Fleet

Tests held with ‘intelligent’ wagons

Rolling stock fitted with 'onboard technology' undergoes trials to report faults, loading issues and derailments.

Hitachi Rail signs 'put option' with Mer Mec for Thales GTS aquisition

Manufacturer divests current signalling businesses in France, UK and Germany to satisfy antitrust authority conditions with view to acquire Thales GTS.

Govia Thameslink Railway eyes diesel elimination

Operators 'Net Zero' plans hinge on electrification to sections of Uckfield Line and East Coastway route.

Special locomotive renumbering by LNER for RAIL milestone (video and gallery)

LNER unveils surprise renumbering to celebrate RAIL's 1000th issue.

Stark warning from Alstom MD on Derby manufacturing plant closure

"I have the supply chain already showing liquidations. My paint supplier has gone into insolvency," says Alstom UK and Ireland MD Nick Crossfield.

New contract: Chiltern invites proposals for rolling stock deal

New rolling stock contract sought in bid to boost reliability of services.

Soft launch planned for much-delayed Arterios

South Western Railway to undertake a “soft launch” of its long-delayed Class 701 Arterio electric multiple unit, according to sources at the company.

Nuneham viaduct reopens

Plaque unveiling marks Queen Street completion

A concourse with longer platforms and double the circulation space will greet passengers arriving at Glasgow Queen Street station

EXCLUSIVE: DRS talks to RAIL about the future of its Class 37s

Five more years for DRS Class 37s