QTS Group, one of the UK’s leading rail infrastructure contractors, has been awarded the Investors in Diversity Silver Award by the National Centre for Diversity. The accolade recognises the firm’s ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace. Successful recognition followed a comprehensive review of the company’s policies, practices, and culture, with the […]
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Lumo owner bids to turbo-charge UK rail with new routes
FirstGroup plc plans to expand its open access rail operations through its successful Lumo business, boosting connectivity, improving UK productivity and passenger choice across the UK. The expansion aims to replicate the success of Lumo’s Edinburgh to London service in driving material growth on the East Coast Main Line. Lumo operates without government subsidy and […]
10 new Elizabeth line trains start production to support growth, as new data shows how the hugely popular railway has boosted the economy
Elizabeth line customers are closer to getting more brand new trains, as construction has begun on the first of an additional 10 to be introduced to the network. These new trains are being built in the East Midlands to support both growing demand for the hugely popular line and the government’s growth agenda. Since opening […]
New mural at London Waterloo celebrates 200 years of railway romance
South Western Railway (SWR) and Network Rail launched a new mural at London Waterloo on Friday (24 October) as a lasting commemoration for Railway 200 at Britain’s largest station. ‘200 Years of Romance’ was created by artist Patricio Forrester, the founder of Artmongers, who are known for their work composing public murals. To create the […]