Avanti West Coast and Railway Children hosted an all-day event along the West Coast Main Line to raise awareness of safeguarding issues affecting children and young people. Joining together with rail industry partners, including British Transport Police and Network Rail, the train operator alongside the charity launched an event called “Day of Action”. Dedicating a […]
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Luton North MP views sustainable development carried by rail
Luton North MP, Sarah Owen, has shown her support for building the homes needed to fix the housing shortage and for using the railway as an alternative to carrying construction materials on local roads. On a recent visit to Breedon Group, based on Leagrave Road, Ms Owen was shown a freight train unloading materials carried 130 miles by […]
Storm Floris disruption expected to continue into Tuesday as recovery takes place
ScotRail is advising customers that some disruption from Storm Floris will continue into Tuesday. Storm Floris is continuing to have a significant impact on Scotland’s Railway, including damage to overhead lines and trees falling on tracks across the country. With winds of up to 90mph in some parts of the country, a significant clear-up job […]
Jenni Falconer Joins Routes from LNER to Take Listeners and Guests on a New Journey This September
Award-Winning podcast Routes with LNER is back on track for a brand-new season — and this time, there’s a new voice in the driving seat. Jenni Falconer, well-known broadcaster and self-confessed travel lover is ready to guide listeners and guests through the stories of the places that have shaped them. From the momentous to the modest and […]
Trains resume between Twyford and Henley after engineering work
Passengers can resume journeys between Twyford and Henley-on-Thames this morning after Network Rail completed essential engineering work. Five days of round-the-clock work took place on the branch line to replace 100m of track, sleepers and ballast to keep the railway running safely and smoothly. The railway was temporarily closed so the work could take place […]
M Group successfully completes Telent acquisition
M Group has successfully completed the acquisition of Telent, the UK and Ireland’s leading provider of operational technology and critical digital infrastructure solutions, following the necessary regulatory approvals. Combining M Group’s leading infrastructure services offering with Telent’s leading technology and digital solution capabilities, this transformative deal marks an exciting new phase for both businesses. The […]
Hitachi Rail completes acquisition of Omnicom to bolster its digital asset management business
Hitachi Rail has acquired the cutting-edge digital rail monitoring business Omnicom from Balfour Beatty in a strategic move to further grow HMAX, Hitachi Rail’s digital asset management business. With HMAX already installed on over 2,000 trains globally, Omnicom solutions will now feed into the platform’s bespoke offering for Hitachi Rail’s customers around the world. The new […]
Quattro Group announces sale of AB2K
Quattro Group has today confirmed the sale of its Scottish-based subsidiary, AB2K, in a management buyout that forms part of a sector-led separation. This strategic move enables both businesses to specialise in their respective core industries. Statement from John Murphy, Managing Director of Quattro Group “AB2K has been a valued part of the Quattro Group […]
Improved access for all at Lostwithiel station as new ramp opens
Accessibility has been improved for passengers using Lostwithiel station after Network Rail opened a new accessible ramp at the station in Cornwall. The new 22m-long ramp ensures platform two, for trains towards Penzance, is now fully accessible. It allows access from Grenville Road to the platform and avoids using the other access point between the […]
Powerlines Group Launches New Company in Ireland to Drive Rail Infrastructure and Energy Growth
Powerlines Group, one of Europe’s leading providers of infrastructure electrification solutions in Rail, Energy and eMobility, is proud to announce the establishment of SPL Powerlines Ireland Ltd. This strategic expansion underscores our commitment to supporting Ireland’s rapidly growing transport and energy sectors, bringing world-class expertise to both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. As […]