Third parties and investors will pay lower fees to invest in rail network infrastructure and rolling stock under new rates published today by the Office of Rail and Road (ORR), the rail regulator, as part of wider work to boost economic growth. Network Rail charges fees to cover the risks it takes on when a […]
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ORR announces lower investment fees for third parties and investors
Third parties and investors will pay lower fees to invest in rail network infrastructure and rolling stock under new rates published today by the Office of Rail and Road (ORR), the rail regulator, as part of wider work to boost economic growth. Network Rail charges fees to cover the risks it takes on when a […]
RAIB releases interim report on Elstow collision investigation
The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has published an interim report on the ongoing investigation into the Collision between passenger trains near Elstow, Bedfordshire on 19 June 2026. At around 17:13 on Friday 19 June 2026, train reporting number 1H46, the 16:40 passenger service from Corby to London St Pancras, collided with the rear of […]
Network Rail announces major accessibility upgrade for Kings Langley station
Passengers at Kings Langley station are set to benefit from significantly improved accessibility as Network Rail prepares to deliver a major station upgrade funded through the Department for Transport’s Access for All programme. The £10.6 million scheme will provide a fully accessible route between the station entrance and every platform, making it easier for passengers […]
Rhomberg Sersa Rail Group wins major Iarnród Éireann contract
Iarnród Éireann – Irish Rail (IÉ) has awarded a major contract to Rhomberg Sersa Rail Group Ireland following a competitive tender process that commenced in February 2025. The contract – which is for eight years with the option to IÉ to extend for a further two years – is valued in excess of €140 million. […]