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Elizabeth line ‘345s’ offer a lifeline for Derby Works
The Government has thrown a potential lifeline to Alstom’s troubled Derby Works
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Opinion
Can batteries spark a charge towards decarbonisation?
The Railway Industry Association is arguing for battery electric trains to replace diesel units, thereby cutting future electrification costs
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Drop in HS2 complaints
Public still frustrated by delays to reopen useful roads and a lack of information
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News
DfT plans new direct awards for passenger operations
What do the plans for three direct awards say about the future bidding process?
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Freight train derails after passing signal set at danger
A GB Railfreight train derailed after passing a signal set at danger
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News
Construction traffic a key factor for freight growth plan
Regional plans vary with viaduct and bridge renewals, container terminals, power stations and other building works
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News
Alstom in redundancy talks over 1300 manufacturing plant jobs
Derby Litchurch Lane works to face closure after 150 years. Is it the end of train manufacturing in the UK?
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Rail Minister marks completion of £150m Hope Valley Railway Upgrade
Improved reliability promised on upgraded Manchester-Sheffield line
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Fleets due to come off-lease in next 12 months - some scrapped, some sold
Summary of some key fleet movements announced for 2024.
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Climate change dictates Network Rail spending plans
Climate change and its fallout are at the heart of the next five-year plan
Top Stories
Entry deadline extended for 2024 National Rail Awards
Deadline for entries for this year’s National Rail Awards (NRAs) extended to April 5.
CrossCountry announces expansion and train refurbishments
Train operator CrossCountry has announced an expansion and will have 12 new trains in operation by May 2025.
Five months on: how UK’s first battery-powered trains are faring at Headbolt Lane
Headbolt Lane station's battery-powered trains (a UK first) makes it hugely significant.