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May 26, 2026 | Main line

Lumo launches second service in Britain

New London - Stirling open-access service runs on West Coast Main Line.

June 6, 2025 | Main line

Fleet lease agreed for Lumo London - Stirling service

Alstom will refurbish five diesel trains for the open-access service starting in mid-2026. FirstGroup is also seeking to introduce a London - Hereford Lumo service.

July 3, 2024 | Technology

Hydrogen-fuelled steam freight locomotive conversion planned

Arup and Eversholt Rail have awarded British start-up Steamology a contract to convert a diesel locomotive to emission-free traction.

March 14, 2024 | Financial

Positive outlook for European rolling stock leasing companies

New report by Fitch Ratings concludes sector is resilient to macroeconomic pressures.

December 7, 2023 | Technology

Eversholt orders battery-powered Revolution Very Light Rail vehicles

Three pre-series vehicles ordered for passenger trials in Britain.

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 13, 2022 | Fleet

High-speed Javelin fleet upgrade confirmed

The 29 class 395 trains operated by Southeastern entered service in 2009.

July 14, 2022 | Fleet

Eversholt and Vivarail to explore battery traction for class 321 EMUs

Partners hope the project will improve the flexibility and viability of the fleet currently leased by Greater Anglia.

November 10, 2021 | Fleet

Agreement signed for Britain’s first new hydrogen train

Alstom and Eversholt Rail sign an agreement for 10 trains with deal to be confirmed early next year.

August 12, 2021 | Fleet

First Revolution VLR vehicle for Britain ready for testing

Revolution consortium believes VLR can help case for railway reopenings.

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