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Wales and Borders rail franchise to be taken under public control

22 October 2020 | By Global Railway Review

The move will help to secure the future of passenger services in Wales and the Borders area and protect jobs in the face of COVID-19.

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TfW and Network Rail introduce new technology to limit impact of autumnal weather

15 October 2020 | By Global Railway Review

Two new solutions - Automated Intelligent Video Review cameras and plasma technology - have been introduced on the TfW network to combat the challenges of autumn weather in the UK.

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Transport for Wales highlights efforts in reducing carbon footprint for Clean Air Day 2020

8 October 2020 | By Global Railway Review

To mark Clean Air Day 2020, Transport for Wales has celebrated its efforts in reducing its carbon emissions by 6.27 per cent during the 2019-2020 financial year.

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Seventy-eight per cent of TfW passengers complying with face covering requirements

23 September 2020 | By Global Railway Review

Following efforts to protect its staff and passengers, TfW has reported a positive behavioural change in passengers wearing face coverings.

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Conwy Valley Line to reopen following £2.2m investment

21 September 2020 | By Global Railway Review

As Network Rail’s investment works are completed, the North Wales line will be better protected from the extreme weather and flooding that has plagued it in recent years.

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Welsh government calls for better support for South East Wales rail network

10 September 2020 | By Global Railway Review

The Welsh government has called for support in delivering improvements to Wales’ railway, particularly in South East Wales.

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TfW launches second phase of the Lab by Transport for Wales programme

28 August 2020 | By Global Railway Review

Transport for Wales has selected 11 companies to develop innovative ideas to improve the passenger experience as part of the second phase of its programme.

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Transport for Wales awards signalling infrastructure contract to Siemens Mobility

27 August 2020 | By Global Railway Review

Siemens Mobility has been awarded a three-year contract by Transport for Wales as part of the Core Valley Lines Transformation programme.

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Transport for Wales welcomes launch of South West Wales Connected

24 August 2020 | By Global Railway Review

South West Wales Connected, a new Community Rail Partnership, will work to connect local communities with their railway and get the most benefit from train travel.

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Wearing of face coverings to be enforced on public transport in Wales

20 August 2020 | By Global Railway Review

As a result of passengers not following COVID-19 regulations, Transport for Wales has partnered with the British Transport Police to enforce requirements.

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Report for 2019/20 published by Transport for Wales

22 July 2020 | By Global Railway Review

The annual report outlines Transport for Wales' achievements during 2019/20, as well as its efforts to limit the impact of COVID-19.

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South Wales Metro project moves forward with railway transformational works

9 July 2020 | By Global Railway Review

Transport for Wales (TfW) will soon begin essential transformational works on railway lines throughout South Wales, paving way for a world-class transport network that will transform people’s lives in Wales and the borders.

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Welsh Transport Minister calls for UK investment into Wales and Borders rail network

4 June 2020 | By Global Railway Review

Ken Skates has outlined an evidence-based argument in support of the development of four new stations across the Welsh rail network.

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WhatsApp for customer enquiries introduced by Transport for Wales

24 April 2020 | By Global Railway Review

The new WhatsApp service will allow TfW Rail Services customers to contact the social media team to enquire about a range of information, including live travel updates.

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Transport for Wales uses anti-viral cleaning products to fight coronavirus

21 April 2020 | By Global Railway Review

As part of its response to the coronavirus pandemic, Transport for Wales has stepped up is cleaning regime to ensure the safety and well-being of key workers using their trains.

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