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Network Rail Storm Goretti preparations for severe weather

08.01.2026

Network Rail Storm Goretti preparations ahead of 8/9 January

Network Rail infrastructure upgrades: Kent, Sussex, south London

08.01.2026

Network Rail infrastructure upgrades across Kent, Sussex and London

£49 million signalling works: Alstom upgrades key route

08.01.2026

£49 million signalling works complete on Portsmouth Direct line

A groundbreaking Rail Deal worth £1.5bn aims to transform South Wales and western England’s rail network.

03.02.2025

Rail Deal: £1.5bn Plan to Transform UK Rail Travel Unveiled

A groundbreaking Rail Deal worth £1. 5bn aims to transform South Wales and western England’s rail network.

03.02.2025

Manchester freight moves reshape logistics amid Old Trafford redevelopment plans

The UK government has endorsed Manchester freight moves, marking a significant shift in regional logistics. The redevelopment of Old Trafford will reshape freight operations, impacting local transport infrastructure and economic expansion.
ScotRail aims to increase event-based travel, targeting Oasis fans after Taylor Swift’s success. The company transported 65,000 concertgoers last year, proving growing demand for leisure train travel

02.02.2025

ScotRail Boosts Event Travel, Targeting Oasis Fans After Taylor Swift Success

ScotRail aims to increase event-based travel, targeting Oasis fans after Taylor Swift’s success. The company transported 65,000 concertgoers last year, proving growing demand for leisure train travel.
ScotRail passengers will soon experience another fare hike, as ticket prices increase by 4%. This follows last year’s sharp 9% rise, adding financial pressure on daily commuters

02.02.2025

ScotRail Passengers Face Fare Hike as Travel Costs Continue to Rise

ScotRail passengers will soon experience another fare hike, as ticket prices increase by 4%. This follows last year’s sharp 9% rise, adding financial pressure on daily commuters.
Contactless train payment is now available at more stations, bringing convenience to South East passengers. This expansion allows travelers to tap in and out quickly, reducing wait times.

02.02.2025

Contactless Train Payment Expands Across More South East Rail Stations

Contactless train payment is now available at more stations, bringing convenience to South East passengers. This expansion allows travelers to tap in and out quickly, reducing wait times.
Avanti West Coast passengers will face severe delays this Sunday as strikes and engineering works disrupt train schedules, potentially impacting weekend travel until June.

02.02.2025

Avanti West Coast Passengers Face Severe Disruptions Due to Strikes and Repairs

Avanti West Coast passengers will face severe delays this Sunday as strikes and engineering works disrupt train schedules, potentially impacting weekend travel until June.
The Greatest Gathering will be a major highlight of Railway 200, featuring historic locomotives, test track rides, and narrow-gauge trains.

31.01.2025

The Greatest Gathering: Celebrate Railway 200 with Historic Locomotives and Exhibits

The Greatest Gathering will be a major highlight of Railway 200, featuring historic locomotives, test track rides, and narrow-gauge trains.
Avanti West Coast is preparing for a historic attempt to set a new London-Glasgow speed record. This event is part of the Railway 200 celebrations, marking two centuries of railway progress.

31.01.2025

Avanti West Coast Aims to Break London-Glasgow Speed Record for Railway 200

Avanti West Coast is preparing for a historic attempt to set a new London-Glasgow speed record. This event is part of the Railway 200 celebrations, marking two centuries of railway progress.
ScotRail Expands Tap&Pay Smart Ticketing for Seamless Rail Travel.

31.01.2025

ScotRail Expands Tap&Pay Smart Ticketing for Seamless Rail Travel

ScotRail Expands Tap&Pay Smart Ticketing for Seamless Rail Travel. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Alstom will open its Derby facility this summer, inviting the public to celebrate Railway 200.

31.01.2025

Alstom Opens Derby Facility for Railway 200 Celebration This Summer

Alstom will open its Derby facility this summer, inviting the public to celebrate Railway 200. The event will feature historic steam locomotives, modern electric trains, and interactive railway exhibits.

31.01.2025

Freight Trains: Longer and More Efficient Solutions for Railway Transport

Railway Operators Introduce Longer Freight Trains for Better Efficiency. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The New Rail Deal for West UK includes £1.5bn for a Severn rail crossing, 30 new stations, and electrified rail routes to enhance connectivity across Western England and South Wales.

29.01.2025

New Rail Deal for West UK Proposes £1.5bn Severn Crossing

The New Rail Deal for West UK includes £1. 5bn for a Severn rail crossing, 30 new stations, and electrified rail routes to enhance connectivity across Western England and South Wales.