Swindon–Birmingham Direct Rail Link Gains Momentum Through Midlands Rail Hub Swindon Station

A long-awaited reconnection between Swindon and Birmingham could soon become reality, as Swindon North MP Will Stone met with Midlands Connect and...

jonathand@cogn… Wed, 11/05/2025 - 09:15
How Midlands Rail Hub can close the productivity gap Birmingham New Street Station

A new report from Midlands Connect reveals that towns and cities along the Midlands Rail Hub route could benefit from a £14 billion annual economic...

Dan Benn Fri, 09/12/2025 - 09:29
Midlands Rail Hub Moves Forward: 4 Powerhouse Companies Join Forces to Transform Travel! Midlands Rail Hub

The biggest railway upgrade in the Midlands has taken a huge step forward after four companies were identified as preferred partners for the scheme.

... jonathand@cogn… Fri, 08/29/2025 - 10:34
Unlocking Opportunities in the Midlands Rail Sector Midlands City Centre

The East and West Midlands form the backbone of England, serving as a crucial corridor for rail passenger and freight services that seamlessly connect...

jonathand@cogn… Tue, 12/10/2024 - 13:34
Birmingham MPs Discuss Midlands Rail Hub's Connectivity Boost and Station Upgrades MPS meeting about Midlands Rail Hub

Birmingham MPs Al Carns and Laurence Turner met with Midlands Connect and other rail chiefs at Kings Norton station to discuss how plans for the...

jonathand@cogn… Tue, 12/10/2024 - 08:30
Midlands Connect appoints key senior role Mike Bull

Midlands Connect has announced the appointment of Mike Bull as Programme Director.

Mike brings a wealth of experience of working in rail and road...

Peter Johnson Wed, 07/17/2024 - 13:23
East Midlands Railway announces £60m refurbishment of fleet East Midlands Railway refurbishment

East Midlands Railway (EMR) has announced a £60 million programme to refurbish its fleet of Class 360, Class 158 and Class 170 trains.

Together...

Peter Johnson Fri, 03/22/2024 - 13:18
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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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