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New report highlights the economic value of the UK’s railway industry

A new report, commissioned by the Railway Industry Association (RIA),…

16 September 2021 | By Global Railway Review

A new report, commissioned by the Railway Industry Association (RIA), highlights the economic value of the UK railway industry and how rail could be sector leader for the UK’s economic recovery.

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HS2 hits 20,000 jobs landmark, one year after construction began

HS2 Ltd has announced that over 20,000 people are now…

13 September 2021 | By Global Railway Review

HS2 Ltd has announced that over 20,000 people are now working on Britain's high-speed rail project, one year on from the formal start of construction on Phase One from London to the West Midlands.

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UK government establishes new public body to end fragmentation of UK railways

The UK government has announced the formation of a new…

20 May 2021 | By Global Railway Review

The UK government has announced the formation of a new public body, Great British Railways, which will bring the UK's railways under single, accountable national leadership.

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UK SME survey highlights the importance of HS2 Eastern Leg receiving government approval

Results of the survey found that, of the SMEs already…

4 May 2021 | By Global Railway Review

Results of the survey found that, of the SMEs already working on HS2, 80.5 per cent anticipated a drop in revenue should the West Midlands to Leeds route not go ahead.

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UK rail industry and campaign groups call for electrification to be a government priority

In order to meet the government’s legally binding net zero…

22 April 2021 | By Global Railway Review

In order to meet the government’s legally binding net zero commitments, 15 UK rail industry stakeholders have called for an immediate programme of electrification.

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RIA publishes five regional rail manifestos ahead of UK regional elections

Ahead of the devolved national and regional elections in the…

15 April 2021 | By Global Railway Review

Ahead of the devolved national and regional elections in the UK, the Railway Industry Association has published five manifestos that highlight the ‘key asks’ of the industry.

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New rail decarbonisation campaign launched by UK’s Railway Industry Association

RIA's campaign will call on the UK government to increase…

25 March 2021 | By Global Railway Review

RIA's campaign will call on the UK government to increase its efforts to decarbonise the UK rail network, including through electrification and hydrogen power, ahead of COP26 in November 2021.

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UK government to restore Dartmoor rail line with £40.5 million investment

With the investment coming from the UK government's Restoring Your…

19 March 2021 | By Global Railway Review

With the investment coming from the UK government's Restoring Your Railway Fund, the line between Exeter and Okehampton will be re-opened to passengers all year round, instead of just during the summer.

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UK government outlines new measures to improve transport connectivity

As part of its efforts to build back better from…

11 March 2021 | By Global Railway Review

As part of its efforts to build back better from the pandemic and improve connectivity, the UK government has set out a range of improvements for the UK's transportation network.

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UK rail industry responds to Chancellor’s Budget 2021

The UK rail industry has expressed its displeasure with the…

4 March 2021 | By Global Railway Review

The UK rail industry has expressed its displeasure with the UK Chancellor’s Budget 2021, which lacked any visibility on upcoming rail schemes.

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RIA calls on UK government to prioritise rail in its COVID-19 recovery plans

RIA has outlined three recommendations for the UK government to…

2 March 2021 | By Global Railway Review

RIA has outlined three recommendations for the UK government to prioritise rail in the UK's recovery plans in order to support both the industry and the government's efforts to build back better.

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Five key ‘asks’ proposed to UK government to ensure success of Rail Project SPEED

The Railway Industry Association, Rail Alliance and Rail Forum Midlands…

26 February 2021 | By Global Railway Review

The Railway Industry Association, Rail Alliance and Rail Forum Midlands have set out five key 'asks' to the UK government to ensure that the rail supply chain can support the industry and ensure that Rail Project SPEED is a success.

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Industry leaders call for UK Midlands connectivity to be prioritised

In a letter to the UK Prime Minister, rail industry…

12 February 2021 | By Global Railway Review

In a letter to the UK Prime Minister, rail industry leaders have called for all UK regions to be able to benefit from HS2's connectivity and the Integrated Rail Plan.

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UK rail sector collaborates to promote industry employment opportunities

The Routes into Rail website will showcase sector role models,…

2 December 2020 | By Global Railway Review

The Routes into Rail website will showcase sector role models, include a jobs portal and provide access to the latest news and opportunities.

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Railway Industry Association: Fully engaged with InnoTrans 2020

Neil Walker, Exports Director at the Railway Industry Association, looks…

15 April 2020 | By Neil Walker

Neil Walker, Exports Director at the Railway Industry Association, looks ahead to InnoTrans 2020 and what UK companies can expect at the world’s biggest rail trade fair.

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