New measures to tackle violence and intimidation against women and girls (VIAWG) on the railway have been launched by the rail industry and British Transport Police (BTP). Over the next two years, the rail industry has committed to use greater resources and enforcement measures as part of renewed commitments to ensure that all our customers and staff feel safe on Britain’s […]
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RFG sets out rail freight’s role in driving economic growth, resilience, and decarbonisation
The Rail Freight Group (RFG) has published a new report, ‘Freight Forward’, highlighting the vital contribution rail freight makes to the UK economy and wider society, and setting out the actions needed to unlock future growth. The report explores key themes including decarbonisation, community impact, resilience and rail reform, highlighting how rail freight can support […]
Alstom recognised as a ‘Trailblazer’ for workplace inclusion
Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has been nationally recognised as a ‘Trailblazer’ in its commitment to being an inclusive place to work in the UK. The rail company has been accredited as a Trailblazing Employer in Stonewall’s Proud Employers Accreditation scheme – the highest level of accreditation. Established in 1989, Stonewall is […]
Brighter travel ahead: Governments approve new framework for Scotland’s rail network ahead of Great British Railways launch
Rail passengers travelling in Scotland will benefit from strengthened local decision making under the Railways Bill which will establish Great British Railways (GBR) from next year. Both the UK and Scottish Governments have published the foundations for an agreement setting out how they will work together to exercise their respective rail functions after GBR is established. The framework for the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander and Scottish Ministers marks a major milestone in the […]
‘Clear market appetite’ for energy and data centre partnership at GCRE site
The Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) has said that several blue-chip organisations have submitted formal Expressions of Interest in developing energy and data centre assets on its 700-hectare South Wales site. Over the last few months GCRE has been seeking a partner to develop Renewable Energy Sources (RES) and a Data Centre (DC) on […]
Step forward taken in quantum navigation technology for rail
Britain’s railway has taken a major step in the development of quantum navigation technologies, with new systems designed to measure train position with extreme precision now being advanced for the national rail network. Quantum inertial navigation uses ultra-sensitive sensors capable of detecting minute changes in motion and rotation. Unlike satellite-based navigation systems such as GPS, […]
AtkinsRéalis secures £98 million contract to modernise rail signalling across Wessex
AtkinsRéalis has been awarded a £98.5m contract by Network Rail to upgrade signalling and telecommunications infrastructure in Wessex, southern Britain, through the Havant Relock & Re-control project. The three-year programme will be delivered by a Network Rail and AtkinsRéalis integrated project team, covering 43 kilometres of railway near Portsmouth spanning 11 stations, 10 interlockings, four […]
Transport Secretary tasks HS2 with reducing construction time and cost
The Transport Secretary has tasked HS2 Ltd to explore options to remove complexity that could cut billions in costs and reduce delays for the project. The move comes as part of the Government’s reset of the high-speed rail line to ensure more trains and faster journeys are delivered as quickly and efficiently as possible, following […]
Lumo reveals first glimpse of refurbished Class 222 trains
Lumo has revealed a first glimpse of the eye-catching new livery on the refurbished Class 222 trains that will serve customers on its West Coast service which launches this Spring. The refurbishment work is being undertaken by Alstom’s modernisation facility in Widnes, in association with Beacon Rail. The trains feature a striking new livery in […]
Lumo reveals first glimpse of refurbished Class 222 trains
Lumo has revealed a first glimpse of the eye-catching new livery on the refurbished Class 222 trains that will serve customers on its West Coast service which launches this Spring. The refurbishment work is being undertaken by Alstom’s modernisation facility in Widnes, in association with Beacon Rail. The trains feature a striking new livery in […]