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.
HS2’s Old Oak Common to deliver seamless step-free Elizabeth Line access
Future Elizabeth line passengers using HS2’s landmark Old Oak Common station will benefit from level boarding and step-free access following a major...
Dan Benn Wed, 09/30/2026 - 11:27British Rail Freight Set for Revival as Government Backs Barking Eurohub Transformation
British businesses are set to benefit from a major revival in cross-channel rail freight, as the UK Government confirms a landmark deal unlocking a...
jonathand@cogn… Wed, 02/25/2026 - 10:23HS2 tunnelling to Euston begins in significant milestone
High Speed Two’s route into central London has taken a major step forward as a colossal tunnel boring machine began its journey from Old Oak Common...
Dan Benn Wed, 01/28/2026 - 09:1330 Arterio Trains Now Transforming Suburban Travel
South Western Railway (SWR) has reached a significant landmark in its Arterio fleet rollout programme, with the 30th Arterio diagram now in service...
Dan Benn Thu, 12/18/2025 - 09:48Funding boost for passenger experience projects
Twenty-six pioneering rail projects aimed at improving passenger safety, comfort and reliability have officially launched, backed by a £5 million...
Dan Benn Tue, 09/02/2025 - 10:17Ticketing trial launched to modernise the rail network
Rail passengers across Leicester, Derby and Nottingham can now enjoy simpler, more flexible travel thanks to the launch of innovative digital...
Dan Benn Mon, 09/01/2025 - 09:09First train running following £100m rail upgrade
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 - 09:16Public ownership bringing dramatic transformation
New figures released by TransPennine Express have revealed a remarkable transformation since the operator came under public ownership in May 2023.
... Dan Benn Thu, 05/29/2025 - 10:10TRU progress in West Yorkshire
The Transpennine Route Upgrade has reached the halfway mark between Dewsbury and Leeds, Network Rail has announced.
In the past three weeks since...
Louis Morris Fri, 11/08/2024 - 14:58Lord Hendy looks forward to proper rail investment
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Rail Minister Lord Peter Hendy addressed delegates at Transcity Rail North touching on some of the challenges facing rail in the near future, whilst...
Dan Benn Thu, 11/07/2024 - 21:32
RTM Issue 151
HS2 Completes First Six Underground Platforms at Old Oak Common Station
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.
