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.
Midlands Rail Hub Promises Major Transport Boost for Warwickshire
Midlands Connect recently met with rail industry leaders to discuss how the Midlands Rail Hub could transform transport in Warwickshire. The meeting...
jonathand@cogn… Wed, 09/24/2025 - 09:32West Midlands Trains to Be Nationalised
The Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed that West Midlands Trains – operator of services under the West Midlands Railway and London...
jonathand@cogn… Wed, 07/30/2025 - 09:39Inspiring the Future: Design a Railway Station Awards Celebrate Creativity and Innovation
Walsall Football Club played host to an inspiring day of celebration at the “Design a Railway Station Awards Ceremony”. The competition challenged...
jonathand@cogn… Wed, 02/05/2025 - 13:54West Midlands Trains recognised for women’s safety commitment
Rail operator West Midlands Trains (WMT) has received accreditation from White Ribbon UK in recognition of the organisation’s commitment to ending...
Peter Johnson Fri, 07/05/2024 - 12:53London Northwestern Railway proposes new services between London and Manchester
London Northwestern Railway has unveiled a new proposal for train services between London, Manchester, and the West Midlands.
Under the plans...
Peter Johnson Tue, 07/02/2024 - 12:00West Midlands Trains and CrossCountry sign a new contract
West Midlands Trains (WMT) has signed a new long-term maintenance contract with CrossCountry to continue maintaining the long-distance operator’s...
Dan Benn Wed, 05/01/2024 - 09:00West Midlands Trains recognised for commitment to inclusivity in rail
West Midlands Trains (WMT) have been recognised and hailed for their commitment to inclusivity in the workplace ahead of a prestigious awards ceremony...
Connor Fairhurst Fri, 04/22/2022 - 12:55West Midlands Trains announce appointment of new Managing Director
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West Midlands Trains (WMT) has announced the appointment of a new Managing Director to oversee WMT’s future operations and projects.
Ian McConnell...
Connor Fairhurst Mon, 03/07/2022 - 10:48
RTM Issue 148
Keeping the North's flagship rail upgrade on track and on budget
TransCityRail
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TransCityRail is a series of regional, interactive and insightful events across the country bringing together leaders, collaborators, problem solvers and innovators in a creative and invigorating way.
This series of events supports and informs the whole of the rail industry and connects suppliers with buyers, specifiers, leaders and decision-makers looking to procure a wide variety of innovative products and services for their region.
