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 […]
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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 […]
First of Great Western Railway’s recommissioned Class 175 trains enters passenger service
The first of Great Western Railway’s recommissioned Class 175 trains has entered into passenger service ahead of their phased rollout next year. Yesterday’s 1340 Plymouth-Penzance service was operated by 175001. It then operated the 1552 return service. GWR leased 26 Class 175 trains earlier this year as part of plans to rejuvenate its regional and […]
New low-cost train service launches linking Glasgow with North East and London
The all-electric train company Lumo has launched an affordable and reliable new service linking Glasgow directly with Falkirk, Edinburgh, the North East of England and London with great fanfare. Customers will be able to travel for as little as £33.10 between London and Glasgow, with tickets starting from an astonishing £10.90 between Newcastle and Glasgow. The low […]
Railway helps to deliver extra Christmas cheer in 200th anniversary year
New figures reveal that rail freight is playing an even bigger role in the run up to Christmas this year, bringing extra festive cheer to homes across Britain and cause for celebration in the 200th anniversary of the modern railway. Freight trains are helping to deliver millions of festive goods, including Christmas crackers, puddings, mince pies, decorations, […]
Innovative M6 bridge slide helps HS2 cut traffic delays
Engineers working for the HS2 project claimed a UK-first over the weekend when they successfully slid an enormous 4,600-tonne viaduct across the M6 without closing the motorway – significantly reducing disruption to drivers. The 17 hour-long operation was the culmination of an epic three-stage process to assemble and install the 315-metre East deck of the […]