Building of the East Coast’s new Azuma fleet has begun
The Japan-inspired fleet is expected to transform rail transportation on the East Coast main line, offering faster journeys and enhanced comfort.
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Joint action plan announced to improve the quality and openness of UK rail data
The UK's Department for Transport (DfT) and the Rail Delivery Group (RDG) have published a Joint Rail Data Action Plan which aims to address technical barriers and make better use of rail data.
Rail industry’s customs proposal tackle post-Brexit congestion concerns
The rail industry plans to work with the government to prevent disruption to the over 2,000 intermodal trains transporting 1.22 million tonnes of freight per year after the UK leaves the European Union.
Virgin Trains customers to benefit from new partnership in the West Midlands
A new partnership demonstrates a commitment to promoting sustainable transportation options which can benefit both the passengers and the region.
Network Rail uses drones to improve safety on south western rail network
Evidence of illegal trespassing and unsafe infrastructure will be captured by the drones and the information sent to the relevant authorities for action.
Southeastern completes £30 million revamp, benefitting 625,000 daily passengers
To improve passenger experience, comfort and cleanliness, Southeastern heavily invested in refurbishing 112 of their trains.
Network Rail submits final proposals for East West Rail phase 2
For the first time in over 50 years, passengers could soon travel directly between Oxford and Bedford, and Milton Keynes and Aylesbury, as the East West Rail project moves a step forward.
Millions of pounds dedicated to improving accessibility for all passengers
The Inclusive Transport Strategy, backed by hundreds of million pounds, will help ensure passengers with reduced mobility can travel confidently and easily.
The extent of overcrowding on London trains has been revealed
Lobby group states commuters are being packed into trains “like sardines”, with London labelled as one of the worst offenders in England and Wales.
Yorkshire apprentices will be influential in the future of the UK railway
National College for High Speed Rail graduates are gaining the crucial skills and experience needed to deliver HS2 and strengthen the future of the UK rail network.
HS2 Ltd appoints both a new Chief Operating Officer and a Chief Financial Officer
HS2 welcomes two new individuals to the team, who bring both years of experience and a strong knowledge of the industry with them.
Chief Executive Officer at Angel Trains is stepping down after 10 years
Malcolm Brown is leaving the position of CEO at Angel Trains and will be replaced by their current Chief Operating Officer.
First ombudsman in rail appointed to improve the complaints procedure
Rail industry appoints Dispute Resolution Ombudsman to rule on complaints as part of the rail industry’s plan to change and improve…
Workers are key to ensuring Britain’s railways remain safe
ORR’s new report details how rail workers must be strongly supported and trained in new technologies to ensure that Britain’s rail network remains safe…
Tyne and Wear Metro control room receives investment of £12 million
New technology and equipment will soon be introduced to the Tyne and Wear Metro control room as a result of their modernisation programme…
