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Next chapter of EMR’s £60 million big regional refurb begins as first revamped Class 158 enters service
East Midlands Railway (EMR) has unveiled its first refurbished Class 158 train marking the next major milestone in its £60 million project to improve its regional fleet. The project will deliver a cleaner, more modern on-board experience and ensure the trains continue to provide a reliable and comfortable service for years to come. The Class 158 […]
LNER leading the rail industry in gender
LNER has been recognised by Women in Transport as leading the rail sector in gender equity. The not-for-profit organisation published their second national report on gender equity which describes LNER as a consistent leader. Women in Transport surveyed over 100 organisations across the transport industry on areas such as female workforce representation, female leaders, gender […]
Railway Mission Chaplains: Crisis to Comfort – The Hidden Strength Behind a Resilient UK Rail Sector
In the world of rail operations, employee wellbeing is not just a moral imperative; it’s a strategic one. In 2024, Railway Mission chaplains responded to 9,896 individual situations across the UK rail network. These included everything from critical incidents and traumatic events to deeply personal challenges like bereavement, illness, and family breakdown. Railway Mission chaplains […]