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New OO Gauge pre-grouping wagons from Rapido Trains

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January 30, 2026
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Rapido Trains UK has announced that it is planning the release in OO Gauge of a range of pre-grouping wagons, as used on the Great Central Railway.

Major disruption to London Euston trains as fire brigade attend incident

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January 30, 2026
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The fire brigade is dealing with an incident between London Euston and Watford Junction, which means that all lines are blocked. The incident is affecting…

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Smartphone revenues hit record high as premium demand lifts Q4

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January 30, 2026
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Global smartphone revenues climbed to a record US$135 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025, rising 7% year-on-year as higher prices and strong demand for premium devices offset ongoing pressure on shipments.

Fault causes Manchester Metrolink line suspension

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January 30, 2026
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Transport for Greater Manchester is reminding passengers to check before travelling, as an ongoing electricity fault has meant the suspension of part of the Eccles…

London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services return to public ownership

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January 30, 2026
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On Sunday 1 February, London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services will become the latest to join DfT Operator Limited (DFTO), the Government’s public sector rail owning group. The milestone marks a further step towards creating an integrated rail network that passengers can rely on and be proud of under Great British Railways, which […]

Operators in the dark over resumption of France-Spain traffic

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January 30, 2026
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Rail operators remain in the dark over the resumption of freight trains between France and Spain. The closure of the Rubi Tunnel near Barcelona, for safety…

Why US Airlines Are Panicking Over Trump’s New Aircraft Threat

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January 30, 2026
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Canadian-built aircraft represent a considerable proportion of regional jet operations in the US.

Steam locomotive 1369 set for Llangollen visit

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January 30, 2026
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The Llangollen and Corwen Railway has announced that GWR Pannier Tank No. 1369 will be visiting for their Branch Line Gala.

Keolis retains Virginia Railway Express operating contract

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January 30, 2026
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The contract will start in July 2026 and may run for up to 15 years.

Train journeys fuelling reading revival, says LNER

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January 30, 2026
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New research from LNER reveals Britain is rediscovering the love of a good book on the train. To support the National Year of Reading 2026, the study suggests millions of passengers are turning train journeys into reading time, with listening to audiobooks, reading e-books, or even leafing through a traditional paperback being a popular pastime […]