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January 23, 2023 | Freight

Varamis Rail launches zero carbon parcels and freight service

EMUs converted by Eversholt Rail aim to provide green alternative for next-day delivery companies.

October 10, 2022 | Main line

Caledonian Sleeper franchise ends early

Serco’s proposals did not represent value for money, says government.

April 4, 2022 | Policy

Scottish government takes over ScotRail

After seven years, Abellio loses the Scotland’s Railways franchise.

March 22, 2022 | Fleet

TPE plans to buy more new trains

New fleets would realise opportunities created by Trans-Pennine route upgrade

March 10, 2022 | Europe

Drainage system at fault in fatal Scottish derailment -

Debris struck by a train that caused fatal accident at Carmont was a result of changes to a drainage system made by Carillion which were not audited.

March 4, 2022 | Infrastructure

Construction begins on Levenmouth line in Scotland

Reopened line will eventually be electrified.

March 2, 2022 | Infrastructure

Hitachi-led trial to predict track quality in Scotland

Perpetuum sensor equipment fitted to trains expected to be able to predict where track maintenance is required.

February 18, 2022 | Europe

Storms cause European rail service suspension

Operators suspend services as high winds cause damage to infrastructure.

January 21, 2022 | Policy

Scotland releases draft 20-year transport blueprint

The plan includes a number of rail-specific recommendations.

November 26, 2021 | Infrastructure

Main line upgrades recommended to boost British connectivity

Improving rail links between England, Scotland and Wales and rail upgrades in Northern Ireland recommended in review by Sir Peter Hendy.

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