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EU rail leaders meet in Poland to push for high-speed network and urgent funding reforms
UNIFE’s Warsaw assembly unites EU rail leaders to urge investment, procurement reform, and a clear high-speed rail strategy.
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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.
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“Share a Cup of Kindness” campaign launched for Loneliness Awareness Week
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Railway Benefit Fund (RBF) today announced a new initiative, "Share a Cup of Kindness," launched in conjunction with Loneliness Awareness Week. The campaign aims to challenge common misconceptions about loneliness and provide a simple, yet impactful, way to support railway people across the UK.
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Apply now for the Women in Rail Awards 2025!
Women make up over 50% of rail passengers but only about 20% of the rail workforce in the EU. In recognition of female talent and the efforts to attract more women to the sector, multiple industry associations and agencies have pulled together.
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EMR joins Rail Forum to advance train recycling and support the UK’s circular economy goals
EMR becomes a Rail Forum Patron, boosting efforts to recycle trains, cut emissions and promote circularity across UK rail.
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Gibson’s Engineering wins TfL contract, reviving Glasgow’s historic St Rollox depot and creating jobs
A major contract with TfL will see Gibson’s Engineering overhaul wagons and create 40 skilled jobs in Springburn.
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Alstom to modernise Lumo trains for new Stirling to London route under £50m agreement
Alstom will upgrade and maintain five Class 222 trains, supporting Lumo’s new Stirling–London service and enhancing passenger comfort and connectivity.
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Renfe and JR Central unite to expand global high-speed rail and DfT appoints Costain-led consortium
Renfe and JR Central boost international rail ties as DfT selects Costain consortium for UK infrastructure upgrades.
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Alstom opens new Hornell facility to restore train manufacturing and strengthen U.S. rail industry
Alstom’s $75 million Plant 4 brings stainless steel train car production to New York, creating hundreds of skilled jobs and boosting U.S. manufacturing.
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Clean Futures Accelerator opens for West Midlands SMEs developing net zero and clean transport innovations
West Midlands SMEs can now apply for funding and support to trial green transport solutions through the Clean Futures Accelerator.
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HS2 installs first high-speed platforms at Old Oak Common in major construction milestone
HS2 begins installing passenger platforms at Old Oak Common, marking a key step towards the UK’s new high-speed railway.
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Stadler expands Polish engineering team and opens new Poznań office to support global projects
Stadler boosts its presence in Poland with a new Poznań office and expanded engineering team supporting local and international rail projects.
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Alstom boosts train production in Poland with major investment to meet European rail demand
Alstom invests PLN 487 million to expand production in Poland, supporting over 200 international train orders across Europe.
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Partnership to transform London Waterloo into vibrant destination with improved travel and community experience
A new collaboration aims to revitalise Waterloo Station, enhancing passenger journeys and unlocking wider regeneration and investment across the South Bank.
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South Western Railway returns to public ownership under new Great British Railways reform plan
South Western Railway is the first operator to return to public control, marking a major step in UK rail reform.
