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.
‘World first’ digitally signalled steam loco begins testing
The start of testing at speed for the world’s first operational steam locomotive to be fitted with ETCS (European Train Control System) technology.
... jonathand@cogn… Wed, 04/16/2025 - 08:58Hitachi Rail signs framework agreement
Hitachi Rail has been awarded a major framework agreement by Deutsche Bahn. The agreement, finalised at the end of 2024 and part of a 6.3 billion...
jonathand@cogn… Thu, 02/13/2025 - 09:47Long-distance train ETCS test in UK rail first
A long-distance train will test the high-speed European Train Control System (ETCS) later this month, in a first for the UK rail network.
On Sunday...
Peter Johnson Thu, 08/01/2024 - 11:44Siemens Mobility and Freightliner to perform industry first with ETCS fitment
Siemens Mobility and Freightliner have agreed a pioneering partnership to fit ETCS to Freightliner’s First-in-Class (FiC) locomotive 66591.
The...
Peter Johnson Fri, 06/21/2024 - 11:31Half of journeys on City of London route now digitally signalled
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Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) has reported that more than half of all commuter trips to Moorgate in the City of London are now controlled by ETCS.
... Peter Johnson Wed, 06/19/2024 - 13:26
RTM Issue 148
Keeping the North's flagship rail upgrade on track and on budget
TransCityRail
Scotland \ 04.06.26
Mids \ 09.07.26
South \ 15.10.26
North \ 05.11.26
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.
