Freight - Page 11

An accident report has found that an electric locomotive ran 750 metres beyond a signal at danger (red) last August because it was travelling too fast to stop in time.

Rail Freight Group (RFG) has unveiled its 'Delivered by Rail Freight' manifesto, a new cross-industry campaign emphasising rail's critical role in transporting essential goods throughout Great Britain.

DP World has extended its Modal Shift Programme until the end of next year. The programme is aiming to move 40% of freight at its terminal in Southampton via rail by 2026 and with it, removing thousands of trucks off the country’s roads.

Scotland’s trade union movement has called for a “nationalised freight operator” to grow the sector north of the border - but the Scottish Government says it has “no plans” to consider this.

A GB Railfreight train derailed after passing a signal set at danger

Regional plans vary with viaduct and bridge renewals, container terminals, power stations and other building works

Porterbrook has purchased three Zephir LOK 16.300 depot shunters.

GB Railfreight has ordered 50 new Greenbrier-manufactured box wagons as part of a commitment to expanding the UK rail freight sector.

Freight operators are ready to invest in new trains, facilities and in skills, providing the Government offers support to help the market grow.

Newly nationalised Caledonian Sleeper has confirmed the continuation of its partnership with GB Railfreight until 2030.