Porterbrook announces new approach to fitting new tech to Electrostar trains
Porterbrook, Siemens Mobility and Bombardier have announced a new approach to the fitment of ETCS technology onto existing Electrostar trains.
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Boris Johnson gives HS2 the ‘green signal’ – with new minister to be appointed
Speaking in the House of Commons today, Boris Johson has said that the cabinet has given HS2 the ‘green signal’. The Prime Minister said that…
130th tram for Bordeaux Métropole delivered by Alstom
Alstom has announced that they have delivered the 130th Citadis tram to its Bordeaux Métropole.
Wabtec to open new factory for new rail brakes
Wabtec has announced that they have plans for a will have a brand new factory to develop and manufacture brakes and couplings for transit vehicles.
Metro train points changed deep underneath Newcastle
Nexus has announced that track junctions on the Metro in tunnels underneath Newcastle have been modernised.
Northern resumes train services through Kirkstall after Storm Ciara flooding
Network Rail has announced that it has reopened the railway at Kirkstall today after it was flooded by Storm Ciara over the weekend.
Rapist gets jail time after raping woman in train toilet near Ramsgate
The British Transport Police has announced that a rapist who attacked an unwell woman in a train toilet near Ramsgate, Kent has been jailed.
Heart of Wessex Line set for 7 day closure as upgrades are carried out
Network Rail is reminding passengers that the Heart of Wessex rail line will close for seven days this weekend from Saturday 15 to Friday 21 February …
Saxmundham rail station set for car park resurfacing work
Rail passengers that regularly use Saxmundham station are being reminded of work to extend and improve the car park, temporarily reducing the parking …
LIVE UPDATES: How trains are affected this Monday after Storm Ciara
After Storm Ciara hit yesterday, trains are still affected this morning during peak hours and beyond.