Northern appoints new Managing Director under public ownership
Following the UK government taking over operation of the Northern franchise, a new Managing Director, Nick Donovan, has been appointed.
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DfT publishes coronavirus guidance for UK transport sector staff
Following the recent outbreak of coronavirus now affecting the UK, the Department for Transport has published new guidance for staff in the transport sector in partnership with Public Health England.
GB Railfreight announces new Commercial Director
Currently Head of Contracts, Liam Day will begin in his new role as Commercial Director of GB Railfreight from the beginning of March 2020.
Clayton Equipment to supply emission-free locomotives to Sellafield Ltd
Clayton Equipment have agreed on a contract to supply Sellafield Ltd with two emission-free Hybrid+™ CBD80 shunting locomotives.
Network Rail introduces passenger assistance scheme at more London stations
Stations across the Govia Thameslink Railway, South Western Railway and Southeastern networks have now introduced the sunflower lanyard scheme.
Northern’s Allerton and Manchester train depots receive major overhauls
Following significant investment from Northern, the Allerton and Manchester train depots are now benefiting from increased maintenance capabilities.
Northern England leaders call for vital work to reduce rail congestion
Prior to Northern operating under new ownership, leaders across the North of England are calling for stronger commitments to rail infrastructure developments.
New Heathrow Express fleet is revealed in first images
The specially converted Class 387 trains will replace the current Class 332 fleet to make the 15 minute journey between London Paddington and Heathrow Central.
Specialist partners sought to deliver Britain’s proposed East West Rail line
The East West Railway Company is seeking specialist partners to help deliver the East West Rail line which is hoped will bring connectivity to communities between Oxford and Cambridge.
£20 million funding boost announced for Great Britain station accessibility improvements
Disabled passengers across Great Britain are set to benefit from accessibility improvements at 124 stations thanks to a £20 million government fund announced by the UK's Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps.
Siemens images show vision for Goole train manufacturing site
Siemens Mobility Limited have released new images showing their vision for a £200 million state-of-the-art rail manufacturing facility in Goole, UK.
Network Rail tackles plastic pollution at UK’s busiest stations
Following the introduction of free water fountains at UK stations, Network Rail has saved the equivalent of three million plastic bottles from landfill.
Accessibility campaign for public transport launched by UK government
The 'it's everyone's journey' campaign will work to raise awareness for passengers with disabilities and encourage better accessibility on public transport.
Hull Trains becomes only UK TOC to operate an entirely new fleet
Passengers travelling on any of Hull Trains' 92 weekly journeys from Hull to London will now do so on new state-of-the-art Hitachi 802 trains.
Transport for the North responds to DfT Integrated Rail Plan update
Following the DfT's update, Transport for the North is calling for an investment plan that delivers the best deal for rail across Northern England.
