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Northern introduce ticket machine app to defend against fare evaders
Northern have introduced a new app that will help staff to check the status of self-service ticket machines on the network.
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Peter Reidy to return to KiwiRail as CEO
KiwiRail have announced the return of Peter Reidy to the role of CEO, nearly four years after he left the position to become CEO at Fletcher Construction.
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How can the safety of workers in a railway depot be improved?
Watch this video to learn more about how trapped key interlocking systems can be used to protect personnel and equipment in railway depots.
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Southern and Gatwick Express MD appointed GTR Chief Operating Officer
Angie Doll has been appointed as Govia Thameslink Railway’s Chief Operating Officer permanently after holding the interim COO role for six months.
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Life-saving intervention milestone achieved on Britain’s rail network
Vital Human Resources, along with Network Rail, have seen their Suicide Prevention Patrollers complete their 100th life-saving intervention.
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Zonegreen complete installation of its Points Converter system for SWR
Zonegreen have completed a fourth installation of its innovative Points Converter system for South Western Railway at the Fratton depot in Portsmouth.
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RIA warn 900 days of no RNEP is causing uncertainty with projects
The RIA has called for the DfT to publish the RNEP, which has not been updated in 900 days despite the government committing to annually update it.
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ScotRail unveil almost £1 million on-train hospitality recruitment drive
ScotRail has launched plans to invest £918,000 on a hospitality recruitment drive as the operator reintroduces its on-board food and drink service.
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ORR membership changes open the body to non-members
ORR has accepted a set of commitments offered by the RACF that will reduce membership restrictions and give train companies more choice.
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East West Railway Company appoint Beth West as new CEO
Beth West has been chosen to succeed Simon Blanchflower as Chief Executive Officer of the East West Railway Company.
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DB Cargo UK trials the use of ‘combi-consists’
DB Cargo is trialling the use of ‘combi-consists’, hoping to increase capacity, improve customer service and improve efficiency.
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The importance of Rail Enforcement Officers on post-pandemic railways
In support of National Careers Week, Tina Towner, Rail Enforcement Officer at Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), explains the role of a Rail Enforcement Officer and details why the role is more important now than ever before.
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The steady train to automation
Karsten Oberle, Head of Rail at Nokia, explores the futuristic implications that increasing automation in the rail industry can offer and explains what benefits rail operators can expect by fully embracing automation.
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Govia Thameslink Railway’s driver training simulation programmes
In support of National Careers Week, Tim Wells, Operations Simulator Manager at Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), explains the vital role that training simulation programmes have in establishing confidence for both newer and experienced drivers, as well as the impact these simulations have in creating a safer, happier work environment.
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Govia Thameslink Railway’s mission to improve rail travel for all
In support of National Careers Week, Sophie Court, Accessibility Improvement Manager at Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), explains her role and how she helps play a part in GTR’s mission to improve the level of service for passengers requiring extra assistance when travelling.
