Train services are running normally again on the Severn Beach line in Bristol after the railway reopened this morning following 12 days of essential maintenance work. During the line closure, engineers replaced Avonmouth level crossing (over King Road) and completed track and points maintenance, drainage improvements, and vegetation management at various locations between Bristol Temple […]
West Coast Main Line open for journeys between London Euston and Scotland this August bank holiday
Passengers travelling between London Euston and Scotland this August bank holiday can continue to rely on the West Coast Main Line, with the majority of the route remaining open throughout the long weekend. With thousands of people expected to travel to visit friends and family, attend events or make the most of the final bank […]
UKRL Appoints Industry Leader Andrew Chivers as New Chair
UKRL, the leading independent provider of vehicle overhaul, maintenance, and engineering services to the UK rail industry, has appointed highly respected industry leader Andrew Chivers as Chair. A chartered engineer with over 40 years of leadership experience in rail operations, engineering, and asset management, Chivers brings a wealth of strategic expertise to the East Midlands-based […]
Britain’s railway open for business this August Bank Holiday, but please check before you travel
Most of Britain’s railway is open for business throughout the August Bank Holiday weekend, although some routes will be affected by planned improvement work and industrial action impacting East Midlands Railway (EMR) services The ongoing £1.4bn investment in digital signalling to improve the reliability of the East Coast Main Line means the route will be […]