April’s rail passenger numbers reach a record post-Covid high
During the month of April, national rail passenger figures reached a record for post-Covid with a daily average of 98.3%.
Tag: Railway Industry Association
Railway industry leaders urge PM not to delay Rail Reform legislation
Over 60 rail business leaders have written to Rishi Sunak urging him to ensure there is no delay in enacting the Government’s rail reform plans.
Railway Industry Association sets out plan to boost rail exports
The Railway Industry Association has submitted recommendations for growing rail exports to the International Trade Select Committee Inquiry.
Rail Industry responds to George Bradshaw address 2023
The 7th of February saw Transport Secretary Mark Harper address the rail sector for the first time and has seen a supportive response from the industr…
Rail Mission takes part in AusRail 2022 in a bid to showcase UK innovation, expertise and opportunities
The UK government and Rail Industry Association have taken 11 top UK rail companies to the leading rail event which is taking place from 5th to 7th De…
New RIA report shows job benefits if rail journey times were reduced
A new report commissioned by the RIA shows that thousands of jobs could be created if commuting times by train were to be reduced.
Ed Miliband backs innovation in rail industry to help decarbonisation
After a visit to Unipart Rail in Doncaster, Ed Miliband MP has affirmed his backing for innovation in the rail industry to help it decarbonise.
Plan revealed for a green railway in the North.
The Railway Industry Association has published a brand new plan which details how the railway in the North should be electrified.
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.
Over 120 UK rail suppliers promote British trade at Innotrans
This week, from Tuesday, 20th to Friday, 23rd September the world’s leading trade fair for transport technology was held at InnoTrans in Berlin.