Rail & Coach News Page 12
Rail industry seeks to woo passengers back as guidance lifted
To help commuters make the most of their journeys back to work, the rail industry has launched a national commuter rewards website to help users make the most of their ‘me-time’ on the train.
McKenna appointed chief executive of Rocky Mountaineer
David McKenna was formerly president at the Banff Jasper Collection by Pursuit where he led notable tourism expansion and acquisition projects in the Canadian Rockies.
Greyhound launches festive Home Free campaign
Greyhound is seeking to provide vital transportation this Christmas with a long-standing Home Free program, helping runaway, homeless and exploited people reunite with their families.
Government awards HS2 rolling-stock contract
The department for transport has signed a deal to purchase the trains which will run on the High Speed 2 rail network in the UK. The trains will be built by Hitachi and Alstom.
Orient Express to debut La Dolce Vita in 2023
Accor-owned Orient Express will launch a new train service in Italy in 2023. In partnership with Arsenale, La Dolce Vita will launch more than 150 years after Georges Nagelmackers debuted the luxury express.
Greyhound relaunches services to Canada as borders open
Greyhound has announced the return of service to Canada following the reopening of the United States border. Customers can book tickets for trips taking place on November 8th and beyond.
Eurostar boosts train connections for Christmas
With fares available from £39 one way, travellers can enjoy a festive treat with a Christmas shopping trip to Paris or to enjoy the popular Christmas markets in Lille and Brussels.
Heathrow Express launches Google Maps partnership
The deal will see the high-speed train offer information on journey times and fast access to tickets between central London and Heathrow within the Google Maps journey planner.