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New footage has been released by Northern showing the cutting-edge technology they are testing that blasts leaves from the path of their trains. Fallen leaves can cause significant disruption to the network. Leaves stick to damp rails and passing trains...

The Supervisory Board of Knorr-Bremse AG, global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other rail and commercial vehicle systems, made an important personnel decision during its meeting today: Dr. Jürgen Wilder, the Executive Board member...

Every year, the Railstaff Awards gets bigger and better, attracting more interest, more sponsors, and more entries. The industry has its fair share of awards evenings, but the RailStaff Awards stands apart from the rest. It’s an evening when...

Northern has appointed Jayne Breen as its new head of property. Jayne, from Manchester, joins from Carlisle Support Services but is a familiar face as she was previously Northern’s head of engineering services.  Prior to that she was also the train...

Network Rail has started work at Luton station as part of an extensive programme of improvements and upgrades designed to improve passenger experience. The work will see the station canopies on platform 1 and 2 replaced, and a new, accessible...

Northern is set to interpret its announcements into British Sign Language (BSL) on some of its services.  Passengers will first see the new BSL visuals on trains between Manchester Victoria and Leeds to interpret information such as station announcements. Census data...

Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) has appointed Mark Pavlides as Chief Customer Officer. This new role is at the heart of decision-making for GTR and will further elevate the customer experience and customer care across the operator’s network for all passengers....

TransPennine Express (TPE) is calling out to Wilko workers in West Yorkshire, offering guaranteed interviews for vacancies at Dewsbury Station. This comes as Wilko, the well-known retailer which employs more than 12,000 workers, fell into administration in August. Recognising the challenges...

Greater Anglia is inviting young adults to take their first steps into the world of work with a dedicated placement opportunity that will equip individuals with the skills and experience that employers are looking for. Greater Anglia’s Customer Service and...

Speed restrictions have been put in place in place on Scotland’s Railway as high winds and heavy rain have hit the west coast. Network Rail set the restrictions to help keep passengers and staff safe. The following routes are affected: West Highland...