How rail can respond to climate challenges Railway tracks through the remote Scottish Highlands

Yesterday saw the publication of Scotland’s Climate Ready Plan, which lays out how the railway can stay resilient to climate challenges in the future...

Dan Benn Thu, 04/18/2024 - 11:55
Network Rail’s £45 billion plan for a greener railway Major flooding near Rotherham

Network Rail has announced the beginning of its five-year, £45.4 billion rail improvement plan which aims to deliver a simpler and greener railway to...

Peter Johnson Thu, 04/04/2024 - 11:56
Figures prove rail’s green credentials An electricity-powered passenger train entering a London suburban station on a bright and sunny April day.

According to new figures from the Rail Delivery Group, rail travel is almost nine times more environmentally friendly than car travel on some of the...

Dan Benn Wed, 02/28/2024 - 11:22
Essential upgrade work continuing into December Network Rail engineers carry out wiring work on the Midland Main Line, Network Rail

Network Rail has announced that major upgrade work between London and the West Midlands is continuing throughout November and December.

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Dan Benn Wed, 11/15/2023 - 14:45
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RTM Issue 146

TAMING THE SONIC BOOM: How aerodynamics shaped HS2’s tunnel portals

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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