UK’s first tram train enters service between Rotherham and Sheffield
Following the pilot of the UK’s first tram train, it is hoped that other areas across the country will realise its potential as an alternative option for urban mobility.
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Following the pilot of the UK’s first tram train, it is hoped that other areas across the country will realise its potential as an alternative option for urban mobility.
UK organisations can apply for a share of up to £300,000 to develop new ways to plan railway infrastructure and meet passenger demand.
New platforms have been constructed, existing platforms extended and signalling systems upgraded; transforming Liverpool’s rail station.
A project is underway to upgrade the rail route between Doncaster and Immingham which looks to keep traffic off the roads.
To help increase awareness of the dangers at level crossings, Network Rail is partnering with British Transport Police on a national safety campaign targeted at drivers.
Network Rail’s fleet will cover a distance of more than four times around the earth to ensure the UK rail network remains safe during autumn.
The UK currently has a national rail infrastructure pipeline worth £88 billion, which is the greatest investment in the sector in over a century. As a result of these unprecedented levels of investment, significant opportunities exist for investors to support and add value to the rail supply-chain.
Network Rail’s Infrastructure Projects (IP) Signalling team has achieved an industry first – recording the highest ever score in an internationally recognised project management assessment.
As part of an ongoing drive to improve train performance, Network Rail’s high-tech thermal imaging helicopter recently flew over Surrey to spot and stop potential railway infrastructure faults.
A two-year contract extension continues the close partnership between British Steel and Network Rail.
Network Rail signs a five-year contract with JCDecaux to handle in-station advertising and the transition to 100 per cent digital advertising.
After disappointing timetable problems in May, TPE, Northern and Network Rail have a strong focus on improving the punctuality of their services.
Network Rail has agreed terms with Telereal Trillium and Blackstone Property Partners for the sale of its commercial estate portfolio. Proceeds from the £1.46 billion transaction will help fund the large-scale railway upgrade plan, bringing major improvements for passengers and reducing the need for taxpayers to fund the railway.
Looking for a train control partner, Network Rail are preparing for the deployment of ETCS on the first major digital railway.
Hull Trains has reported strong periods of service reliability and performance, with attention focused on improving the passenger experience.