Evero’s over the Settle & Carlisle line
A report on Winter diversions for Avanti’s bi-mode trains, originally published in the February issue of Rail Express Magazine. For two weeks between January 1 to 14, the West Coast Main Line was closed for through traffic north of Preston to allow Network Rail to replace the life-expired Clifton Viaduct spanning the M6 motorway just […]
Choosing the Right Leadership: External vs Internal Candidates for C-Suite Success
The C-suite is arguably the most vital department in your business. When a leader leaves, it’s critical to focus on a succession plan. One crucial decision is whether to initiate external vs internal C-suite hiring. This article will examine the pros and cons of each, although every company has unique characteristics that may guide this […]
Over 1,000 Lifesaving Interventions on Anglia Railway in Five Years
Network Rail has released data that shows that 176 lifesaving interventions took place across the Anglia railway route last year – contributing to over 2,280 nationally. Over the last five years, colleagues and passengers across the network have intervened in more than 1,000 incidents, highlighting the effects of a brief conversation with someone in distress. […]
zentrak Object Controller Point – Groundbreaking for the Future of Railway Infrastructure
More traffic on existing railway lines and ever shorter maintenance windows: Operators are facing growing challenges in ensuring safety, availability, and efficiency in the long term, while at the same time dealing with increasingly complex systems. The zentrak Object Controller Point from voestalpine Railway Systems is a certified tool that drives the digitalization of railway […]
Alstom to Supply 153 Adessia Stream Trains to Comboios de Portugal
Alstom has secured a new contract to supply 153 Adessia Stream trains to Comboios de Portugal (CP), a move which aims to support the overall renewal of Portugal’s rail fleet, as well as the expansion of capacity on a number of key passenger routes. The contract, which has been valued at 1.03 billion EUR, represents […]
National Audit Office Demands Northern Powerhouse Rail ‘Aligns with Growth Plans’
A new report from the National Audit Office (NAO) has stated that the government’s new plans for Northern Powerhouse Rail ‘must more closely align with national and local growth plans’. The report, which was published by the NAO earlier today, instructs the government to ‘involve better collaboration between central and local authorities to fully realise […]
First Phase of Construction on Cardiff Crossrail Ready to Begin
Construction of a new tram-train route from Cardiff Central to Cardiff Bay via Callaghan Square is set to commence as GRAHAM has been identified as the principal contractor. The new route marks a major milestone in the wider vision for Cardiff Crossrail, which, once complete, will provide a modern tram system connecting Plasdwr in the […]
HS2 Engineers Install Complete Longhole Viaduct Installation Ahead of Schedule
HS2 engineers have successfully launched a 130-metre-long steel bridge into position over the Grand Union Canal, reopening it to the public seven days ahead of schedule. The operation began on Wednesday 4 March, and saw crews slide a 1,620-tonne deck across a country road, canal and towpath near Ufton in Warwickshire. HS2 engineers installed the […]
Amtrak Announces Limited-Time Sale on Fares Between Boston and Virginia
Amtrak has announced a new, limited-time ‘Big City Sale’, offering 25% off regularly priced adult fares on any Coach or Acela Business ticket for trains travelling between Boston (BOS) and Virginia. Reduced cost tickets are available to book until 13 March for trips between 13 April – 5 June 2026. Tickets are available to purchase […]
All Aboard! National Tramway Museum Reopens with a Bold New Look on Saturday 14th March.
This spring, one of Derbyshire’s most distinctive attractions is inviting visitors to rediscover it all over again. Formerly known as Crich Tramway Village, the newly refreshed National Tramway Museum reopens for the season on Saturday 14th March, unveiling a bold new identity designed to better reflect who we are. The refreshed brand also reflects a […]