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May 2024

May 1, 2024
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The Railway Magazine provides the latest news, Steam & Heritage, modern traction and reviews and our brand-new May issue is out now! This time… Free […]

Emotive locomotive signals digital future

Simon Walton
May 1, 2024
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A new route for a ’66. DB Cargo UK has offered up one of its workhorses of the rail freight industry. The first “Shed” in the dynamic signalling revolution has had a digital makeover. The pathfinder locomotive has been retrofitted and moved on to begin dynamic testing. They’ve been around for over a quarter of…

Alternative walking route proposed following Levenmouth bridge delay

April 30, 2024
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The active travel bridge connecting Methilhill to the new Cameron Bridge station will not be in place for the opening of the new line as […]

Passengers warned of delays after overhead lines damaged on the West Coast Main Line

April 30, 2024
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Passengers travelling between Wigan North Western and Preston stations on the West Coast Main Line are being advised to check before they travel because of […]

Network Rail thanks passengers for their patience as Knottingley line reopens following landslip disruption

April 30, 2024
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Rail passengers in Knottingley are being thanked by Network Rail for their patience and understanding during recent disruption to train services as work is completed […]

Vital track works to affect Enfield Town and Cheshunt lines on weekends and Tuesday 28 May

April 30, 2024
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Network Rail is set to refurbish a worn-out junction in north London that is used intensively by London Overground trains.

Tribute to WW2 railway hero

April 30, 2024
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A memorial and dedication service honoured the life of LNER Railway Police Constable Robert Smith, who lost his life during an air raid in 1942. […]

Mossend International Railfreight Park ambitions for Scottish logistics

Simon Walton
April 30, 2024
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Mossend International Railfreight Park (MIRP) is making significant strides towards becoming Scotland’s first carbon-free rail terminal. Recent developments showcase its growing importance in the logistics sector. As construction progresses at the site located near Glasgow, key figures from the industry are taking notice of its potential to revolutionise supply chain logistics in Scotland and beyond.…

Locomotion moves 46 historic vehicles into £8m New Hall

April 29, 2024
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Locomotion has completed the movement of 46 vehicles into its new £8 million New Hall building at its site in Shildon. Credit: Owen Humphreys/PA Media […]

Are we heading for a rolling stock crisis?

April 29, 2024
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Despite the rapid return to almost pre-Covid passenger numbers, 2023 saw several fleets of trains withdrawn and placed in store. Chris Milner casts an eye […]