AtkinsRéalis has appointed Colette Carroll OBE as global market lead for rail to accelerate the company’s growth in this market and connect clients with the full range of its capabilities across regions. The appointment comes amid sustained global investment in rail, reflecting AtkinsRéalis’ commitment to positioning itself to capitalise on opportunities and help clients navigate […]
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HS2 starts work on new Fosse Way cycle bridge
HS2 engineers have begun installing a dedicated cycle bridge that will connect the Offchurch Greenway in Warwickshire to Route 41 of the national cycle network. The new bridge will complement HS2’s earlier programme of work, completed in October 2025, which saw the dual opening of nearby Fosse Way bridge and Offchurch Greenway bridge, which carry […]
ORR sets out priorities in 2026–27 Business Plan
Rail and road users across Britain will continue to see positive impacts from the Office of Rail and Road’s (ORR) planned work as set out in its Business Plan for 2026–27. And while the regulator prepares to transform for the transition to Great British Railways (GBR), the Plan makes clear that ORR will continue to […]
Over 111,000 journeys made as Tap & Go debuts at Grand National
Merseyrail has thanked customers and partners after successfully delivering rail services for the 2026 Grand National Festival, with more than 111,000 journeys made over the three day event. This year marked a huge milestone for the network, with Tap & Go used for the first time during the Grand National, giving racegoers a quicker and […]
Volunteers raise funds for RNLI at Cleethorpes station
A group of volunteers from TransPennine Express (TPE) and The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) took to Cleethorpes station over the weekend to fundraise for the lifeboat charity. TPE announced its partnership with RNLI last year, as well as with two other independent lifeboat charities – St Abbs Lifeboat and Humber Rescue. The partnerships bring […]
East West Rail reveals updated designs and accelerated construction plan
East West Railway Company (EWR Co) has launched its latest consultation which includes updated proposals for the new railway. Key design updates include an accelerated construction programme to deliver the benefits of the railway to communities earlier and the delivery of up to five trains an hour. The latest details are part of East West […]
Alstom and OCS improve Pendolino cleaning at Polmadie
Alstom and its contractors OCS have developed an enhanced cleaning technique for Avanti West Coast’s Pendolino fleet, ensuring the train’s windscreens leave the Glasgow Traincare Centre spotless. Tim Barton, train presentation manager at Alstom, and Jason Stuart, cleaning manager at OCS, have made use of mobile staging at the depot in Polmadie that – with […]
Rugby station mural supports campaign to prevent violence against women
A mural in support of a national campaign to prevent men’s violence against women and girls has been unveiled at Rugby station. Avanti West Coast partnered with Heart of England Community Rail Partnership (CRP), a local artist, and White Ribbon UK – the UK’s leading charity engaging men and boys to prevent violence against females […]
Brunel landmarks to be restored in Bath works programme
Rail passengers travelling through Bath later this month are being asked to plan their journeys in advance as Network Rail begins major restoration work on two of the region’s most important railway heritage structures: the Grade II listed Sydney Gardens footbridge and the eastern entrance to the iconic Box Tunnel. Sydney Gardens footbridge is the […]
