All UK articles – Page 13
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ArticleManaging wheelset life
Keith Mack, Chair of UK Wheelset Management Group, explores how technology enabled predictive maintenance is effectively elongating the lifecycle of the wheelset.
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NewsGTR invests £2.5 million to combat rising antisocial behaviour towards staff
GTR announces a substantial investment aimed at tackling a significant increase in verbal and physical assaults against its staff, implementing a comprehensive Antisocial Behaviour Improvement Plan across its network.
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NewsDB Cargo UK appoints Mike Gray as Chief Transformation and Digitalisation Officer
DB Cargo UK appoints Mike Gray as Chief Transformation and Digitalisation Officer to lead innovative technological advancements in the freight sector.
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NewsColas Rail UK adds two new Tampers to fleet
Colas Rail UK has added two new advanced Tampers to its fleet, highlighting its commitment to modern technology and environmental sustainability.
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NewsSouth Western Railway unveils refurbished Class 458 trains
South Western Railway has introduced its first refurbished Class 458 trains, featuring enhanced seating and charging facilities, to operate on suburban routes between London Waterloo and Weybridge and Twickenham.
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NewsFord & Stanley Rail Talent Services Group expands amidst growth surge
Ford & Stanley Rail Talent Services Group has welcomed three new team members, bolstering its recruitment capabilities and supporting its ambitious growth plans.
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NewsTransPennine Express highlights gender diversity in rail industry
TransPennine Express showcases significant strides in gender diversity within the rail sector, boasting nearly a quarter of its engineering team comprised of women and exceeding national averages.
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NewsNorthern engineer advocates for women's initiative in engineering careers
Northern's Rebecca Prendergast urges women to seize opportunities in engineering, emphasising its rewarding careers and encouraging proactive initiative ahead of International Women in Engineering Day 2024.
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HS1 Ltd's 2023/24 ESG Report reveals sustainable milestones amid passenger growth
HS1 Ltd's 2023/24 ESG report highlights strides in sustainability, including reductions in energy consumption and expanded community engagement efforts, underscoring its commitment to environmental and social responsibility amid passenger growth.
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NewsONE UK and Freightliner extend use of renewable HVO100 fuel for rail cargo
ONE UK, in partnership with Freightliner, will extend the use of renewable HVO100 fuel for all cargo transportation via rail following a successful 6-month pilot, significantly reducing CO2 emissions.
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NewsNorthern appoints new boss of Neville Hill TrainCare Centre in West Yorkshire
Northern has appointed Kevin Gore, a seasoned manager from Alstom, as the new head of its historic Neville Hill TrainCare Centre in West Yorkshire, effective 1 July 2024.
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NewsSoutheastern launches largest recruitment drive in company history
Southeastern launches its largest recruitment effort ever, aiming to diversify its workforce and encourage new career paths in the rail industry through comprehensive training and inclusive hiring practices.
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NewsRAIB report released on Stafford Junction signal passed at danger incident
RAIB releases report on a Freightliner locomotive test run passing a red signal at Stafford Junction, prompting calls for improved safety measures and driver training.
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NewsCivil Rail Solutions secures £3 million funding for expansion
Civil Rail Solutions Limited has secured a £3 million funding line to support its growth and meet increased demand for labour in the rail and construction industries amid Network Rail's new investment plan.
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NewsRIA responds to General Election political party manifestos
The majority of the main political parties published their General Election manifestos this week with rail policy prominent among them.
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NewsRail trailblazers celebrated at the Women in Rail Awards 2024
The seventh Women in Rail Awards took place on Thursday 16 May at the stunning and iconic Roundhouse, Camden London.
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NewsVirgin Trains Ticketing issues Charter for Change
Virgin Trains Ticketing has today issued its 'Charter for Change' report, calling for politicians to urgently reform rail retail and unlock a better deal for passengers. New research from the retailer reveals that more than half (57%) of passengers have no idea that train operators can restrict certain ...
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NewsThales and Nokia to deliver seamless renewal to London Underground
Thales, in collaboration with its transmission network technology partner Nokia, has been awarded a contract by Transport for London (TfL) to deliver a comprehensive communications renewal to support the safe operations of the Tube network.
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Podcast
The Right Track Podcast Series, Ep 5- Ticketing
In May's episode of "The Right Track", Global Railway Review chats to Milda Manomaityte, Innovation Director at Railway Industry Association (RIA) following her presentation at the RIA Innovation Summit 2024 and the publication of the "Destination: Revenue Growth" ticketing blueprint.
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ArticleExpert View: Staying competitive is key in the wheelset market
As technologies and awareness around wheelset maintenance have advanced in recent years, how has SZ-VIT adapted to make the most of this? Rok Čeh, dipl. inž. str., SŽ – VIT, Center Ptuj (wheelset maintenance) explains all.