Chiltern Railways unveils refurbished Class 168 train
Train operator Chiltern Railways has revealed the first of its refurbished Class 168 trains.
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HS2 commissions research into archaeological finds along its route
Consortium Access+ is to carry out a six-year project to audit the archaeological disoveries made during the construction of high-speed rail line HS2.
Next generation of battery train technology coming thanks to new partnership
A new battery pack is to be created thanks to a new partnership led by Hitachi Rail. The new battery pack is said to be…
Revised plans issued for HS2’s station in Birmingham
HS2 has revised its plans for Curzon Street station in Birmingham to improve passenger experience, accessibility, and internal layout.
Steam locomotive 45596 Bahamas set for Blackpool visit
On 16 November 45596 Bahamas will haul The Blackpool Illuminations Express from Birmingham New Street to Blackpool North.
Discounted London train tickets up for grabs
Chiltern Railways are offering tickets at discounted rates for Friday travel throughout September.
Watch: Birmingham HS2 tunnel reaches new milestone
HS2's 1600-tonne tunnel boring machine (TBM) has now completed half of the excavation and building work for the Bromford Tunnel in Birmingham.
Businesses support report into improving services between Birmingham and Shrewsbury
Businesses and organisations in Shropshire have backed proposals to improve the railway line between Shrewsbury, Telford, and Birmingham.
HS2 unveils newest bridge in West Midlands
HS2 is celebrating the completion of its latest bridge, which will carry the line under the A452 Kenilworth Road, near Balsall Common, West Midlands.
Part of West Coast main line closed for passengers during August bank holiday upgrades
Engineering work in Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe and Birmingham will disrupt West Coast Main Line services over the upcoming bank holiday weekend. Most train…