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Knorr-Bremse to showcase Sand Flow Detection solution at RSN 2025
Knorr-Bremse Rail Systems (UK) will be showcasing its latest Sand Flow Detection technology at the Rolling Stock Networking (RSN) 2025 event on 3 July at the Derby Arena. Knorr-Bremse’s Sand Flow Detection sensors are already extensively used across Europe, with over 5,500 units integrated into sander systems supplied by Knorr-Bremse for over 10 years. The […]
Octavius awarded contract for accessibility improvements at second Southend station
Network Rail has awarded a second contract to Octavius within a month, this time to improve accessibility at Southend East station for c2c passengers. Plans for Southend East will include two new lifts and a new accessible footbridge, making it easier and safer for all passengers with reduced mobility, pushchairs or heavy luggage to move […]
Porterbrook appoints Max Ordish as head of freight and commercial projects
Rolling stock financier and asset management company Porterbrook has today announced the appointment of Max Ordish as head of freight and commercial projects. Max, previously senior commercial delivery manager at Porterbrook, has considerable freight experience and has been pivotal in supporting the company’s propositions in the sector since re-entering the market. Stefan Rose, chief investment officer, […]
New partnership means rail passengers can say goodbye to mobile blackspots
Project Reach, a new partnership between Network Rail, Neos Networks, and Freshwave, will see an end to the worst signal blackspots on the major rail arteries of Britain as the companies join forces to provide the biggest upgrade to Britain’s rail telecoms infrastructure in decades. Benefitting millions of rail passengers, the partnership will establish the […]
New solar facility will provide green power for the Tube
Transport for London (TfL) has appointed EDF Renewables UK, through its subsidiary Longfield Solar Energy Farm Limited, to generate and deliver green electricity via a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) over 15 years. The contract will see a new solar facility built in Longfield, Essex, and renewable energy generated for the Tube. The facility will also […]
Lumo launches new gender-neutral uniforms with a focus on sustainability
Open-access train operator Lumo has launched new gender-neutral uniforms which have been created with a conscious effort to minimise environmental impact. The uniforms are being rolled out across Lumo’s Newcastle-based team who welcome passengers on daily services between Edinburgh and London, marking a key step in the company’s commitment to both inclusivity and sustainability. The […]