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‘Tina’ on hand to keep Northern wheels turning

A wheel lathe named Tina has been unveiled as the latest weapon in the battle to ensure Northern's “keep on turning”. The machine, which reshapes and balances a train’s wheels following natural wear and tear in service, reduces the impact...

Network Rail Approves Gripple’s SwiftLine Rail Jumper as Latest Innovation in Rail Electrification

Following the successful launch of its SwiftLine Rail Dropper in 2023, Gripple, the leading manufacturer of electrical suspension and catenary systems, has announced Network Rail has approved its latest innovation, the SwiftLine Rail Jumper, aimed at driving efficiency in...

Network Rail appeals for help in naming leafbusting train

Train delays caused by leaves on the line can provoke some traditional British gallows humour amongst passengers, but leaves represent a serious threat to the railway here, and across the globe. When trains pass over leaves, the heat and weight...

Company Spotlight: SEKISUI FFU Railway Technology

State of the Art – Since 1980 Visit Us – Innotrans – Stand 265b – Hall 25 Overview SEKISUI Rail Technology, part of Sekiui Chemical is a leading manufacturer of synthetic rail products. In 1980 Fiber-Reinforced Foamed Urethane (FFU) Synthetic Sleepers was invented in...

Nexus selects Tracklink® system for Renewal Program

Rail and safety systems specialist Sella Controls, A HIMA Company, is pleased to announce the contract award by Nexus Tyne and Wear Metro for the renewal of their Traction Power SCADA System. Stuart Griffin, project manager (E&M) at Nexus commented:...

Colas Rail UK adds two new tampers to fleet

Colas Rail UK has welcomed two new Plasser & Theurer (P&T) 09-4x4/4S tampers into operation The addition of DR75016 and DR75017 demonstrates Colas Rail UK’s continued investment in the latest technology to maintain its position as a key supplier of...

Quattro Plant Ltd acquires TXM assets

Rail plant giant Quattro Plant Ltd has acquired 130 RRVs in a multi-million pound deal from the former TXM Plant, which fell into administration in January 2024. Quattro engineers inspected each of the 130 RRVs and the company is currently...

Braybrooke embankment repair work progressing well

Work to stabilise part of the embankment on the Midland Main Line at Braybrooke is progressing well with engineers confident passenger services will be able to use the line tomorrow (Thursday 9 November). Engineers have been working at the Braybrooke...

Mechan wins TfW depot contract

Sheffield-based rail depot equipment manufacturer, Mechan, has secured a major contract with Transport for Wales Rail (TfWRL). The company will be designing, building, and installing a bespoke bogie drop at the Canton rail depot in Cardiff. The custom-made unit enables...

Tended’s geofencing technology being implemented by Story Contracting to improve worksite safety

Story Contracting will begin using Tended’s geofencing technology to enhance the safety of their track workers when undertaking projects across their UK workbank. The technology will be used across a range of different work types in multiple locations. Tended...

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Rail journeys affected by upgrade work in Cornwall

Great Western Railway services for Newquay will be affected by important rail improvement works taking place next week. Network Rail...