Massive Rail Upgrade Complete: How the Wigan–Bolton Line Just Changed Forever Wigan to Bolton Work

The £100 million electrification of the railway line between Wigan and Bolton has officially been completed, marking a major milestone in the region’s...

jonathand@cogn… Mon, 07/28/2025 - 10:23
First train running following £100m rail upgrade First shot of an electric train leaving Wigan North Western and Bolton under electric power

The first electric train has successfully run between Wigan and Bolton, marking a major milestone in a £100 million government-backed project to...

Dan Benn Thu, 06/05/2025 - 09:16
25,000-Volt Power Lines Now Live New Overhead Lines

People living near the railway and passengers travelling between Wigan and Bolton are being warned that newly-installed 25,000-volt electric power...

jonathand@cogn… Fri, 01/03/2025 - 09:03
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RTM Issue 147

PROPERTY ASSET MANAGEMENT - THE STATION QUALITY FACTOR

Focusing on the latest developments, innovations, and policy impacts in the UK rail industry, with a particular emphasis on sustainability, infrastructure upgrades, and future technological advancements.

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