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Network Rail confirms major track improvements to the Chiltern main line
Passengers using the Chiltern main line to travel between Birmingham, Oxford and London will soon benefit from smoother, more reliable journeys.
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Chiltern Railways launch new Delay Repay compensation scheme
Chiltern Railways have launched a new compensation scheme on their website which will make it easier for customers to claim refunds on delayed journeys.
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Punctuality is key to rail recovery
With customers beginning to use rail services again after years of restrictions, Anthony Smith, Chief Executive of Transport Focus, explains why train operators need to focus on offering a reliable, punctuality service for passengers and how this can help rail grow in the years ahead.
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Britain’s first 100mph capable battery-diesel hybrid train launched
Chiltern Railways has refitted a 20-year-old diesel train with a powerful battery, this enables the train to use 25 per cent less fuel and significantly cut emissions and air pollution.
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Survey reveals focus is needed on punctuality and reliability
Transport Focus has published its latest passenger satisfaction survey which reveals punctuality and reliability are the most important drivers of overall satisfaction.
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Chiltern Railways operating contract extended to 2027
Chiltern Railways will continue operating its existing services for another six years, and will give them opportunity to continue plans for decarbonisation, fleet modernisation and improving customer experience.
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Chiltern Railways secures recognition for work with West Midlands Trains
In recognition for its collaborative work with West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways has been accredited the International Standard for Collaborative Working, known as ISO 44001.
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Chiltern Railways unveils emission-free battery operated HybridFLEX train
Chiltern Railways has marked 25 years of achievement as a train operator with a celebration event and the launch of HybridFLEX – Britain’s first battery-diesel train.
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Study highlights expansion prospects for Oxfordshire rail network
The Oxfordshire Rail Corridor Study has outlined a number of future improvements to increase interconnectivity across Oxfordshire.
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HybridFLEX battery-diesel train continues programme of testing
Senior managers from Porterbrook and Chiltern Railways have visited the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway to see the testing of Britain's first hybrid-powered train.
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UK government implements new measures to support travel over the Christmas period
To ensure safe travel for passengers during the UK Christmas travel window, the government has outlined a range of new measures for transport, including enhancing rail services, postponing and accelerating rail engineering works and cutting ticket charges.
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Richard Allan appointed as new Managing Director for Chiltern Railways
Richard will join Chiltern Railways in October 2020, at a crucial time for the train operator after it recently signed a new agreement with the Department for Transport (DfT).
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Chiltern Railways receives ‘We’re Good To Go’ accreditation
The accreditation reassures passengers that Chiltern Railways is adhering to government and public health guidance amidst COVID-19.
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Steve Murphy appointed as Chief Executive Officer of MTR UK
Steve Murphy – Managing Director of MTR Elizabeth line – has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of MTR UK, a newly created entity that will replace MTR Europe.
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Chiltern Railways named best operator between London and West Midlands and Oxford
Passengers have once again ranked Chiltern Railways as the best operator for journeys between London and the West Midlands and Oxford in the National Rail Passenger Survey (NRPS) from Transport Focus.