Network Rail is a triple winner at South West Civil Engineering Awards
At the Institute of Civil Engineers South West Civil Engineering Awards 2022 held on 22nd November, Network Rail came away with three awards.
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.
Nexus’ partnership with Tyne and Wear Archives and Museums rewarded
A collaboration between Nexus and Tyne and Wear Archives and Museums (TWAM) has been rewarded with a North East Culture Award.
West Somerset Railway appoints new Mechanical Engineering Director designate
The West Somerset Railway has announced the appointment of a new Mechanical Engineering Director designate.
Northern offers £250,000 for projects that make a positive difference
Northern Trains is offering £250,000 towards projects that will make a positive difference to communities across the north of England.
Public consultation event for planned improvements to Warwick station
On 28th November, Network Rail is holding a consultation event in Warwick to explain the major improvements that will be made to Warwick station.
No trains on West Midlands Railway next Saturday due to strike action
Next Saturday, 26th November, because of planned industrial action there will be no train services on any route operated by West Midlands Railway.
Compartments on Bluebell Railway’s Steamlights service donated to special guests
The Bluebell Railway is celebrating the season of goodwill by donating a number of compartments on its special Steamlights services.
Most rail services set to run over Christmas-New Year period
Most of Britain’s rail services will run as usual over Christmas and New Year but a number of routes will be affected by engineering works.
Businesses celebrate six months of success since Elizabeth line opened
Yesterday, 21st November, Businesses and local representatives gathered at the Royal Academy to celebrate the Elizabeth line's positive effect.
Multi-million-pound investment in new footbridge and lifts at Royston
Work has started on building a new footbridge and installing lifts to make Royston station in Hertfordshire more accessible for passengers.