News
c2c wins short term franchise extension
20 May 2013
National Express subsidiary c2c Rail has agreed a deal with the DfT to continue to operate the current Essex Thameside franchise until September 2014.
London Bridge redevelopment gathers pace
19 May 2013.
The first major phase of Network Rail's extensive redevelopment of London Bridge station will begin later this month when three platforms (14, 15 & 16) are taken out of use until spring 2014.
Wi-fi boost for Scottish rail users
16 May 2013.
The Scottish Government funds wi-fi for stations north of the border as well as ScotRail's Class 380 EMU fleet, allowing free access for passengers to email, web browsing and social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter.
NR begins Crossrail 2 consultation
14 May 2013.
Consultation opens on the proposed routes for Crossrail 2, which could slash journey times between south west and north east London.
Axe biomass charge plan says GBRf
13 May 2013.
GB Railfreight argues that a proposed access charge increase for biomass traffic could damage the growth of this important power station fuel before it has an opportunity to mature.
Longer HS2 tunnel planned under East Mids Airport
5 May 2013.
The Government has now developed a revised option for High Speed 2 involving extending a proposed tunnel under the busy East Midlands Airport to avoid disrupting a planned rail freight hub at the international gateway.
Main construction work begins on new Borders route
2 May 2013.
The Borders Railway, part of the famous Waverley route, reaches another milestone on its road to revitalisation with the start of a key earthworks programme by Network Rail and contractor BAM Nuttall.
HS2 Ltd outlines Euston redevelopment
2 May 2013.
The planned rebuild of London Euston station to incorporate the High Speed 2 platforms will be planned to keep disruption to a minimum.
A train returns to Waterloo International after five years of disuse
1 May 2013.
A historic journey to the mothballed former Eurostar platforms at London Waterloo station marks the first anniversary of the Network Rail and South West Trains Alliance.
£4.25 million upgrade plan for Cambridge station
1 May 2013.
Network Rail plans further improvement work at Cambridge station, including a new concourse, ticket hall and additional cycle parking.
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