Costain wins major HS2 rail systems tunnel and lineside M&E contract

Costain has been awarded a significant contract to deliver tunnel and lineside mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems for HS2. The contract, valued at a minimum...

VTG Rail UK and Breedon Group partner to deliver advanced rail freight solution

VTG Rail UK has secured a significant order from Breedon Group, a major construction materials company, for 54 new JPA powder tank wagons equipped...

Northern appoints new Head of Engineering Facilities and Infrastructure

Northern has strengthened its engineering leadership team with the appointment of Joanna Milton as Head of Engineering Facilities and Infrastructure. Milton, a seasoned rail industry...
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HS2 tunnelling machines ready to bore under London

Two giant tunnelling machines have been assembled at Old Oak Common station, ready to begin the 4.5-mile journey towards Euston station. These colossal machines,...

Government takes first step towards public ownership of railways

The UK government has announced that South Western Railway will be the first train operating company to be brought into public ownership. This move...

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