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Eurostar RMT members to ballot for potential Strike
RMT will ballot Eurostar workers for possible strike action, citing unsafe conditions, poor management, and lack of investment despite strong company revenues.
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Railpen launches #BeyondTheTracks200 campaign to celebrate 200 years of rail innovation and social progress
Railpen’s #BeyondTheTracks200 campaign highlights 200 years of railway innovation, social impact and future sustainability, showcasing pensions, welfare, opportunities and workers’ rights across the UK.
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East Midlands and Northern trains launch digital ticketing trials for simpler, flexible, and contactless rail travel
Passengers can now tap in and out using a phone app, automatically charged the best fare, improving convenience, safety, and travel flexibility on UK railways.
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ScotRail to remove peak fares permanently from September
From 1 September 2025, ScotRail will scrap peak fares, offering all-day travel savings, simpler tickets, and supporting sustainable rail travel across Scotland.
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Greater Anglia launches new online booking system for disabled and older passengers needing assistance
Passengers can now pre-book assistance when purchasing tickets online, making travel faster, easier, and more convenient for disabled and older customers.
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Great British Railways risks repeating past failures without urgent reform, warns CPS report
A CPS report by Tony Lodge warns GBR could reduce accountability and hinder rail innovation without key reforms.
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Gen Z shuns tech and AI for human touch as rail competition reshapes European business travel
New research reveals Gen Z prefers human interaction over AI, while liberalised rail markets offer business travellers improved service and affordability.
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Mayors take Eurostar to London as rail steps up for climate delivery ahead of COP30
City leaders mark Paris Agreement anniversary with Eurostar journey, highlighting rail’s vital role in achieving global climate goals.
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Keith Ludeman awarded OBE for leadership in UK transport and sustainable highspeed rail development
Keith Ludeman receives OBE for his pivotal role in steering London St. Pancras Highspeed through Covid challenges and pioneering sustainability initiatives.
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Travel the Baltic on the pink soup train celebrating Lithuania’s iconic summer dish
The Pink Soup Train offers a vibrant journey between Riga and Vilnius, celebrating Lithuania’s traditional cold beetroot soup and summer festival.
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Omnichannel Payment Solutions Transforming Public Transport: Insights from Transport Ticketing Global 2025
Our team attended Transport Ticketing Global, the premier industry event focused on smart ticketing innovations for public transport. This March the London-based conference has welcomed over 1,200 ticketing and mobility professionals representing 65 countries, including key decision-makers from transport operators, authorities and technology providers across the ecosystem.
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Comsa secures safety certificate to operate rail freight services across the Iberian Peninsula
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COMSA gains approval to run freight trains, boosting efficiency with modern machinery and streamlined logistics throughout Spain.
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North Carolina and Virginia Stations remain in high-demand
Train travel is booming across the U.S., with North Carolina and Virginia seeing some of the highest traffic in the Southeast. In Fiscal Year 2024, the top stations in the region were the Staples Mill Road Station in Richmond, Va., and in Alexandria, Va., Charlotte, N.C., Raleigh, N.C, the Auto Train Station in Lorton, Va., and Norfolk, Va.
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“The Journey to Equality” Behind RIA’s latest report
Editor, Elizabeth Jordan, speaks exclusively to the author of the Railway Industry Association's (RIA) latest report which was released this morning.
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Virgin Trains Ticketing expands partnership with SilverRail to offer affordable rail travel options
Virgin Trains Ticketing has expanded its partnership with SilverRail, introducing advanced tools like split ticketing and flexible route options to help customers save up to 78% on rail fares.
