Chiltern Railways receives ‘We’re Good To Go’ accreditation
The accreditation reassures passengers that Chiltern Railways is adhering to government and public health guidance amidst COVID-19.
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Vortex IoT to provide a fully operational RODIO-TSM to Network Rail by March 2021
Vortex IoT is set to provide a fully operational and validated RODIO-TSM product - the Rail Optical Detection of Intrusions and Obstructions – Tunnel and Station Monitoring solution - to be demonstrated on Network Rail’s infrastructure by March 2021.
Public transport restrictions ‘set to ease’ in England
Reports have suggested that public transport restrictions are under review in England as the government looks for ways to reboost the economy.
FRA announces more than $500,000 in funding to deter trespassing
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has awarded more than half a million dollars in Railroad Trespassing Enforcement Grants to law enforcement agencies to support life-saving trespass abatement in six states.
Trainline launches app feature to help travellers social distance on trains
Trainline has launched a nationwide beta-test of Crowd Alerts, a crowd-sourced feature in its app to help customers alert their fellow travellers if it’s not possible to social distance on a specific train.
GTR shares its top 10 tips for passengers returning to train travel
To help ease passenger concerns, Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) the team behind operating Southern, Thameslink and Great Northern services, have shared their top 10 tips for travelling on trains, as COVID-19 travel restrictions start to ease.
Greater Anglia continues testing of electric trains despite COVID-19
Taking advantage of the reduced traffic on the network as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Greater Anglia has continued testing of its new electric commuter trains.
Network Rail opens new signalling training facilities in West Midlands
Whilst ensuring that the rail network will continue to operate safely in the future, the new training facilities are also a welcome support during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Face coverings now mandatory when travelling by train in England
As of 15 June 2020, passengers travelling on trains across England are now required to wear face coverings in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Northern leaders call for commitment to post-COVID-19 rail operations
Leaders across the North of England have highlighted the importance of restoring passenger confidence in rail in order to ensure post-COVID-19 stability.
FRA announces more funds to combat railroad trespassing and suicide
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has announced the availability of $293,000 in competitive grant funds for Railroad Trespassing Suicide Prevention Program projects.
National Rail to notify passengers of busy trains and stations before beginning journey
The new system introduced by National Rail will help to enable social distancing and keep passengers safe while travelling.
Face coverings to become mandatory on public transport in England
The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced that from 15 June 2020, it will be mandatory for passengers to wear face coverings when using public transport in England.
GTR implements new technology to monitor train passenger numbers
The new technology, supplied by Siemens Mobility, will work to monitor social distancing on Thameslink and Great Northern trains.
GTR introduces COVID-19 virucide to protect trains for 30-day period
The introduction of the virucide is the newest measure implemented as part of Govia Thameslink Railway's enhanced COVID-19 cleaning regime.
