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European Train Control System trials completed on GWR train
The ETCS trial was able to go ahead despite the COVID-19 pandemic by utilising innovative temporary remote monitoring equipment.
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First UK all female service launched by Network Rail and Southeastern
Network Rail and Southeastern Railway have collaborated to launch the UK’s first passenger train service operated entirely by women.
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New Heathrow Express fleet is revealed in first images
The specially converted Class 387 trains will replace the current Class 332 fleet to make the 15 minute journey between London Paddington and Heathrow Central.
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First Rail appoints Managing Director for Non-Franchised Businesses
Andy Mellors will leave his current position at South Western Railway in order to undertake the new role at First Rail from 6 January 2020.
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Hull Trains secures an additional high-speed train to boost reliability
Used by British Rail before the privatisation of the railways, these trains are still in use with other train operating companies widely across the UK.
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Porterbrook makes new digital trains a reality for Heathrow Express
This installation of ETCS will be the first time that digital signalling has been installed on an existing fleet of electric passenger trains.
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Some of the oldest trains in Britain are scheduled to be replaced in 2019
The wide-scale deployment of new and refurbished-like-new carriages will mean the retirement of some of the oldest trains on the network.
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Europe’s top three high-speed and long-distance operators revealed in new report
A comparison report of Europe’s high-speed and long-distance train services has been published by Loco2, revealing that SBB, Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB are the top three train operators for passengers belonging to 12 types of audiences, including foodies, business travellers, pet owners, backpackers, families with children and many more...
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UK’s first tri-mode train is being introduced by Great Western Railway
The tri-mode fleet will provide more seats, improved interior features for passengers and flexible operation on the London and Thames Valley services…
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Mobile ticketing now available on Great Western Railway
Tickets can now be purchased on smartphones or tablets across the GWR network, following their ticketing system upgrade…
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West of England rail companies join to secure £9.45 billion economic plan
A long-term plan has been created to demonstrate how an improved 'partnership railway' of the public and private sectors will secure prosperity for the region, strengthen the economy, improve journeys and provide rewarding careers…
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Northern and Arriva TrainCare display refurbishment of 150s
13 previously owned Class 150 trains will be introduced to the Northern network and be made ready for customers by the experts at Arriva TrainCare …
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Modern trains and new technology for Bristol rail passengers
Passengers travelling into and out of Bristol are set to benefit from a fleet of modern trains providing extra seating, air-conditioning, wi-fi and at-seat plugs.