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Philipp Brunner to become Stadler CEO

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September 30, 2026
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Stadler has appointed Philipp Brunner as its next Group CEO from 1 January 2027. He will succeed Markus Bernsteiner, who is stepping back from operational management after 27 years with the company.

Hector Rail has a new owner: InfraRed Capital Partners

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September 30, 2026
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The change of ownership comes six years after Ancala invested in Hector Rail in 2020.

North Wales railway line set to close for four weeks

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September 30, 2026
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Network Rail has released more details of the £25m worth of work it is to carry out on the North Wales Coast railway in January next year.

North Wales railway line set to close for four weeks

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September 30, 2026
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Network Rail has released more details of the £25m worth of work it is to carry out on the North Wales Coast railway in January next year.

North Wales railway line set to close for four weeks

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September 30, 2026
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Network Rail has released more details of the £25m worth of work it is to carry out on the North Wales Coast railway in January next year.

Kirklees Council visit Huddersfield station to check on improvement works

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September 30, 2026
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The new leadership of Kirklees Council has visited Huddersfield station and discussed with Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) representatives the benefits that the improvement work will bring to passengers and local communities.

Level boarding confirmed for Elizabeth Line at London superhub

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September 29, 2026
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High-speed railway HS2 has confirmed that the Elizabeth line platforms at Old Oak Common in west London will have step-free boarding.

Local dignitaries visit Severn Valley Railway

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September 29, 2026
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Beatrice Grant, the Lord-Lieutenant of Worcestershire, visited the Severn Valley Railway last Friday (25 September) to learn about the Railway’s volunteers, community role and its plans for the future.

Local dignitaries visit Severn Valley Railway

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September 29, 2026
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Andy Lewis appointed Chief Inspector of Rail Accidents

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September 29, 2026
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The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has announced the appointment of Andy Lewis as Chief Inspector of Rail Accidents. Andy will take up his role in November 2026 when Andrew Hall retires after almost five years in the role. Andy started his career with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, where he trained as a marine engineer, […]