Category: Train Operating Companies

Scot rail to resume normal timetables as Glasgow Central High Level reopens

ScotRail will resume its normal timetable from Glasgow Central High Level tomorrow (Wednesday 25 March) after work was completed to reinstate the remaining platforms at the station. After more than a fortnight of disruption caused by a fire in a building on Union Street, platforms one to 15 can now be used from the start […]

GTR and Diane Morgan explore the UK’s most dangerous train habits

To encourage travellers to slow down and travel safely, the UK’s largest train operator has partnered with award-winning comedian Diane Morgan to release its first-ever train safety film, Travel Safe with Diane Morgan. The video explores the inner dialogue most people have when trying to catch a train, including rushing through the station, which can […]

GTR and Diane Morgan explore the UK’s most dangerous train habits

To encourage travellers to slow down and travel safely, the UK’s largest train operator has partnered with award-winning comedian Diane Morgan to release its first-ever train safety film, Travel Safe with Diane Morgan. The video explores the inner dialogue most people have when trying to catch a train, including rushing through the station, which can […]

Railway to unlock 1 million jobs and £79 billion for UK economy by 2036 

  Railway stations across the UK could unlock 1 million jobs and deliver £79 billion in economic value by 2036, according to new research commissioned by Great Western Railway (GWR).  The findings, revealed in a new report from economic research consultancy Development Economics show how stations are anchors for growth. The report reveals the ”Rail Catalyst Effect”: how stations act as catalysts for investment, opportunity and […]

Railway to unlock 1 million jobs and £79 billion for UK economy by 2036 

  Railway stations across the UK could unlock 1 million jobs and deliver £79 billion in economic value by 2036, according to new research commissioned by Great Western Railway (GWR).  The findings, revealed in a new report from economic research consultancy Development Economics show how stations are anchors for growth. The report reveals the ”Rail Catalyst Effect”: how stations act as catalysts for investment, opportunity and […]

Vital upgrades will close mainline through Suffolk and Norfolk during April

Network Rail will be carrying out vital upgrades on the line between Ipswich and Norwich on some April weekends, as well as improving three level crossings for both passengers and road users. The works, which can only be done when trains aren’t running, are aimed at minimising the risk of faults that cause delays. They […]

ScotRail Moves to Upgrade High-Speed Fleet in Major Overhaul

ScotRail has announced plans to replace its high speed trains (HSTs) following a successful procurement process.  A contract has been awarded to Beacon for the provision of twenty-two Class 222 trains, and to Alstom for the associated technical support, spares, and maintenance services.   The trains will undergo an extensive £80million overhaul and refurbishment prior to […]

New on‑train signage set to speed up boarding for TPE customers

TransPennine Express (TPE) customers will soon spot bold new signage on the outside of their trains – part of a fresh move to make boarding clearer and faster.   Several of the operator’s 802 trains have already been upgraded and the roll out will include all fleets.  The new look brings sharper, brighter markers for First Class, bike storage and wheelchair‑accessible doors, designed to be […]