Latest news from the railway industry
Eversholt and Vivarail develop ‘321’ battery train
Eversholt and Vivarail are examining the feasibility and viability of fitting batteries to the Class 321 'Renatus' fleet.
RMT’s next strike on 27 July
Govia Thameslink Railway staff in the RMT union have now voted in favour of strikes.
TfL gets ANOTHER funding extension
Two-week extension the latest in a series of temporary funding extensions
Laing O’Rourke wins £370m Interchange station deal
Two-phase contract involves detail design and construction
Drivers vote for strikes on eight TOCS
TransPennine Express drivers are amongst those in eight train operators voting for strikes.
Cambrian flood defence works start
Locally sourced rock armour will be installed over the summer and into the autumn.
Progress on passenger improvements – more to do says ORR
Improvements needed in areas such as passenger assistance, says regulator.
Foundation works begin on Wendover Dean viaduct
'Double composite' structure saves concrete and steel
TSSA staff vote for strikes – but fall short of threshold
Number of votes for strikes falls short of 40% threshold