New figures reveal that rail freight is playing an even bigger role in the run up to Christmas this year, bringing extra festive cheer to homes across Britain and cause for celebration in the 200th anniversary of the modern railway. Freight trains are helping to deliver millions of festive goods, including Christmas crackers, puddings, mince pies, decorations, […]
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Innovative M6 bridge slide helps HS2 cut traffic delays
Engineers working for the HS2 project claimed a UK-first over the weekend when they successfully slid an enormous 4,600-tonne viaduct across the M6 without closing the motorway – significantly reducing disruption to drivers. The 17 hour-long operation was the culmination of an epic three-stage process to assemble and install the 315-metre East deck of the […]
Engineering excellence applauded
One of the most prestigious accolades at the RailStaff Awards, the Rail Engineer of the Year Award celebrates the exceptional expertise and vision of the individuals whose work underpins the railway and drives it confidently into the future. The award recognises engineers who not only deliver technically outstanding projects, but whose influence helps shape best […]
Engineering excellence applauded
One of the most prestigious accolades at the RailStaff Awards, the Rail Engineer of the Year Award celebrates the exceptional expertise and vision of the individuals whose work underpins the railway and drives it confidently into the future. The award recognises engineers who not only deliver technically outstanding projects, but whose influence helps shape best […]
Grand Central launches first direct train from Seaham to London
Open access operator Grand Central has launched the first-ever direct services between Seaham and London, in a boost to the town’s regional connectivity. A celebration event took place at Seaham station today (Monday 15 December) to mark the historic occasion, attended by local MP Grahame Morris and other local councillors and businesses, who heralded the […]
Industry launches December 2025 timetable
The rail industry launched the biggest timetable change on the East Coast Main Line (ECML) in more than a decade on Sunday 14 December, as part of a wider set of timetable changes across the network. The new timetable is the result of £4 billion invested on the ECML over the past ten years, including […]
Industry launches December 2025 timetable
The rail industry launched the biggest timetable change on the East Coast Main Line (ECML) in more than a decade on Sunday 14 December, as part of a wider set of timetable changes across the network. The new timetable is the result of £4 billion invested on the ECML over the past ten years, including […]
Railway Mission welcomes new chaplain for North London
Railway Mission has announced the appointment of Manuela Mai as its new chaplain for the North London area, strengthening the charity’s pastoral and spiritual support for railway staff and the wider rail community. Manuela brings many years of Christian leadership and a deep passion for missional service within local communities. A graduate in Theology and […]