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Class 93 tri-mode completes first UK main line tests
Almost a year after arriving in the UK, Rail Operations Group’s new Stadler tri-mode locomotive 93001 finally undertook its first main line solo run on May 28, from Worksop to Sheffield and back.
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Conservatives promise GBR and Network North “in full”
There were few surprises in the Conservatives’ election manifesto, with the party pledging to deliver the Network North schemes outlined in last year’s paper as well as establish Great British Railways.
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Liberal Democrats pledge to freeze rail fares as it launches its manifesto
The Liberal Democrats will freeze rail fares and simplify the ticketing system if the party wins in the general election on July 4.
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Election 2024
Which party offers the best hope for the railway’s future?
Howard Johnston studies party statements and photo opportunities to assess what the next government might really do for rail
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Rail Freight Group sets out ambitions ahead of general election
Rail Freight Group (RFG) has unveiled its 'Delivered by Rail Freight' manifesto, a new cross-industry campaign emphasising rail's critical role in transporting essential goods throughout Great Britain.
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RIA calls for clarity in its manifesto ahead of general election
The Railway Industry Association (RIA) is calling for a fresh start for UK rail in its manifesto, which it has published ahead of the general election on July 4.
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LNER names train ‘Flying Swiftie’ ahead of gig in Scottish capital
LNER is naming its 10am London King’s Cross-Edinburgh service the “The Flying Swiftie”, in honour of the musician who is set to take the stage at Murrayfield and for the thousands of fans making the journey from London.
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DP World extends its Modal Shift Programme
DP World has extended its Modal Shift Programme until the end of next year. The programme is aiming to move 40% of freight at its terminal in Southampton via rail by 2026 and with it, removing thousands of trucks off the country’s roads.
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Battery trains 'could save the UK rail network £3.5 billion'
Siemens Mobility has announced plans to assemble its new battery bi-mode trains at its facility in Goole, which it hopes will help replace some of the network’s fleets over the next decade.
