New measures to tackle violence and intimidation against women and girls (VIAWG) on the railway have been launched by the rail industry and British Transport Police (BTP). Over the next two years, the rail industry has committed to use greater resources and enforcement measures as part of renewed commitments to ensure that all our customers and staff feel safe on Britain’s […]
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RFG sets out rail freight’s role in driving economic growth, resilience, and decarbonisation
The Rail Freight Group (RFG) has published a new report, ‘Freight Forward’, highlighting the vital contribution rail freight makes to the UK economy and wider society, and setting out the actions needed to unlock future growth. The report explores key themes including decarbonisation, community impact, resilience and rail reform, highlighting how rail freight can support […]
Alstom recognised as a ‘Trailblazer’ for workplace inclusion
Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has been nationally recognised as a ‘Trailblazer’ in its commitment to being an inclusive place to work in the UK. The rail company has been accredited as a Trailblazing Employer in Stonewall’s Proud Employers Accreditation scheme – the highest level of accreditation. Established in 1989, Stonewall is […]
HS2 engineers prepare to launch second viaduct over the M6
The west deck of the M6 South viaduct, which will carry high speed trains towards Birmingham, is being assembled in four sections. The first 107 metre section will be slid over the M6 junction 4 southbound slip road on 11th April 2026. The engineering team from Balfour Beatty VINCI, HS2’s contractor in the West Midlands, […]
Brighter travel ahead: Governments approve new framework for Scotland’s rail network ahead of Great British Railways launch
Rail passengers travelling in Scotland will benefit from strengthened local decision making under the Railways Bill which will establish Great British Railways (GBR) from next year. Both the UK and Scottish Governments have published the foundations for an agreement setting out how they will work together to exercise their respective rail functions after GBR is established. The framework for the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander and Scottish Ministers marks a major milestone in the […]
Strong winds cause disruption between Preston and Manchester
Passengers travelling between Preston and Manchester have been urged to check their journeys before travelling after a fallen tree damaged overhead electrical lines on the railway. Strong winds brought several trees down overnight causing damage to lines in the Lostock area, which has disrupted passengers. Delays and cancellations are likely to last throughout the day […]
‘Clear market appetite’ for energy and data centre partnership at GCRE site
The Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) has said that several blue-chip organisations have submitted formal Expressions of Interest in developing energy and data centre assets on its 700-hectare South Wales site. Over the last few months GCRE has been seeking a partner to develop Renewable Energy Sources (RES) and a Data Centre (DC) on […]
Major accessibility upgrades progress at Tenby station
Passengers at Tenby station to benefit from step-free access between platforms as upgrades move into next phase Network Rail, alongside contractors AmcoGiffen, is delivering major accessibility upgrades at Tenby station through the UK Government’s Access for All programme. The scheme will provide step-free access to both platforms via a new footbridge and lifts, making it […]
Step forward taken in quantum navigation technology for rail
Britain’s railway has taken a major step in the development of quantum navigation technologies, with new systems designed to measure train position with extreme precision now being advanced for the national rail network. Quantum inertial navigation uses ultra-sensitive sensors capable of detecting minute changes in motion and rotation. Unlike satellite-based navigation systems such as GPS, […]
AtkinsRéalis secures £98 million contract to modernise rail signalling across Wessex
AtkinsRéalis has been awarded a £98.5m contract by Network Rail to upgrade signalling and telecommunications infrastructure in Wessex, southern Britain, through the Havant Relock & Re-control project. The three-year programme will be delivered by a Network Rail and AtkinsRéalis integrated project team, covering 43 kilometres of railway near Portsmouth spanning 11 stations, 10 interlockings, four […]