The UK economy could see growth by trebling rail freight whilst supporting decarbonisation.
Rail Partners reveals the policy needed to achieve ambitious targets with an increase in rail freight over the coming decades.
Tag: Great British Railways
Call to Government to provide certainty on future railway plans
The RIA has called on the Government to provide more certainty on rail restructuring, enhancements, major projects, and long-term funding plans.
Government urged to work with the private sector by rail businesses
Rail Partners have released a report which lays out steps the government can take immediately and in the long term to promote growth
South Western Railway makes landmark commitment to achieving net zero by 2040
The rail operator's roadmap to deliver net zero emissions by 2040 is ten years ahead of the UK's general legal deadline of 2050
Evidence sought on how to increase amount of freight moved by rail
The Great British Railways Transition Team is calling for evidence from businesses on how to increase the amount of freight that is moved by rail.
Derby along with 5 other cities shortlisted for new home of Great British Railways
Derby has taken a step closer in its bid to be the new home of Great British Railways (GBR).
North East Rail and Tyne & Wear Metro Strategy Approved
The North East Joint Transport Committee has given the go-ahead for the new blueprint which details ambitious regional plans to upgrade the ECML
Five new members appointed to the National Railway Museum’s Advisory Board
Five new members have been appointed to the NRM's Advisory Board, which provides advice and support to the museum’s Senior Management Team.
York picked as best HQ location for GB Railways by Yorkshire residents
A poll of 1,000 Yorkshire and Humber residents reveals that they believe York to be the best location for the new Great British Railways headquarters.
42 towns and cities bid to host Great British Railways HQ
In response to the Government's call for communities to bid to become the new home for Great British Railways, 42 towns and cities responded.