HS2 launches first 170 metres of complex Birmingham viaduct over live railway

HS2 engineers have completed the first major phase of launching the Duddeston Junction Viaduct over existing railway lines in Birmingham, beginning a complex operation...

Rail industry steps up security as trespass and anti-social behaviour rise

Rail companies and British Transport Police (BTP) have stepped up patrols across Sussex and south London following a sharp increase in trespass and anti-social...

RAIB updates on derailment of a passenger train at Lewes

At around 15:54 on Thursday 13 August 2026, train 1F34, the 14:24 London Victoria to Eastbourne passenger service, operated by Southern (Greater Thameslink Railway), derailed...

DB Cargo UK put up for sale as Deutsche Bahn refocuses on Central Europe

Deutsche Bahn has put DB Cargo UK up for sale, opening the prospect of a significant change in ownership for one of Britain’s largest...

High Speed Rail Group appoints Kier and Arcadis leaders to board

The High Speed Rail Group (HSRG) has strengthened its board with the appointment of senior figures from Kier Infrastructure and Arcadis as it looks...

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