https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/atoc/ Atoc News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-29T19:09:44+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/association-of-train-operating-companies-reveals-new-commercial-arrangement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/association-of-train-operating-companies-reveals-new-commercial-arrangement/ The Association of Train Operating Companies has announced the new commercial arrangements which will apply to ATOC-licensed Travel Agents and Travel Management Companies from April 1st 2016. This announcement follows a six-month period of consultation between senior representatives of the TA/TMC community - drawn from the membership both of the GTMC and the Advantage Travel Partnership – and of the train operating companies, supported by ATOC. Wed, 30 Sep 2015 09:58:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/great-work-by-rail-industry-helps-people-make-greener-transport-choices/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/great-work-by-rail-industry-helps-people-make-greener-transport-choices/ A revolutionary automated bike hire scheme and the addition of 2,000 cycle spaces across one operator’s network were some of the achievements celebrated at this year’s National Cycle Rail Awards. Thu, 22 Nov 2012 06:00:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-appoints-new-director-of-policy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-appoints-new-director-of-policy/ Nick Ellins has been appointed as the new Director of Policy at the Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC). Thu, 15 Nov 2012 21:00:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/buy-your-rail-ticket-on-the-move-with-national-rail-enquiries/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/buy-your-rail-ticket-on-the-move-with-national-rail-enquiries/ It is now even easier for passengers to buy train tickets on the move using their smartphone, thanks to National Rail Enquiries (NRE) updates and improvements to its mobile website and smartphone app. Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vast-majority-of-passengers-will-be-unaffected-by-christmas-improvement-wor/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vast-majority-of-passengers-will-be-unaffected-by-christmas-improvement-wor/ The vast majority of people expected to travel by train over the Christmas and New Year holiday period should experience no disruption because of planned improvement works. Tue, 06 Nov 2012 21:00:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thousands-of-families-to-cash-in-on-half-term-deals-with-national-rail/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thousands-of-families-to-cash-in-on-half-term-deals-with-national-rail/ Families planning half-term fun can make double savings this autumn by taking the train, in a deal that gives cut-price entry to some of Britain’s top days out. Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-passengers-set-to-save-millions-on-christmas-rail-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-passengers-set-to-save-millions-on-christmas-rail-travel/ Britons are expected to cut the cost of Christmas travel to see friends and family by using a Railcard and by snapping up cheap Advance tickets, according to rail companies.   Wed, 17 Oct 2012 18:00:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/national-rail-helps-to-deliver-exceptional-paralympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/national-rail-helps-to-deliver-exceptional-paralympic-games/ With a significant increase in capacity, high levels of punctuality and the provision of special assistance to thousands of passengers, the railway has helped to deliver the biggest and best Paralympics. Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-launches-new-tool-for-older-and-disabled-passengers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-launches-new-tool-for-older-and-disabled-passengers/ A new website to help older and disabled passengers get the most out of improvements made to rail services is being launched today by ATOC. Tue, 28 Aug 2012 18:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/more-than-a-million-downloads-for-national-rail-enquiries-app/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/more-than-a-million-downloads-for-national-rail-enquiries-app/ More than a million people have installed the National Rail Enquiries (NRE) free smartphone app since its May launch, making it one of the most popular travel apps in the UK in only 10 weeks. Wed, 22 Aug 2012 18:00:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/national-rail-helps-deliver-an-outstanding-olympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/national-rail-helps-deliver-an-outstanding-olympic-games/ With trains the most popular way to travel to London 2012 events, a historic increase in capacity and high levels of punctuality, the railway has helped show the world that Britain can deliver an outstanding Olympic Games. Wed, 15 Aug 2012 18:00:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-free-train-travel-for-service-personnel-on-duty-at-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-free-train-travel-for-service-personnel-on-duty-at-games/ Members of the armed forces working to keep London 2012 secure will be able to travel to and from Games venues by train free of charge. Tue, 31 Jul 2012 18:00:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-olympic-national-rail-travel-bulletin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-olympic-national-rail-travel-bulletin/ The railway has significantly increased capacity today to provide a special Olympic service, running 63% more seats than a typical Sunday to carry the hundreds of thousands of spectators expected to travel to see London 2012 events, including cycling, swimming and sailing. Tue, 31 Jul 2012 00:00:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-overall-satisfaction-with-rail-services-near-record-levels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-overall-satisfaction-with-rail-services-near-record-levels/ Overall passenger satisfaction is still at near record levels with over a third of all categories surveyed showing improvements year on year. Wed, 04 Jul 2012 03:00:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/games-volunteers-to-benefit-from-special-rail-fares/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/games-volunteers-to-benefit-from-special-rail-fares/ Olympic and Paralympic volunteers travelling to Games venues from outside London will be able to take advantage of special rail tickets, following an agreement by Train Operating Companies and the Department for Transport (DfT). Tue, 26 Jun 2012 21:00:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-rail-passengers-benefit-from-improvements-at-southampton-statio/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-rail-passengers-benefit-from-improvements-at-southampton-statio/ Secretary of State for Transport Justine Greening is to officially unveil major improvements made at Southampton Central, marking the 250th station to benefit from the National Stations Improvement Programme (NSIP). Tue, 26 Jun 2012 06:00:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/national-rail-enquiries-launches-free-smartphone-app/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/national-rail-enquiries-launches-free-smartphone-app/ National Rail Enquiries has launched its own free smartphone app for iPhone and Android operating systems, offering UK passengers even more choice over how they access real time information about train journeys. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:00:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-comment-on-disabled-rail-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-comment-on-disabled-rail-travel/ Commenting on disabled rail travel, a spokesperson for the Association of Train Operating Companies had the following to say: Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-contact-details-for-retired-rail-staff-travel-team/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-contact-details-for-retired-rail-staff-travel-team/ From 1 April, retired rail staff wanting to find out about their travel facilities will have a new dedicated free phone number to call. Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cut-price-fares-and-rising-cost-of-petrol-lead-to-historic-numbers-of-rail/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cut-price-fares-and-rising-cost-of-petrol-lead-to-historic-numbers-of-rail/ A surge in the sale of cut price train tickets combined with rocketing petrol prices are helping to drive up demand for rail to historic levels, according to new figures published. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 18:00:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-respond-to-rail-command-paper/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-respond-to-rail-command-paper/ In response to the publication of ‘Reforming our Railways’, Michael Roberts, Chief Executive of the Association of Train Operating Companies said: Tue, 13 Mar 2012 03:00:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mayor-brings-londons-rail-industry-together-to-get-set-for-the-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mayor-brings-londons-rail-industry-together-to-get-set-for-the-games/ Transport for London (TfL) and the train companies serving London have today met with Mayor Boris Johnson at the third Mayor’s Rail Summit at City Hall, confirming their plans to ensure London is kept moving and open for business during the 2012 Games. Sun, 04 Mar 2012 06:00:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/increase-in-young-people-taking-the-train-as-high-motoring-costs-bite/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/increase-in-young-people-taking-the-train-as-high-motoring-costs-bite/ A generation of young people is turning to rail travel as rocketing motoring costs, rising youth unemployment and tuition fees are making owning a car an ‘unaffordable luxury’ for many under 25s. Sun, 04 Mar 2012 00:00:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-number-of-disabled-people-travelling-by-train/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-number-of-disabled-people-travelling-by-train/ Record numbers of people with disabilities are getting out and about by train, according to new figures published to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the Disabled Persons Railcard. Sat, 04 Feb 2012 03:00:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/value-for-money-in-the-railways-what-europe-can-learn-from-great-britain/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/value-for-money-in-the-railways-what-europe-can-learn-from-great-britain/ Britain’s experience in developing Europe’s first liberalised passenger rail market can help inform rail policy for other EU countries, a conference at the European Parliament will hear. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:00:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/book-your-train-tickets-now-for-cheap-easter-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/book-your-train-tickets-now-for-cheap-easter-travel/ People looking to make seasonal savings this spring can now take advantage of cheap Advance rail fares for travel during the Easter holidays. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-respond-to-orrs-proposed-licence-change-on-passenger-inform/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-respond-to-orrs-proposed-licence-change-on-passenger-inform/ Responding to the ORR’s proposed licence change on passenger information, Michael Roberts, Chief Executive of the Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC) said: Fri, 02 Dec 2011 13:00:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-show-commitment-to-improving-cycle-rail-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-show-commitment-to-improving-cycle-rail-travel/ The country’s first dedicated cycle hub, a pioneering school cycle scheme enabling pupils to take bikes on trains, and 1,500 additional cycle spaces across one operator’s stations were some of the achievements celebrated at this year’s National Cycle Rail Awards. Sat, 12 Nov 2011 19:00:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-announces-half-term-expected-to-boost-family-rail-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-announces-half-term-expected-to-boost-family-rail-travel/ Train companies are expecting a big increase in the number of families travelling by rail over the weekend and over the rest of the half-term week. Mon, 24 Oct 2011 07:00:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-announces-5-growth-in-rail-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-announces-5-growth-in-rail-travel/ ATOC announces 5% growth in rail travel puts industry on course for busiest year since the 1920s. Tue, 18 Oct 2011 07:00:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-rail-industry-unveils-plans-for-the-future-of-the-railway/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-rail-industry-unveils-plans-for-the-future-of-the-railway/ The rail industry today publishes its vision for how it can deliver better value for money and play a key role in driving sustainable economic growth over the period 2014 -19. Sat, 01 Oct 2011 02:00:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shift-from-air-to-rail-heralds-turning-point/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shift-from-air-to-rail-heralds-turning-point/ Catching the train could soon be more popular than going by air on the main routes between the UK’s big cities if the shift from flying to the railways continues at its current rate, new figures published today suggest. Fri, 08 Apr 2011 17:29:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-to-give-more-information-during-disruption/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-to-give-more-information-during-disruption/ Train companies are committed to improving information to passengers during disruption, A spokesperson for the Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC) said: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 10:15:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-response-to-rail-investment-announced-in-the-budget/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-response-to-rail-investment-announced-in-the-budget/ In response to the Budget announcement on track improvements in Manchester and the Swindon to Kemble line, Michael Roberts, Chief Executive of the Association of Train Operating Companies said: Mon, 28 Mar 2011 20:00:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-responds-to-government-announcement-on-investment/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-responds-to-government-announcement-on-investment/ Responding to the Government’s announcement on investment in the railways, Michael Roberts, Chief Executive of the Association of Train Operating Companies, said: Thu, 25 Nov 2010 15:56:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/focus-railways-more-on-needs-of-passengers-atoc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/focus-railways-more-on-needs-of-passengers-atoc/ Proposals to make the railways more focussed on the needs of the passenger and to ensure value for money for the taxpayer are being set out today by train companies. Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:34:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/surge-in-intercity-rail-passengers-points-to-fundamental-shift-in-way-brits/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/surge-in-intercity-rail-passengers-points-to-fundamental-shift-in-way-brits/ A fundamental shift in the way that people travel around the country is taking place, as new figures show that people are increasingly turning their backs on domestic flying and choosing instead to travel between Britain’s major cities by rail. Sun, 19 Sep 2010 11:18:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cost-of-the-railways-to-taxpayer-is-too-high/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cost-of-the-railways-to-taxpayer-is-too-high/ In response to the ORR’s assessment of Network Rail’s finances and efficiency, a spokesperson for ATOC said: Fri, 17 Sep 2010 11:26:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-respond-to-passenger-focus-research/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-respond-to-passenger-focus-research/ In response to Passenger Focus research on priorities for rail passengers, a spokesperson for the Association of Train Operating Companies said: Wed, 11 Aug 2010 11:07:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/police-and-rail-operators-redouble-efforts-to-reduce-football-related-disor/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/police-and-rail-operators-redouble-efforts-to-reduce-football-related-disor/ British Transport Police and train companies are stepping up their efforts to tackle football-related disorder on the railways, as the football season starts. Wed, 11 Aug 2010 11:02:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/safety-on-the-railways-highest-priority-for-everyone-in-the-industry/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/safety-on-the-railways-highest-priority-for-everyone-in-the-industry/ In response to the Potters Bar inquest, a spokesperson for the Association of Train Operating Companies said: “The tragic events at Potters Bar will never be forgotten. Thu, 05 Aug 2010 10:42:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/demand-for-rail-travel-returns-to-pre-recession-levels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/demand-for-rail-travel-returns-to-pre-recession-levels/ A significant increase in demand for rail travel during the first six months of 2010 has seen a return to growth in passenger numbers on the railways not witnessed since before the recession. Thu, 05 Aug 2010 10:17:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/number-of-complaints-to-train-companies-continues-to-drop-to-record-levels-/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/number-of-complaints-to-train-companies-continues-to-drop-to-record-levels-/ Figures published today by the Office of Rail Regulation show record low levels of customer complaints for a complete financial year. There were 46 complaints per 100,000 journeys during 2009/10 – a drop of 16.5% compared with 2008/09. Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:18:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-should-keep-freedom-to-sell-alcohol-on-trains/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-should-keep-freedom-to-sell-alcohol-on-trains/ Responding to the news that the British Medical Association’s (BMA) annual conference has voted against calls for a blanket alcohol ban on public transport, a spokesperson for the Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC) said: Thu, 01 Jul 2010 17:02:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mcnulty-review-is-a-real-opportunity-to-provide-value-for-money-atoc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mcnulty-review-is-a-real-opportunity-to-provide-value-for-money-atoc/ In response to the publication of the scoping study for the McNulty Review into value for money in the rail industry, Alec McTavish, Director of Policy and Operations at the Association of Train Operating Companies said: Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:07:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-respond-to-nao-report-increasing-rail-capacity/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-companies-respond-to-nao-report-increasing-rail-capacity/ In response to the National Audit Office report ‘Increasing Passenger Rail Capacity’, a spokesperson for the Association of Train Operating Companies said: Mon, 07 Jun 2010 15:08:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-punctuality-on-railways-train-companies-respond/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-punctuality-on-railways-train-companies-respond/ In response to new figures from Network Rail showing a record 94% of trains arriving on time across the country in April, a spokesperson for the Association of Train Operating Companies said: Wed, 12 May 2010 15:30:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-responds-to-liberal-democrat-rail-fares-proposals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atoc-responds-to-liberal-democrat-rail-fares-proposals/ In response to Liberal Democrat proposals on rail fares, Michael Roberts, Chief Executive of the Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC), said: Mon, 29 Mar 2010 11:51:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/greater-reliance-on-private-sector-could-generate-hundreds-of-millions-to-i/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/greater-reliance-on-private-sector-could-generate-hundreds-of-millions-to-i/ Hundreds of millions of pounds could be freed up to invest in a major programme of station refurbishment and rebuilding if train companies were given longer and more flexible franchises, the Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC) will say today. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:55:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-figures-show-best-ever-uk-train-service-performance-atoc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-figures-show-best-ever-uk-train-service-performance-atoc/ “These figures show that train companies are becoming ever more reliable at ensuring passengers arrive on time. Record levels of punctuality mean real improvements in service quality for anyone using Britain’s rail network. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 10:53:59 +0000