The construction of a bridge that will allow high speed trains to pass under the busy A43 near Brackley took a major step forward over the weekend with completion of a complex multi-stage realignment of the dual carriageway. The A43 – which links Oxford, Brackley and Northampton – is a vital route, providing access to Silverstone and connections between the M40 and M1. It was reopened on Sunday evening after two consecutive […]
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HS2 completes major A43 works during twin weekend closures
The construction of a bridge that will allow high speed trains to pass under the busy A43 near Brackley took a major step forward over the weekend with completion of a complex multi-stage realignment of the dual carriageway. The A43 – which links Oxford, Brackley and Northampton – is a vital route, providing access to Silverstone and connections between the M40 and M1. It was reopened on Sunday evening after two consecutive […]
Electro-Wind Continues to Expand with Major Factory Refurbishment and Extension.
Electro-Wind Ltd is proud to announce the continued expansion and investment in its operations, marked by the recent extension and refurbishment of its main production premises. Operating across three sites, Electro-Wind has grown over 47 years. Following the 2016 expansion into a 20,000 sq. ft. facility to accommodate offices, stores, and despatch, and the addition […]
c2c secures SRS re-accreditation, showcasing continued dedication to safeguarding
Local rail operator c2c Railway is proud to reaffirm its commitment to safeguarding by securing full re-accreditation as part of the Safer Railway Scheme (SRS), scoring 88% in the assessment audit. The Safer Railway Scheme (SRS) is a joint initiative awarded by the British Transport Police (BTP) and Department for Transport (DfT) on an annual […]
Rail industry launches pilot to transform passenger information during disruption
Millions of rail passengers are set to benefit from new technology designed to deliver clearer, real-time information during disruption, as the system launches on some of Scotland’s busiest rail routes for the first time. The On Train Passenger Announcements (OTPA) system, developed by Network Rail, train operators and the Rail Delivery Group, is being piloted on 38 ScotRail trains from Tuesday 21 July as part of […]