Londoners are being invited to have their say on plans for a proposed new London Overground service linking Hendon and Hounslow. Transport for London (TfL) is running an eight-week consultation from Wednesday 23 September until Wednesday 18 November 2026, which invites feedback for the first time on proposals to create an 18.5km passenger route on […]
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Gripple renews sponsorship of Royal Oak FC
Sheffield manufacturer Gripple has renewed its partnership with grassroots football club Royal Oak FC and Assistant Manager Steve Bracknall for a second season, as the club unveils its brand-new home shirt in collaboration with Sports Direct. Since the partnership began in 2025, Steve has become a familiar face across the Gripple community, hosting customer events, […]
Gas leak causes major disruption between Reading and Swindon
Passengers are being urged not to travel between Reading and Swindon on Wednesday 23 September as a gas leak close to railway land in the Didcot area is expected to cause severe disruption throughout the day. Engineers from gas distribution company SGN are on site working to rectify the problem as quickly and safely as […]
Gas leak causes major disruption between Reading and Swindon
Passengers are being urged not to travel between Reading and Swindon on Wednesday 23 September as a gas leak close to railway land in the Didcot area is expected to cause severe disruption throughout the day. Engineers from gas distribution company SGN are on site working to rectify the problem as quickly and safely as […]
Railway Mission announces the death of Rev David Hardy
Railway Mission is deeply saddened to announce the death of the Rev David Hardy, Methodist Minister and long-serving Railway Mission chaplain, who died on Monday after living with cancer for some time. David was a familiar and much-loved figure around the railway for many years. He was serving as a Methodist minister in the Nuneaton […]
FirstClass Safety & Control launches new website and company brochure
FirstClass Safety & Control has launched a new company website and capability brochure, providing an updated showcase of its safety, control and interlocking expertise across Rail, Marine, and Petrochemical markets. The new website brings together FirstClass’s capabilities, project experience and technical expertise within a completely refreshed online presence, making it easier for customers, partners and […]
SET unveils ActiGlide at InnoTrans 2026, rethinking the wheel–rail interface
SET has today officially unveiled ActiGlide with Truemotion technology at InnoTrans 2026. ActiGlide presents a new approach to controlling movement at the wheel–rail interface, delivering unprecedented benefits to ride experience, efficiency and reduction of wear. ActiGlide is the first major release from SET’s innovation department, established to explore how intelligent engineering and new technology can […]
SLC appoints Chris Winfield to strengthen North West presence
SLC an infrastructure development and delivery specialist, has appointed experienced programme leader Chris Winfield as regional lead – North West, strengthening the company’s presence and client support across the region. Chris joins SLC following more than 18 years at Network Rail, where he held senior roles across some of the UK’s most significant rail and […]
Network Rail completes emergency removal of Oxhey Grange footbridge
Passengers have been thanked after Network Rail successfully completed the emergency removal of Oxhey Grange footbridge near Watford, reopening the West Coast Main Line earlier than planned on Sunday afternoon. Engineers worked through the night and into Sunday morning to safely dismantle and remove the deteriorated structure, which crossed one of Britain’s busiest railways. The […]
Network Rail completes emergency removal of Oxhey Grange footbridge
Passengers have been thanked after Network Rail successfully completed the emergency removal of Oxhey Grange footbridge near Watford, reopening the West Coast Main Line earlier than planned on Sunday afternoon. Engineers worked through the night and into Sunday morning to safely dismantle and remove the deteriorated structure, which crossed one of Britain’s busiest railways. The […]