Network Rail’s new storage facility will save £1.6 million in costs
16 August 2018 | By Global Railway Review
The strategic new High Output warehouse will save Network Rail millions and improve the efficiency of the warehouse workers.
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Greater Manchester railway to be safer and more reliable
15 August 2018 | By Global Railway Review
Network Rail’s improvements are occurring across the country, striving towards a safe and reliable railway network for all passengers.
Great North Rail Project sees Network Rail invest £18 million in freight sidings
14 August 2018 | By Global Railway Review
An £18 million investment in the Peak District’s railway is expected to benefit the environment, the economy and the regional road network.
Rail industry removes jargon to ensure customers pay the right fare
13 August 2018 | By Global Railway Review
Customers have said that buying the right ticket can be confusing, so the rail industry will use clearer language to improve the system.
Network Rail’s plan to improve East Coast Main Line is approved
13 August 2018 | By Global Railway Review
More services, new trains, reduced congestion and shorter journey times will be present on the rail network once Network Rail’s upgrades are complete.
Network Rail uses helicopters to improve the railway in the south
10 August 2018 | By Global Railway Review
Inspecting the railway by air allows Network Rail to deliver improvements to performance, reliability and safety, without disrupting train services.
Building of the East Coast’s new Azuma fleet has begun
10 August 2018 | By Global Railway Review
The Japan-inspired fleet is expected to transform rail transportation on the East Coast main line, offering faster journeys and enhanced comfort.
Rail industry’s customs proposal tackle post-Brexit congestion concerns
8 August 2018 | By Global Railway Review
The rail industry plans to work with the government to prevent disruption to the over 2,000 intermodal trains transporting 1.22 million tonnes of freight per year after the UK leaves the European Union.
An interview with… Adrian Sutton, Managing Director, Vortex IoT
7 August 2018 | By Adrian Sutton - Vortex IoT
As part of Global Railway Review’s Going Digital in Rail Week, Adrian Sutton, Managing Director of Vortex IoT, provides details of the company’s fast-growing development, their data-driven solutions for Network Rail and how they aim to move forward with products that can deliver a step change to the rail sector.
Virgin Trains customers to benefit from new partnership in the West Midlands
7 August 2018 | By Global Railway Review
A new partnership demonstrates a commitment to promoting sustainable transportation options which can benefit both the passengers and the region.
Network Rail uses drones to improve safety on south western rail network
3 August 2018 | By Global Railway Review
Evidence of illegal trespassing and unsafe infrastructure will be captured by the drones and the information sent to the relevant authorities for action.
Health and safety at Crossrail: A lasting legacy
2 August 2018 | By Martin Brown - Crossrail
When presented with the prospect of implementing a health and safety strategy for a major project such as Crossrail, where do you start? Delivering the resultant Elizabeth line – due to open in December 2018 – entailed the construction of a new railway that stretches more than 60 miles from…
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