20 January 2025
Managing Director announced for Alstom UK and Ireland
From apprentice to MD: Alstom has announced Rob Whyte as Managing Director UK and Ireland. He was previously Managing Director in the Nordics.
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15 January 2025
GTR celebrates King’s Trust anniversary milestone
Govia Thameslink Railway, the rail operator responsible for running Southern, Thameslink, Great Northern and Gatwick Express services, has started the New Year by marking a milestone anniversary with the King’s Trust, formally the Prince’s Trust.
14 January 2025
Coventry MP explores rail innovation at MTC
Mary Creagh CBE MP recently visited the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) in her Coventry East constituency as part of the Railway Industry Association's (RIA) Rail Fellowship Programme, an initiative which gives senior politicians a better understanding of the work of the UK rail supply chain.
3 January 2025
Strong grain harvest supports regional rail haulage operations in Australia
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Provider of grain haulage rail services in New South Wales and Victoria, SSR, is successfully rolling out daily operations to help deliver bulk agricultural commodities to both domestic and international markets.
12 December 2024
MTR Corporation launches road safety and elderly travel awareness campaign
MTR Corporation launched a safety campaign recognising 144 captains for safe driving and promoting travel safety awareness, especially for elderly passengers.
11 December 2024
Network Rail to test large screen for live travel updates at London Euston
Network Rail will trial displaying live travel updates on a large screen at London Euston from 11 December 2024, as part of a broader plan to improve the passenger experience during the busy festive period.
11 December 2024
New Northern rail timetable brings changes across North of England
A new rail timetable effective introduces service adjustments, increased capacity and engineering-related changes across the North of England, with passengers advised to check journeys in advance.
10 December 2024
Alstom awarded contract to operate and maintain Metrolink’s regional rail system
Alstom has been awarded a five-year contract to operate, service and maintain Metrolink's regional passenger rail system in Southern California, with the potential for a three-year extension.
10 December 2024
Virgin Trains Ticketing expands partnership with SilverRail to offer affordable rail travel options
Virgin Trains Ticketing has expanded its partnership with SilverRail, introducing advanced tools like split ticketing and flexible route options to help customers save up to 78% on rail fares.
10 December 2024
Severn Valley Railway joins ‘whistle off’ to launch Railway 200 celebrations
The Severn Valley Railway will join a nationwide ‘whistle off’ on New Year’s Day to launch Railway 200, celebrating 200 years of modern railways with a year of commemorative events.
9 December 2024
ERA grants approval for Vossloh DE 18 locomotives in France, Belgium and Luxembourg
The European Union Agency for Railways has granted multi-country homologation for Vossloh's DE 18 locomotives, enabling their operation in France, Belgium and Luxembourg.
9 December 2024
Hitachi Rail secures £500 million deal for new UK-manufactured trains
Hitachi Rail has secured a £500 million contract to manufacture 14 new five-car trains in County Durham, supporting UK jobs and expanding FirstGroup's open access rail services.
9 December 2024
Northern takes action to improve passenger assistance for disabled travellers
Northern has pledged to improve accessibility and passenger assistance reliability, focusing on staff training, technology use and enhanced support for disabled passengers, with progress monitored by the ORR.
6 December 2024
TransPennine Express spreads festive cheer with new menu and community collaboration
TransPennine Express celebrates the holiday season with a festive on-board menu and community-driven decorations at Selby station.
6 December 2024
Southeastern and Hitachi Rail agree on new deal for UK’s fastest trains
Southeastern and Hitachi Rail have signed a new maintenance contract for the Class 395 "Javelin" trains, aimed at reducing costs, improving availability and continuing a £27 million refurbishment programme.
