All Workforce strategy & skills articles – Page 16
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NewsLumo drives Innovation with new Senior Appointment
Newcastle-based train operator Lumo has announced the strategic appointment of Rachel Firth as Customer Experience and Innovation Manager, reinforcing its commitment to delivering transformative growth and setting new industry standards in modern rail travel.
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NewsYoung woman becomes one of the latest Fellows of Institution of Civil Engineers
Five professionals who have been awarded Fellowship by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the highest grade of membership and a globally recognised mark of professional excellence.
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NewsGTR celebrates King's Trust anniversary milestone
Govia Thameslink Railway, the rail operator responsible for running Southern, Thameslink, Great Northern and Gatwick Express services, has started the New Year by marking a milestone anniversary with the King’s Trust, formally the Prince’s Trust.
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NewsRailway Benefit Fund announces new Chairman
Tim Shoveller, CEO UK/Europe of the Freightliner Group and current Chairman of Railway Benefit Fund (RBF), has retired from his role as RBF Chairman after ten years of dedicated service. David Horne, Managing Director of LNER, will succeed him as Chairman.
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ArticleThe accessibility technology dismantling barriers for disabled passengers
During the festive season with unpredictable weather and record passenger volumes, the barriers experienced by Disabled and older passengers, and anyone with access needs, can increase significantly. Emma Partlow, Director of Consumer Engagement and Policy, Transreport, explains that reducing barriers is something to address all year round, not just seasonally.
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NewsAward sponsors praise winners of RailStaff Awards 2024
Sponsors of the 2024 RailStaff Awards, Land Sherriff, review presenting a top prize at the industry event.
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NewsPorterbrook welcomes new Director for Scotland
Rolling stock financier and asset management company, Porterbrook, has today announced the appointment of David Lister as Director for Scotland.
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WhitepaperSustainable Digital Asset Management in Rail
Explore digital transformation in rail asset management with DELMIA to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
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ArticleSwissrail shares valuable insights at InnoTrans 2024
At InnoTrans 2024, Editor Elizabeth Jordan met up with Andreas Haas, the managing director of Swissrail, for a chat about their latest projects and their experience at the biggest rail event in the calendar.
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ArticleInnoTrans 2024 Review
At the end of our Winter Issue, you'll find our exclusive review of InnoTrans 2024, where we met with some brilliant voices of the industry and got to grips with some of the latest technologies and projects to be “rolled-out” in the next few years.
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ArticleGlobal Railway Review Issue 4 2024
Welcome to the winter issue of 2024! Firstly, I’d like to take a moment to thank everyone who has written for Global Railway Review this year. Without your expert insights, research and plans, the rail industry would be standing still. Next, I’d like to thank all ...
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WhitepaperExperience the power of fully integrated rail systems
Explore how integrated planning helps you optimise daily rail freight operations, across all planning areas and time horizons for greater efficiency.
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News11 young people graduate from QTS Rail Skills Academy in East Kilbride
The QTS Rail Skills Academy in East Kilbride has successfully graduated 11 young people, equipping them with essential skills and opportunities to begin careers in the rail industry.
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NewsNorthern launches recruitment drive to attract skilled train engineers
Northern is recruiting skilled engineers for roles in Leeds, Liverpool and Manchester, offering competitive salaries of up to £50,320 to maintain its fleet of over 340 trains.
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WhitepaperCase Study ebook: Intelligent Airport Automations
Accelerating Airport Automation with Neousys Rugged Edge AI Computers
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NewsBank of England recruiter Philip Smith joins Railway Mission as trustee
Philip Smith, a lead recruiter at the Bank of England, has been appointed as a trustee of the Railway Mission, where he will bring his extensive HR experience to support pastoral care initiatives for the railway community.
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NewsDanny Lane appointed as Chief Operating Officer at Aaron Engineering Group
Danny Lane has been appointed Chief Operating Officer at Aaron Engineering Group, bringing over 24 years of rail industry experience and a commitment to driving sustainable growth.
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Rail Skills Conference proposes ‘Railway Erasmus’ to address workforce shortages
The STAFFER project recommends a ‘Railway Erasmus’ and national rail education programmes to equip young Europeans with essential skills and address labour gaps in the rail sector.
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NewsQTS Group expands operations across England
Rail contractor QTS Group is opening new locations across England, increasing its workforce and enhancing services to support growing rail infrastructure demands.
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ArticleThe people behind the wheel: Daniel Beutler’s story, Transreport
In the latest instalment of ‘The people behind the wheel’ series, Daniel Beutler, Chairman of Transreport, spoke to Global Railway Review’s Halimah Haque about his career journey, his passion for inclusive transportation and the role innovation plays in shaping the future of the rail industry.