Network Rail News Page 30
London stations rehearsal for the olympics
Network Rail rehearsed its crowd management for the Olympic and Paralympic Games at London Bridge and other key stations in the capital.
West Highland landslip recovery works complete
The West Highland line reopened between Crianlarich and Fort William Wednesday, July 11 after engineers completed works to recover the line following a landslip and freight derailment on June 28.
New rail performance data released
Network Rail and train companies have released more detailed information than ever before about train punctuality, showing passengers the number of services that arrive within a minute of their scheduled arrival time.
Network Rail launches international rail consultancy
Network Rail, the owner and operator of Britain’s railway infrastructure, has launched an international rail consultancy business.
Network Rail: Reading bridge gets the push
The future of rail travel in Reading slid into view this weekend as the station’s new bridge appeared for the first time above the tracks.
New look for Newquay station
With the summer rush not far away, Newquay station presents a smarter face to visitors thanks to investment from Network Rail.
New footbridge to improve safety at Branston
A new footbridge to replace the level crossing at Branston near Derby is being installed by Network Rail.
Network Rail launches new ultrasonic test unit
Network Rail has launched its fourth ultrasonic rail testing train into service, complete with ground penetrating radar, ultrasonics and rail profile laser scanner.
Rail apprentice gets to work in Brighton
Around 200 apprentices have started work at Network Rail depots across Britain after completing their first year’s training at Europe’s largest engineering training facility at HMS Sultan in Hampshire.
Network Rail: Worlds largest solar bridge taking shape at Blackfriars
Work to construct the largest solar panel array in London reached half way today as the 2,200th solar panel was installed on the roof of Blackfriars station in central London.
Voice warnings to improve safety at level crossings in Selby and York
Network Rail is installing spoken warning alarms at seven level crossings in Selby and York. They are designed to improve safety for users through a vocal alert that another train is coming.
Network Rail: Record speed on main line
Network Rail and East Midlands Trains have operated a diesel train at 125mph for the first time on the Midland main line.