Passengers and residents are being advised of long-term plans for the Cumbrian Coast Line after the closure of Whitehaven tunnel. Following the discovery of historic mine workings ahead of a planned track renewal specialist engineers have been working to deliver a lasting solution for the line. The extent of the work needed means Bransty tunnel, […]
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Tunnel tours celebrate Railway 200 and Birmingham Heritage Week
Thirty people have been behind the scenes at Birmingham New Street to celebrate the city’s heritage and the 200th anniversary of the birth of the modern railway. The lucky visitors, who won tickets as part of a Birmingham Heritage Week ballot, were able to walk the 400-metre-long tunnel, connecting the Mailbox to the station. The […]
Minimal disruption to passengers during East Midlands bridge replacement
Network Rail will soon begin major reconstruction work at Kirk Hill bridge in Sutton Bonington – with minimal disruption to train services. The project will see the structure demolished and replaced with a new bridge which offers a range of benefits. These include: The demolition of the existing bridge will take place on Thursday 25 […]
Former Metro train is donated to the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service
A decommissioned Metro train has been donated to the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) to support essential training for its crews. The old Metro carriage, number 4019, will form an integral part of the operational training facilities for fire fighters. It will allow the TWFRS training team to recreate real-to-life scenarios that […]
Carlisle secures major station refresh project with Arriva Rail London
Carlisle Support Services has been awarded a contract to deliver a major station refresh project across the London Overground network, which is operated by Arriva Rail London, on Transport for London’s behalf. This extensive programme of works will see updates made to customer-facing areas at 81 stations, enhancing travel experience for millions of passengers each […]
AECOM appoints new managing director for transportation in Europe and India
Global infrastructure firm AECOM has announced the appointment of Steve Higham as managing director for transportation in Europe and India. Steve will lead the company’s transportation business in the region. He also joins the regional executive leadership team. A civil engineer with 28 years’ experience in transport and infrastructure engineering, Steve joins AECOM from SYSTRA, […]
AECOM appoints new managing director for transportation in Europe and India
Global infrastructure firm AECOM has announced the appointment of Steve Higham as managing director for transportation in Europe and India. Steve will lead the company’s transportation business in the region. He also joins the regional executive leadership team. A civil engineer with 28 years’ experience in transport and infrastructure engineering, Steve joins AECOM from SYSTRA, […]
Ireland’s first train installed with ETCS signalling by Alstom
Alstom has successfully completed the installation and assessment body certification of the European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 1 on the Head of Series (HoS) for the IÉ 22000 Class, marking a significant milestone in Ireland’s rail modernisation. The train – 22001 – has received Assessment Body (AsBo), Notified Body (NoBo) and Designated Body (DeBo) […]
Ireland’s first train installed with ETCS signalling by Alstom
Alstom has successfully completed the installation and assessment body certification of the European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 1 on the Head of Series (HoS) for the IÉ 22000 Class, marking a significant milestone in Ireland’s rail modernisation. The train – 22001 – has received Assessment Body (AsBo), Notified Body (NoBo) and Designated Body (DeBo) […]
Brigg and Immingham MP visits Siemens Mobility’s Goole Rail Village
Siemens Mobility welcomed Martin Vickers, Member of Parliament for Brigg and Immingham, to its Goole Rail Village, where he met employees and learned how the site is driving jobs, skills, and innovation across Yorkshire and the Humber. During the visit, Mr Vickers toured the production line for new Piccadilly line trains for Transport for London […]