The Christmas period will see strong progress made on Network Rail projects along the East Coast Main Line – part of the £160 million of railway investment nationally this festive season. Much of the Christmas work will be done while trains are not running but passengers are advised to check all parts of their journey before travelling. […]
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Alstom supports charity Christmas shoebox appeal in Derby
Alstom is supporting Teams4U (T4U) with its nationwide shoebox appeal this Christmas, which is providing gifts and essentials to vulnerable children in Moldova. Staff at the train manufacturer’s historic Litchurch Lane Works in Derby offered the charity space in B shop – one of the site’s vast workshops – where public donations were dropped off, […]
Alstom supports charity Christmas shoebox appeal in Derby
Alstom is supporting Teams4U (T4U) with its nationwide shoebox appeal this Christmas, which is providing gifts and essentials to vulnerable children in Moldova. Staff at the train manufacturer’s historic Litchurch Lane Works in Derby offered the charity space in B shop – one of the site’s vast workshops – where public donations were dropped off, […]
Railway in the West Midlands and Chilterns open over Christmas period – but check before you travel
The majority of trains across the West Midlands and on the Chiltern main line will run as normal this Christmas – but passengers should still check before they travel as some journeys will be affected by planned work. Maintenance and HS2-related work will take place over Christmas and the New Year, but with limited impact […]
South Western Railway boosts commuter capacity as 30th Arterio train enters service
SOUTH Western Railway (SWR) today announced a major milestone in the Arterio fleet rollout programme, with the 30th Arterio diagram entering service. The 30 Arterios are now operating over 390 daily services, transforming journeys for tens of thousands of customers. The new fleet is now serving all 96 stations on SWR’s suburban network including Ascot, Barnes, Earlsfield, Feltham, Guilford, Hampton Court, Hounslow, Kingston, Putney, Reading, Richmond, Surbiton, Twickenham, Wimbledon and […]
Honouring true industry advocates
Launched in 2024, in honour of Tom O’Connor, founder of Rail Media and visionary behind the RailStaff Awards, the Rail Ambassador Award celebrates those who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to promoting and advancing the rail industry. The Award honours the individuals who champion the industry, serve as positive advocates, inspire others, and help to […]
HALOS discusses their Transport industry predictions for 2026
“The delivery and logistics industry is poised for a major acceleration in 2026. Adoption of body-worn cameras will start where it always does – safety and security. Protecting drivers or staff from aggressive behaviour and deterring theft of high-value goods has to remain a priority. But very quickly, body-worn cameras become a better proof-of-delivery mechanism […]
London’s Therapia Lane trams depot in Croydon makes green transition through removal of fossil fuels and installation of hundreds of new solar panels
Therapia Lane, where London Trams are based, has become Transport for London’s first depot to remove fossil gas usage by upgrading its heating system. It has also introduced on-site solar generation. By adapting the depot in its biggest overhaul since it opened 27 years ago, the new heating and power system prepares the site for […]
Avanti West Coast enhances connectivity on Liverpool route in new timetable
Avanti West Coast has introduced its new December timetable with an increase to services on its Liverpool route. Launched this week, the intercity operator’s new timetable is focused on enhancing connectivity to Liverpool, with customers travelling on this route now able to benefit from the option of two trains per hour throughout most of […]
A lifetime of rail excellence
The rail industry is lucky enough to include thousands of staff who’ve served faithfully throughout their entire working lives. Many of those now reaching retirement age can boast decades of dedication and it’s not unheard of for employees to leave with 50 years or more under their belt. The Lifetime Achievement Award honours those who’ve […]