Budget 2025: Rail Fares Frozen for First Time in 30 Years, Major Projects Backed

Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget delivered a mix of cost-of-living relief and infrastructure pledges with major implications for UK rail. For the first time...

Scotland sets out long-term fleet transition strategy to modernise rail and meet 2045 decarbonisation target

The Scottish Government has published Our Rail Recharged: Scotland’s Fleet Transition Strategy, setting out the long-term plan for transforming the country’s passenger rail services...

RSSB appoints Joshua Fisher as new Chief Operating Officer

The Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) has appointed Joshua Fisher as its new Chief Operating Officer. Joshua, who previously served as RSSB’s Chief...

UK-first trial proves real-time train location technology can improve safety at rural level crossings

A successful mainline trial in Wales has demonstrated how new real-time train location technology could improve safety and reduce delays at rural level crossings...

Hitachi Rail publishes 2025 Sustainability Statement, reinforcing leadership in low-emission mobility

Hitachi Rail has released its 2025 Sustainability Statement, setting out the company’s progress and ambitions across environmental, social and governance priorities. The update follows...

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