DB Cargo UK begins fitting ETCS to Class 66 locomotives at Toton depot this week
DB Cargo UK has started installing ETCS digital signalling on nine Class 66 freight locomotives to boost capacity and safety on the East Coast Main Line.
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Chiltern Railways secures low-emission train fleet to enhance services and cut environmental impact by 2026
Chiltern Railways will introduce 13 modern trains using Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil fuel from 2026, improving passenger experience while supporting Arriva’s sustainability and decarbonisation goals.
Jeremy Westlake to outline vision for network rail at RIA annual conference in London
Jeremy Westlake, incoming Network Rail CEO, will share his insights on rail reform and growth at the Railway Industry Association’s annual conference this November.
Government launches platform4 to transform surplus railway land into 40,000 new homes nationwide
Platform4 will regenerate disused railway sites, delivering 40,000 homes, jobs and community spaces while boosting economic growth and supporting the government’s Plan for Change.
Great British Railways risks repeating past failures without urgent reform, warns CPS report
A CPS report by Tony Lodge warns GBR could reduce accountability and hinder rail innovation without key reforms.
Jeremy Westlake appointed chief executive of Network Rail as Sir Andrew Haines prepares to retire
Jeremy Westlake will lead Network Rail from October, guiding its transition into Great British Railways and overseeing national rail transformation.
Copper cable theft on Eurostar line sparks renewed call for dedicated railway security presence
Land Sheriffs urge stronger, visible railway security after Eurostar cable theft caused major disruption and safety concerns.
Rail Minister hails UK’s first digitally signalled commuter railway with no lineside signals
The Northern City Line is now the UK’s first commuter route fully controlled by in-cab digital signalling.
Portrait unveiled at Euston station honours Network Rail safety hero Manny Kang’s community work
Network Rail celebrates Manny Kang’s dedication with a portrait unveiled at London Euston, inspiring future railway careers through the Railway 200 exhibition.
Innovators invited to solve real-world rail challenges in latest Station Innovation Zone programme
SMEs can now apply to develop and trial tech tackling wet floors and interchange stress at Bristol Temple Meads.
Government launches project to eliminate mobile blackspots across UK rail routes with fibre upgrade
Project Reach will boost mobile coverage and install fibre along key rail routes, enhancing connectivity and cutting commuter disruptions.
Midland Main Line overhead line upgrade completed on time improving reliability and environmental efficiency
Network Rail finishes £84m upgrade between London and Bedford, enhancing bi-mode train performance and reducing diesel use for greener journeys.
Industry leaders back UK infrastructure strategy but call for long-term delivery and joined-up planning
The government’s new infrastructure plan receives industry praise, but experts urge coordination, continuity, and clear delivery to realise its potential.
South 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.
Government secures £500 million rail contract to protect thousands of British Steel jobs in Scunthorpe
A new five-year deal between Network Rail and British Steel safeguards thousands of UK manufacturing jobs and secures critical infrastructure supply.
