Industry views - Page 16

A ‘boom and bust’ cycle has created a problem for Britain’s rolling stock manufacturers, with orders drying up - and few new ones in the pipeline. PHILIP HAIGH considers the prospects for future orders

On April 25, the Labour Party unveiled its plans for Britain’s railways if it forms the next government. Ben Jones analyses the chances of success

High Speed Rail Group's Chair, Dyan Perry provides an exclusive comment for RAIL magazine on the publication of the group's report Exploiting the UK's High Speed Potential

The Railway Industry Association is arguing for battery electric trains to replace diesel units, thereby cutting future electrification costs

Our guest columnist Jody Ford suggests some quick wins to improve the passenger experience

We assess Network Rail’s options for reinstating and developing rail services from Kent to Gatwick Airport

Jason Chamberlain, partner at law firm Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, looks back at 30 years of rail privatisation and asks what the future holds for the railway

"Get over the cost factor – railways provide more than a century of economic benefit," says High-Speed Rail Group's new Chair.

John Smith believes rail's potential for growth in the 'deep sea' market is through careful, strategic investments and optimisation of existing assets.

David Flesher, Commercial Director at LNER explains the reasoning behind its 'Simpler Fares' scheme, which some critics fear will push prices higher.