Arriva Group has today signed a contract with Škoda for €300 million to supply new electric trains in Czech Republic, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to operating modern, sustainable and comfortable passenger transport across Europe. Under the agreement, Škoda will supply 22 modern electric trains capable of reaching speeds of up to 200km/h, helping Arriva deliver […]
Category: UK
Freight digital signalling fitment takes a step forward
A step forward has been taken towards the challenge of fitting ETCS (European Train Control System) digital in-cab signalling equipment to hundreds of Britain’s freight locomotives. GB Railfreight’s 66 784 started fitment work at EMD Longport on Tuesday 15 July. The loco will be the first freight fitment outside the ‘first in class’ process, and […]
EMR partners with charity to improve travel for autistic people
East Midlands Railway (EMR) has undertaken Autism Champions training in partnership with the National Autistic Society. This specialist programme equips selected staff with the knowledge and resources to deliver autism awareness workshops to colleagues across the organisation, with the goal of building understanding, breaking down barriers, and fostering a more supportive environment for autistic customers. […]
Siemens Mobility inspires next generation of engineers in Goole
Team members at Siemens Mobility’s Goole Rail Village have sparked interest among local schoolchildren in exciting careers in engineering. Together with national charity Primary Engineer, Siemens Mobility has delivered an engaging programme in primary schools in Goole and the surrounding area aimed at inspiring the next generation of train designers and engineers. This year, Siemens […]
TPE and Network Rail team up to showcase opportunities for women
TransPennine Express (TPE) and Network Rail have spent two weeks showing a group of women who have taken a career break how a job in rail could be a good fit for them. Through a partnership with Women in Rail, ‘Never Mind the Gap’ provides training and work placements for women who want to ‘change […]
RSSB releases latest Annual Health and Safety Report
A new report by the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) shows rail is still among the safest transport modes for passengers and goods. Amid economic challenges and industry changes, continued vigilance and focus on health and safety remain essential. RSSB launched the 2024-2025 Annual Health and Safety Report (AHSR) at its fifth annual Operations […]
Passengers urged to plan for seven-day Cross City line closure
Passengers using the Cross City North line between Birmingham and Lichfield are being reminded no trains will run for seven days later this month. There will be no services between Birmingham New Street and Lichfield Trent Valley from Monday 28 July until Sunday 3 August inclusive, with the line reopening as normal on Monday 4 […]