Northern City Line has upgraded its entire fleet of 25 Class 717
Govia Thameslink Railway and Siemens Mobility have upgraded all Class 717 trains to ETCS version 3.6.0, improving reliability, safety, and capacity on the Northern City Line.
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Rail sector urges stronger Connecting Europe Facility to boost EU transport funding, competitiveness and security
Europe’s rail associations have welcomed the Commission’s proposal for the next Connecting Europe Facility, urging greater funding to strengthen transport infrastructure, competitiveness and defence.
London Waterloo to close for two days in December for major upgrades
London Waterloo passengers face festive disruption as the station shuts for two days while Network Rail carries out vital upgrade works.
Great Western Railway fined £1 million for death of a passenger
Great Western Railway has been fined following the death of Bethan Roper, reinforcing the need for proactive risk management and passenger safety measures on trains.
Rail Baltica begins track laying in Lithuania, advancing Europe’s cross-border high-speed railway project
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Track laying has started on the Rail Baltica section in Jonava, Lithuania, marking major progress for the high-speed railway connecting the Baltic States to Europe.
Poland advances integrated railway network plans with major expansion and modernisation by 2035
Poland’s Integrated Railway Network project, led by CPK and PLK, will expand by over 2,000 km by 2035, enhancing connectivity across regions and Europe.
LNER launches WhatsApp Channel to deliver passengers real-time travel updates
LNER has introduced a WhatsApp Channel to keep passengers informed with service updates, travel advice and disruption alerts.
New £46.5 million train depot opens in Huddersfield to support Transpennine route upgrade services
A new £46.5 million light maintenance depot has opened in Huddersfield, supporting the Transpennine Route Upgrade with modern facilities for diesel, electric and bi-mode trains.
Manchester transport to help people with spinal cord injuries when travelling
Back Up and Alstom partnered with Manchester transport operators to deliver a City Skills course helping people with spinal cord injuries travel confidently and independently.
Etihad Rail and Keolis announce joint venture to launch passenger services across the UAE
Etihad Rail partners with Keolis to introduce passenger rail services in the UAE, aiming for world-class travel and seamless passenger experience from 2026.
Scottish Government backs £11.2m Inverness rail freight terminal project
The new Inverness rail freight terminal will receive up to £3 million in funding, cutting emissions and reducing HGV journeys.
54 brand new DLR trains roll out this week
The first of 54 new DLR trains is now in service, offering increased capacity, accessibility, air conditioning, and modern features for London commuters.
Skoda Group unveils new four-car metro trains for Sofia to boost comfort and capacity
The Czech manufacturer Skoda Group has revealed its latest metro trains for Sofia, featuring air-conditioning, regenerative braking, and accessible design for modern urban transport.
Canadian National Rail has released its Winter Plan for its most challenging months of the year
Canadian National Rail has launched its 2025-2026 Winter Plan, highlighting $3 billion investment, predictive technologies, and partnerships to strengthen resilience and maintain reliable service during extreme conditions.
HS2 launch new exhibition celebrating Birmingham’s railway
Hs2 and thinktank have unveiled a new family exhibition in Birmingham, celebrating the city’s railway past and future as part of railway 200.
