMR joins Rail Forum to advance train recycling and support the UK’s circular economy goals
EMR becomes a Rail Forum Patron, boosting efforts to recycle trains, cut emissions and promote circularity across UK rail.
Gibson’s Engineering wins TfL contract, reviving Glasgow’s historic St Rollox depot and creating jobs
A major contract with TfL will see Gibson’s Engineering overhaul wagons and create 40 skilled jobs in Springburn.
Alstom to modernise Lumo trains for new Stirling to London route under £50m agreement
Alstom will upgrade and maintain five Class 222 trains, supporting Lumo’s new Stirling–London service and enhancing passenger comfort and connectivity.
Renfe and JR Central unite to expand global high-speed rail and DfT appoints Costain-led consortium
Renfe and JR Central boost international rail ties as DfT selects Costain consortium for UK infrastructure upgrades.
GHD joins Costain-led team to advise on key rail upgrades across western and Wales regions
GHD will support the Department for Transport with expert rail infrastructure advice alongside Costain and specialist partners.
Alstom opens new Hornell facility to restore train manufacturing and strengthen U.S. rail industry
Alstom’s $75 million Plant 4 brings stainless steel train car production to New York, creating hundreds of skilled jobs and boosting U.S. manufacturing.
