On Monday, 21st September, workers finished installing the final of six spans of the HS2 Water Orton viaduct in the West Midlands.
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 […]