Rail News Roundup
21st January 2020
This week’s latest news in the Rail Industry:
Network Rail unveils plan to protect South West rail line
Network Rail has unveiled an updated plan to protect rail lines in the South West from cliff falls, landslips and the sea. Read more…
Birmingham tram extension approved
Transport secretary Grant Shapps has approved plans for the delayed Eastside extension to the West Midland Metro tramway. Read more…
Plans for £22M Leeds station submitted
ADP Architects have submitted plans for a £22M station to open in the south-west of Leeds, called White Rose Rail Station. Read more…
New tech-enabled trains are putting passengers in control
This year, nine operators are introducing new and upgraded trains with better technology on board, which are part of the industry’s commitment to replace half of Britain’s train fleet new for old. Read more…
Engineering expertise in Northern’s £100m investment
Rail operator, Northern, has published insight into the processes and engineering expertise involved with its current £100m investment into its trains. Read more…
