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October 10, 2022 | Main line

Avanti West Coast granted short contract extension to improve performance

Train services on Britain’s West Coast Main Line have been severely curtailed due to a shortage of drivers.

October 10, 2022 | Main line

Caledonian Sleeper franchise ends early

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

September 30, 2022 | Main line

Renfe eyes British market as partner to open-access operator

Spanish national operator would partner Grand Union.

September 27, 2022 | High-speed

Eurostar focuses on core routes to survive, CEO says

Debt and impact of post-Brexit immigration controls to blame.

September 27, 2022 | Technology

University of Birmingham launches Rail Innovation Cluster

The initiative aims to support SMEs to deliver greater value and innovative capability in the rail supply chain.

September 26, 2022 | Fleet

Hitachi Rail CEO wants clarity over future British fleet orders

IRJ at InnoTrans 2022: Andrew Barr reveals that Thales acquisition should conclude in 2023.

September 23, 2022 | InnoTrans 2022

Stadler unveils first IPEMU for Merseyrail

IRJ at InnoTrans 2022: Batteries enable IPEMU to operate on non-electrified lines.

September 14, 2022 | Locomotives

Tri-mode traction opens new frontiers for British freight

Rail Operations UK expects to commence service with new tri-mode class 93 locomotives in August 2023. The company’s president Karl Watts lifts the lid on the locomotive’s innovative features to Kevin Smith.

September 8, 2022 | High-speed

Eurostar withdraws services and stops to focus on core routes

The operator will no longer run services to Disneyland Paris.

September 6, 2022 | Main line

Avanti West Coast MD stands down as reduced timetable continues

Industrial dispute has forced operator to reduce services.

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