All Service performance & disruption management articles – Page 8
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News'Headphone dodgers' to be targeted by Transport for London
Transport for London targets ‘headphone dodgers’ with posters and social media campaign, encouraging passengers to use headphones and maintain a stress-free journey for all.
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NewsNew battery trains to replace diesel fleet and transform regional mobility across North Rhine-Westphalia
Regiobahn will introduce Siemens Mobility Mireo Smart Plus B battery trains on the RE 47 line by 2026, delivering cleaner, more efficient, and comfortable regional travel.
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Amtrak begins major rail yard modernisations in Boston, New York, and Washington to support new trains
Amtrak launches upgrades to key Northeast Corridor yards, enhancing maintenance, reliability, and efficiency for its upcoming Airo and NextGen Acela trains by 2030.
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NewsAlstom to deliver electrification and ERTMS upgrades on historic Bucharest–Giurgiu railway line
Alstom and Arcada will modernise 93 kilometres of Romania’s oldest railway, boosting speed, efficiency, and cross-border connectivity with Bulgaria via the Friendship Bridge.
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NewsRail operators encourage young people to explore apprenticeships as minimum train driver age is lowered
Apprenticeships offer school leavers opportunities in driving, engineering and support roles while earning, gaining skills and building careers in a growing, diverse rail industry.
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NewsAnacostia rail holdings names Todd Nuelle as new chief commercial officer to drive growth
Anacostia Rail Holdings appoints Todd Nuelle as Chief Commercial Officer, bringing over 25 years’ logistics experience to lead commercial strategy and expansion.
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NewsAmtrak adds new track and platform to boost service at Washington Union Station
Amtrak unveils a new accessible platform at Union Station, improving capacity, reliability, and the overall passenger experience for regional and long-distance travellers.
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NewsChiltern Railways secures low-emission train fleet to enhance services and cut environmental impact by 2026
Chiltern Railways will introduce 13 modern trains using Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil fuel from 2026, improving passenger experience while supporting Arriva’s sustainability and decarbonisation goals.
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Celebrate International Beer day by exploring the UK’s most scenic rail ale trails this weekend
Enjoy Britain’s countryside and brewing heritage with Trainline’s recommended rail ale trails, offering picturesque journeys and local pubs perfect for raising a pint.
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NewsAmtrak appoints Costin Corneanu as Chief Financial Officer to drive strategic financial leadership
Costin Corneanu becomes Amtrak’s new CFO, bringing extensive airline finance expertise to strengthen strategic planning, financial oversight, and support modern rail travel growth.
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NewsGoldschmidt Sweden begins major upgrade to boost production capacity and sustainability in Osby
Goldschmidt Sweden invests in new facilities and modernisation to improve efficiency, enhance employee conditions, and meet growing customer demands while reducing environmental impact.
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NewsCarterton to close two level crossings as Wairarapa Line prepares for faster train services
Victoria and Rhodes Streets will shut to traffic, with safety upgrades supporting future hybrid-electric train operations in 2029.
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NewsCPK completes Retkinia launching chamber ahead of Poland’s longest high-speed rail tunnel construction
CPK has finalised the Retkinia chamber in Łódź, paving the way for high-speed tunnel excavation beginning in 2026.
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NewsJeremy Westlake appointed chief executive of Network Rail as Sir Andrew Haines prepares to retire
Jeremy Westlake will lead Network Rail from October, guiding its transition into Great British Railways and overseeing national rail transformation.
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NewsCopper cable theft on Eurostar line sparks renewed call for dedicated railway security presence
Land Sheriffs urge stronger, visible railway security after Eurostar cable theft caused major disruption and safety concerns.
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NewsRail Minister hails UK’s first digitally signalled commuter railway with no lineside signals
The Northern City Line is now the UK’s first commuter route fully controlled by in-cab digital signalling.
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NewsC2C rail services to enter public ownership as part of Great British Railways rollout
From 20 July, C2C train services will become publicly owned, supporting plans to unify and improve Britain’s rail network.
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NewsMan with extraordinary memory retires after 44 years keeping Northern trains running smoothly
Darren Milligan, famed for memorising thousands of train parts, retires after four decades at Heaton TrainCare Centre.
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NewsAgreement between Australia’s largest rail freight company and Victoria’s largest intermodal
In a major development for both the Victorian and national rail supply chains, Australia’s largest rail freight company and the state’s newest and largest intermodal terminal have signed an agreement for the utilisation of the facility for the handling of containerised freight for up to nine years.
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NewsFlash flooding vs freight rail
The recent flash floods that swept through Texas have delivered a stark and immediate lesson on the escalating vulnerability of critical infrastructure to extreme weather events.