The Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Joshua Fisher as its new chief operating officer. Joshua brings extensive experience in digital transformation and operational leadership, having previously served as RSSB’s Chief Digital Officer. This appointment marks a significant step in strengthening RSSB’s executive team as it continues to […]
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Stannah Lifts announces key leadership appointments
Stannah Lifts Distribution and Service (LD&S) has announced two significant appointments within its Maintenance and Repair (M&R) Division. Following the recent introduction of two regional managers—Julie Dutton (South) and Andy Miller (North)— the company is welcoming two talented colleagues into branch manager roles in Birmingham and Orpington. New appointments: Birmingham Service Branch – Peter Bailey […]
National Railway Museum and Google Arts & Culture launch ‘Beyond the Tracks’ project
A collaborative project between National Railway Museum and Google Arts & Culture called ‘Beyond the Tracks’ has been launched with the aim of bringing the transformative story of the railways to a global digital audience. To celebrate the 200-year anniversary of the modern railway, this work which has taken one year to create, embraces the […]
UK-engineered transformers driving offshore energy innovation
UK transformer designer and manufacturer Electro-Wind Limited is proudly showcasing one of its latest projects, in collaboration with a leading UK system integrator and automation solution provider. These custom-designed transformers will be seamlessly integrated into advanced power cabins and form part of a large system supporting offshore renewable operations. These large-scale transformers serve as critical […]
Changes to train services at London Waterloo as Network Rail makes major upgrades
Train services into and out of London Waterloo will change from Saturday 27 December 2025 to Sunday 4 January 2026 as engineers carry out vital upgrades near Queenstown Road. The work will improve safety and reliability on one of the country’s busiest railways. More than 350 engineers will renew track, switches and crossings, and conductor […]
Royal recognition for University of Southampton rail research
Engineers at the University of Southampton are leading the way in ensuring the UK’s railways are future proofed and resilient to climate change – using science to reach the most economical and effective solutions. Their work has saved billions of pounds of public money and improved the resilience of the ageing rail network. The University’s […]