The Freight Safe Programme, which was established in 2024 to ensure forthright and continuous innovations in rail freight for the benefit of the industry and its customers, has produced a process to identify emerging and future risks to the sector. ‘Horizon Scanning’, a structured process for considering potential problems, threats, opportunities and likely future developments,such […]
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Staffordshire rail upgrades to improve safety and journey reliability
Passengers and residents in Stone, Staffordshire, are being advised about a £7m+ package of railway upgrades to improve safety, performance and long-term reliability on the West Coast Main Line. The work, which has been planned during the summer school holidays, includes refurbishing the River Trent Viaduct, replacing track at Stone station and the renewal of […]
Over a thousand people visit Inspiration train over two days at Margate station
Special train showcasing the past, present and future of our railway attracts young people to careers on the network, with the Bluebell Railway the next stop on the tour. The visit of a special exhibition train attracted over 1,000 people during its two-day stopover at Margate station on Sunday 20 and Monday 21 July, showcasing […]
