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EURO9000 locomotives liveries in new liveries for Lineas and Dettmer Rail

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April 18, 2026
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Two new sightings of EURO9000 locomotives on European rails

Report released following Bedfordshire near miss

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April 18, 2026
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The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has released its report on the near-miss incident that took place at Millbrook, Bedfordshire, in September last year.

New East Sussex railway station building opened with help from Hastings Diesel Unit

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April 18, 2026
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The Kent and East Sussex Railway and Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust invited RailAdvent down to Robertsbridge today to see the official opening of Robertsbridge station.

New East Sussex railway station building opened with help from Hastings Diesel Unit

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April 18, 2026
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The Kent and East Sussex Railway and Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust invited RailAdvent down to Robertsbridge today to see the official opening of Robertsbridge station.

Watch: Network Rail use drones in fight against trespassers

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April 18, 2026
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Network Rail is using drone technology to prevent lineside fires that spread because of the action of trespassers on the railway.

Railway photo competition winners – Week 15 2026

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April 18, 2026
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Three winners were chosen at random this week, and you can click on any of the pictures below to view them in higher quality, as…

Steam locomotive 4709 – update released

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April 17, 2026
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A pair of vacuum reservoir tanks and the front and rear drawhooks have been ordered for the project to construct new-build 2-8-0 No. 4709.

Stadler sends first EUROLIGHT DUAL for Trenitalia to VUZ Velim for tests

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April 17, 2026
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The locomotive is part of a February 2023 framework agreement for up to 50 bi-mode locomotives, including a first call-off for 13 units and a 10-year maintenance contract.

Stadler sends first EUROLIGHT DUAL for Trenitalia to VUZ Velim for tests

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April 17, 2026
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The locomotive is part of a February 2023 framework agreement for up to 50 bi-mode locomotives, including a first call-off for 13 units and a 10-year maintenance contract.

CrossCountry’s Social Value report highlights £184m contribution to communities and the environment

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April 17, 2026
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Long-distance train operator CrossCountry has launched its 2026 Social Value report, outlining the positive impact of the business on people, places and the planet. Launching today (Friday 17 April), the report demonstrates how CrossCountry embeds social value into everyday work – from improving rail accessibility and creating inclusive employment opportunities, to supporting communities and enabling […]