Stadler to develop battery-only FLIRT for the USA
Stadler has partnered with ASPIRE Engineering Research Center at Utah State University to develop America’s first battery-powered passenger train.
Author: Roger Smith
I have had a life-long interest in railways, growing up just a few yards from the complex of sidings at Gloucester docks. My interest continued when I left school and joined the signal department of British Railways.
I am a published author and a a proof-reader for the Railway Correspondence and Travel Society's society’s monthly magazine, the Railway Observer.
I am also a keen photographer, and have had a number of railway photographs published in monthly magazines and books.
Train conductor’s instinct helps vulnerable girls return home
A group of vulnerable young girls who had been reported missing have been returned to their homes thanks to a Northern train conductor's intervention.
Book Review: Boat Trains, The English Channel & Ocean Liner Specials by Martyn Pring
This book tells the story of boat trains, from those that ran to connect with cross-channel ferries to ones that connected with Transatlantic liners.
Natural environment near Glenfinnan Viaduct being improved
Work near Glenfinnan viaduct will enhance natural habitats and compensate for biodiversity lost during tree and vegetation management works.
East Midlands Railway’s Smart Kiosks show real-time travel information
East Midlands Railway is installing Smart Kiosks with screens that provide customers with real-time travel information, including service updates.
Hope Valley Railway Upgrade moves forward with a new passing loop
Work on the upgrade of the Hope Valley railway line has moved forward with the first 340 metres of track for a new ‘passing loop’ being laid at Ba…
Southern Railway comes to rescue of a Surrey foodbank
A Surrey foodbank, that had to move out of its previous accommodation, has been rescued by Southern Railway with space for it at a local station.
No trains through Newbury for 13 days starting next Saturday
From 18th February to 2nd March, there will be no train services between Theale and Westbury because of essential maintenance work.
860 metres new track laid through Durham station in reliability boost
Network Rail has completed a £6 million investment to improve the reliability of the railway infrastructure through Durham on the East Coast Main Lin…
East Lancashire Railway’s Pug locomotive sports a new livery and number
East Lancashire Railway’s ‘Pug’ No. 19 has been repainted in London, Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) livery with its LMS Number No. 11243.