All UK articles – Page 2
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NewsNew rail leaders appointed as government advances plans for Great British Railways reform
The government appoints new chairs at Network Rail and DFTO, strengthening leadership as legislation progresses to integrate track and train under Great British Railways.
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NewsM6 reopens early after successful installation of Clifton railway bridge improving West Coast Main Line
Network Rail and Skanska completed the new Clifton railway bridge ahead of schedule, allowing the M6 to reopen early and enhancing rail and road travel.
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NewsNew signalling era begins as £61m Carlisle upgrade boosts West Coast Main Line reliability
A major resignalling project in Carlisle has gone live, modernising ageing systems and improving reliability for passenger and freight services on the West Coast Main Line.
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NewsBalfour Beatty demonstrates hydrogen-powered engine technology reducing carbon emissions across rail and infrastructure fleets
Balfour Beatty has successfully trialled Engine Carbon Clean, cutting emissions by 15.79 per cent on rail-mounted plant and improving fuel efficiency and engine performance.
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NewsNetwork Rail completes £7m Mossend upgrade to strengthen Scotland’s most important freight corridor
Network Rail’s nine day Mossend upgrade improves freight reliability, boosts depot speeds and supports greener transport across Scotland’s busiest rail freight hub.
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NewsAlstom secures £20 million contract to overhaul nearly 400 Southeastern Networker bogies in Cheshire
Alstom will refurbish almost 400 bogies for Southeastern’s Class 465 fleet at Crewe Works, supporting 50 skilled roles and ensuring reliable train operations in the UK.
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NewsPassengers benefit from faster satellite wifi on south western railway festive services
Passengers travelling between London and the south of England enjoy onboard connectivity through a new satellite wifi trial launched by South Western Railway this Christmas.
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NewsLumo launches affordable electric train service linking Glasgow with London and key UK cities
Lumo’s new electric service offers low fares and direct connections between Glasgow, Edinburgh, Falkirk, the North East, and London, enhancing sustainable travel and passenger experience.
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NewsORR publishes first benchmarking report on train operators’ passenger assistance and highlights areas for improvement
The ORR report reveals unreliable delivery of passenger assistance across UK rail operators, prompting formal investigations and action plans to improve service for disabled passengers.
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NewsBritish Transport Police to trial live facial recognition technology at London railway stations
BTP will pilot live facial recognition at key London stations to improve public safety, target high-risk offenders, and ensure ethical, privacy-compliant use of technology.
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NewsUK-first mainline rail trial uses real-time technology to enhance safety at rural level crossings
Network Rail and Universal Signalling trial U-Cross on the Heart of Wales line, improving train location monitoring and safety at rural user-worked crossings.
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NewsUK rail fare revenue rises 8 per cent as government subsidy for operations declines
Fare revenue for Great Britain’s rail network increased to £11.5 billion, reducing government funding while passenger journeys near pre-pandemic levels and costs continue to rise.
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NewsUniversity of Southampton wins Queen Elizabeth Prize for pioneering rail research improving UK network resilience
Southampton engineers’ research has improved railway resilience, saved billions, and developed innovative solutions for electrification, embankments, and climate-proof infrastructure, winning a prestigious national education award.
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NewsRail industry expands Disabled Persons Railcard eligibility to make train travel more accessible for everyone
The Disabled Persons Railcard will now include non-visible disabilities, simplify applications, and ensure fair, affordable travel across Britain, supporting passengers and one accompanying adult.
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NewsRSSB launches new train protection strategy to reduce SPADs and overspeed risks across Britain’s rail network
The RSSB Train Protection Strategy aims to enhance safety, mitigate SPADs and overspeed incidents, and guide the industry before full ETCS rollout across Britain.
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New DLR trains withdrawn over faulty brakes after just six weeks in service on London light railway
Docklands Light Railway removes new B23 trains after brake faults, with older stock covering services while engineers investigate and a reduced timetable remains in place.
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NewsNetwork Rail completes UK’s first low-carbon track renewal between Honor Oak Park and Forest Hill
Network Rail and Southern Renewals Enterprise deliver the UK’s first low-carbon track renewal, cutting emissions through innovative materials and renewable-powered operations in south London.
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NewsLandmark railways bill to create Great British Railways and improve passenger services nationwide
The UK government introduces the Railways Bill, establishing Great British Railways to simplify ticketing, improve reliability, strengthen passenger rights and modernise rail services across Britain.
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NewsAlstom opens new HVAC facility and offices at Crewe Works with expanded UK roles
Alstom has inaugurated a modern HVAC overhaul facility and refurbished offices at Crewe Works, creating over 100 skilled roles and increasing train servicing capacity.
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NewsDoncaster unveils The Gresley Institute to train next generation of rail industry professionals
Network Rail has reopened Doncaster’s railway training centre as The Gresley Institute, providing state-of-the-art facilities and STEM-focused learning for future rail industry professionals.