ETCS tested on steam locomotive
UK: Testing is underway with what is thought to be the first installation of European Train Control System equipment on an operational steam locomotive, as part of a plan to secure the long-term future of heritage traction operation on the national rail network.
Voltage controlled clearance technology used on Midland Main Line
UK: Voltage controlled clearance technology has been used to avoid the need to rebuild seven bridges and four signal gantries on the 37 km Kettering to Wigston section of the Midland Main Line 25 kV 50 Hz electrification project.
Signalling and electrical control training hub opens
UK: Network Rail has opened what it says is its only facility able to offer training for all types of signalling as well as electrical control room operations.
Single leadership for GWR and Network Rail control
UK: Great Western Railway and Network Rail have brought their control functions together as a single joint team with the aim of bolstering collaborative working and service delivery.
Network Rail Chief Executive Andrew Haines to retire
UK: Network Rail Chief Executive Sir Andrew Haines has advised the board that he has decided to retire from the infrastructure manager in October 2025.
Transport for NSW and Network Rail to collaborate
INTERNATIONAL: Australia’s Transport for New South Wales and British infrastructure manager Network Rail have signed a five-year memorandum of understanding to co-operate to develop rail technology, improve reliability and drive sustainability.
Network Rail and TfL to collaborate on innovation
UK: Transport for London and Network Rail have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate and share confidential information on asset management, maintenance and environmental issues.
New operating system deployed in level crossing upgrade
Platform scans to facilitate level boarding of new trains
Sizewell branch upgrading to support power station project
Northumberland Line service from Newcastle to Ashington launched
London stations added to Google Street View
Network Rail aims to offer SMEs greater visibility of business opportunities
ORR calls on Network Rail to improve Eastern region performance
Earlier boarding trial aims to improve London Euston passenger experience
Network Rail to be abolished under rail reforms as Haigh rejects ‘BR reboot’
Bow Goods Yard masterplan approved
East West Rail test train reaches Milton Keynes
ScotRail and Network Rail sign strengthened Alliance Agreement
First freight service launched using track access charge discount scheme