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Sheep help clear vegetation for Network Rail

Guest authors
June 6, 2026
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In Scotland, Network Rail is using sheep to tackle the problem of removing invasive non-native species such as giant hogweed and Himalayan balsam.

Sheep help clear vegetation for Network Rail

Guest authors
June 6, 2026
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In Scotland, Network Rail is using sheep to tackle the problem of removing invasive non-native species such as giant hogweed and Himalayan balsam.

“K” LINE orders four LNG-fuelled car carriers for European short-sea trades

Simon Walton
June 6, 2026
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Japanese carrier “K” LINE (Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha) has signed shipbuilding contracts for four LNG dual-fuel car carriers. The ships are intended for deployment in European short-sea operations.

Brundall rail station volunteers awarded grant for new wildlife-friendly garden

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June 5, 2026
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Volunteers at Brundall rail station in Norfolk have been awarded a grant to help create a new station garden and wildlife area. Brundall Parish Council awarded the project £200 to help transform the station into an even more wildlife-friendly space for passengers and the local community. The funding will support the creation of new planting […]

World Environment Day 2026: Rail industry accelerating shift towards a cleaner, greener Great British Railways

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June 5, 2026
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On World Environment Day (Friday 5 June), Network Rail and train operators are setting out how they are helping to make the UK a world leader in clean, green rail travel by reducing emissions, improving air quality, and protecting biodiversity across the network. Investment in renewable energy, air quality initiatives and modern trains, combined with […]

Hydrogen afloat shore power hub validated

Simon Walton
June 3, 2026
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A UK Government-backed consortium has validated “one of the world’s first fully grid-independent hydrogen power hubs” capable of supplying clean electricity directly to vessels at berth without conventional shore-side infrastructure upgrades.

Maraen awards quay contract at Port of Nigg

Simon Walton
June 1, 2026
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The Port of Nigg in northern Scotland is set for a major expansion of its marine infrastructure after owner Maraen awarded the contract for a new heavy-duty quay to construction specialist McLaughlin & Harvey.

Maraen awards quay contract at Port of Nigg

Simon Walton
June 1, 2026
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Maraen awards quay contract at Port of Nigg

Simon Walton
June 1, 2026
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Part closures planned on the Piccadilly line for vital upgrades and testing of new trains

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May 22, 2026
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Transport for London (TfL) is advising Piccadilly line customers to plan ahead during upcoming closures, as vital upgrade work continues ahead of a brand-new fleet of trains beginning to enter service between December 2026 and June 2027. The new trains will bring significant benefits to customers including walk-through carriages, increased reliability and frequency, improved accessibility […]