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C2C 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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Man 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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Agreement 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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Flash 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.
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Transport for the North responds to Green light for road and rail upgrades
As of July 8th and 9th, 2025, the UK government has given the green light to over 50 road and rail upgrades across the country, backed by a £92 billion investment as part of its "Plan for Change."
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Publicly owned train operators coordinate maintenance plans to improve efficiency and reduce depot congestion
Northern, LNER and TransPennine Express collaborate at Heaton depot to maximise capacity and streamline maintenance across shared facilities.
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RSSB launches free e-learning course to promote consistent safe decision-making in the rail industry
The new course helps rail leaders make sound safety decisions by providing practical guidance and promoting a consistent approach across the industry.
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Freightliner secures two five-year contracts to expand heavy haul rail services for Breedon
Freightliner renews cement transport and launches new aggregates contract with Breedon, investing in locomotives, wagons, and facilities to boost efficiency and sustainability.
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The Evolution of Track Inspection: Goldschmidt’s role in securing rail reliability
In the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of the global rail industry, one area has rapidly ascended to critical importance over the past 15 years: the meticulous inspection of railway tracks.
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Midland Main Line overhead line upgrade completed on time improving reliability and environmental efficiency
Network Rail finishes £84m upgrade between London and Bedford, enhancing bi-mode train performance and reducing diesel use for greener journeys.
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South Eastern Railway formed as track and train unite under single leadership to improve services
Southeastern and Network Rail merge under one team to boost performance, passenger experience and value for money in the South East.
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Reliable Rail Service Act reintroduced to tackle high costs and poor freight rail performance
The Reliable Rail Service Act aims to ensure dependable freight rail service and reasonable rates for farmers, manufacturers, and small businesses across the US.
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Government secures £500 million rail contract to protect thousands of British Steel jobs in Scunthorpe
A new five-year deal between Network Rail and British Steel safeguards thousands of UK manufacturing jobs and secures critical infrastructure supply.
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Land Sheriffs boost UK rail safety with new trespass and welfare patrol deployment initiative
Land Sheriffs launch targeted trespass and welfare patrols across key UK stations to reduce disruption and improve passenger safety.
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Yellow rail relocates to iconic derby site in major boost for UK rail sector
Yellow Rail’s move to Derby’s historic Litchurch Lane Works will expand operations, create new jobs, and strengthen Britain’s rail manufacturing legacy.
