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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Following the UK government taking over operation of the Northern franchise, a new Managing Director, Nick Donovan, has been appointed.
Five trains and 24 coaches have been leased to Grand Central for operation on its new route between Blackpool North and London Euston.
The refurbishment programme, one of the biggest in the UK, is creating skilled jobs and supporting the economy in the north of England.
A statement released by Grant Shapps, Secretary of State for Transport, has raised concerns over the financial viability of the Northern franchise operated by Arriva Rail North.
The first nine trains in a £500 million new fleet for local rail services will start carrying customers from the 1 July 2019, Northern have announced.