Another successful project delivered by Electro-Wind. We are proud to announce the successful completion and delivery of fifty-four bespoke IP65-rated 28V DC trailer transformers for a valued customer. Designed, engineered, and manufactured entirely in the UK at our 35,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Stoke-on-Trent, this project was delivered within an accelerated 8-week programme, meeting […]
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More Than a Third of UK Train Stations Found to Lack Disability Provisions in Recent Investigation
An investigation by leading women’s charity, Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland (SIGBI), into safety standards at UK train stations has revealed widespread gaps in disability provision. The results of the new investigation are based on surveys undertaken by Soroptimists – the charity’s members – across 373 stations and 985 platforms throughout the UK. Although […]
New station entrance to open at Temple Meads, transforming access to the railway and creating a new gateway to Bristol
The new eastern entrance at Bristol Temple Meads will open from 4pm on Monday 7 September, marking a significant milestone in the transformation of one of Britain’s busiest and most historic railway stations. Delivered by Network Rail in partnership with the Bristol Temple Quarter partners, the new entrance provides direct access between Bristol Temple Meads […]
Special ‘Sunflower Train’ brings communities together along the Severn Beach line
Community groups, rail industry partners, local volunteers and passengers shared a unique journey this morning (Friday 28 August) on board a special ‘Sunflower Train’ celebrating connection, creativity, and community along the Severn Beach line in Bristol. The event, led by Network Rail in partnership with Great Western Railway (GWR), Siemens, Severnside Community Rail Partnership and […]
£13.5m upgrade at Kilmarnock station gets underway
A £13.5m project to upgrade the track at Kilmarnock station began this bank holiday weekend, aiming to improve reliability for passengers travelling between Glasgow, Ayrshire and Dumfries and Galloway. Over the next 16 days, engineers will install 5.5km of new rail, 3,200 sleepers and 7,500 tonnes of ballast, the stone that supports the track. Once […]
£13.5m upgrade at Kilmarnock station gets underway
A £13.5m project to upgrade the track at Kilmarnock station began this bank holiday weekend, aiming to improve reliability for passengers travelling between Glasgow, Ayrshire and Dumfries and Galloway. Over the next 16 days, engineers will install 5.5km of new rail, 3,200 sleepers and 7,500 tonnes of ballast, the stone that supports the track. Once […]
Trains running again on the Severn Beach line following essential rail maintenance work in the Bristol area
Train services are running normally again on the Severn Beach line in Bristol after the railway reopened this morning following 12 days of essential maintenance work. During the line closure, engineers replaced Avonmouth level crossing (over King Road) and completed track and points maintenance, drainage improvements, and vegetation management at various locations between Bristol Temple […]
Trains running again on the Severn Beach line following essential rail maintenance work in the Bristol area
Train services are running normally again on the Severn Beach line in Bristol after the railway reopened this morning following 12 days of essential maintenance work. During the line closure, engineers replaced Avonmouth level crossing (over King Road) and completed track and points maintenance, drainage improvements, and vegetation management at various locations between Bristol Temple […]
West Coast Main Line open for journeys between London Euston and Scotland this August bank holiday
Passengers travelling between London Euston and Scotland this August bank holiday can continue to rely on the West Coast Main Line, with the majority of the route remaining open throughout the long weekend. With thousands of people expected to travel to visit friends and family, attend events or make the most of the final bank […]
UKRL Appoints Industry Leader Andrew Chivers as New Chair
UKRL, the leading independent provider of vehicle overhaul, maintenance, and engineering services to the UK rail industry, has appointed highly respected industry leader Andrew Chivers as Chair. A chartered engineer with over 40 years of leadership experience in rail operations, engineering, and asset management, Chivers brings a wealth of strategic expertise to the East Midlands-based […]