Virgin Trains News Page 7
Sir Richard Branson’s vision for UK rail
Sir Richard Branson, Founder of the Virgin Group, today set out his vision for continuing growth for rail travel in the UK and potentially overseas as Virgin Trains welcomed record numbers of passengers. Sir Richard joined staff and customers in a celebration at Euston station.
First Class Seat Sale on Virgin Trains
Customers looking to do some Christmas or January sales shopping in the UK’s biggest cities can enjoy a little bit of first class luxury when using Virgin Trains.
Virgin Christmas shopping trains to Manchester and Chester
Christmas shoppers living in London and the South East will have the opportunity to purchase their gifts elsewhere this year as Virgin Trains prepares to run three special trains to the North West shopping centres of Chester and Manchester.
Virgin Trains backs fight against cable theft
Virgin Trains has thrown its weight behind the fight to tackle cable theft, appealing to the public and politicians to get tough on criminals who steal copper cable from the lineside.
Thousands more seats as Virgin Trains goes for growth
Virgin Trains plans to add thousands more seats to its award-winning services during next year following today’s announcement of an eight-month extension to its West Coast franchise.
Virgin Trains recognised for reduced energy consumption achievement
Virgin Trains has won a prestigious energy saving award from the British Standards Institute following a year on year 2.5% reduction in energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
Virgin Trains launches pocket timetables direct to your phone
Looking for a hassle-free, convenient and sustainable alternative to paper timetables or route maps?
Virgin Trains invite Greenwood family on the Train of Hope
Virgin Trains, official charity partner of CLIC Sargent, invited the local Greenwood family on the Train of Hope, a fundraising event that has raised over £35,000 for families affected by childhood cancer.
Long Jumper Abigail Irozuru gets Virgin Pendolino train named after her
Virgin Trains has commemorated another prize winning athlete with the naming of Pendolino train 390007 after Long Jumper Abigail Irozuru.
Top training success for Virgin Trains
Virgin Trains’ Crewe-based Learning and Development team has beaten off stiff competition to scoop a prestigious National Training Awards 2011 West Midlands award for its Coaching Culture programme.
Virgin Trains, a fantastic deal for a fantastic cause
A massive 25% discount is now on offer to anyone booking a table of four on the CLIC Sargent Train of Hope scenic charity railtour. That’s buy three get one free!
Retro-style adverts herald ‘Fly Virgin Trains’ campaign
Virgin Trains has a new marketing campaign called ‘Fly Virgin Trains’ which launched on Monday 5 September 2011.