17 May 2008 (provided by Transit Magazine), Category: Light rail & metro systems

The Tram-train trial on the Penistone Line, announced by government last month, has prompted a bid for a permanent tram-train track-share at Manchester Metrolink.   Transit understands that Network Rail will be receptive to such proposals if...

16 May 2008 (provided by Transit Magazine), Category: Customer interface

Eurostar and internet search provider Google today have unveiled a unique new display at St Pancras International that enables travellers to explore Europe in a visually stunning way.   “Explore Europe” combines the advanced mapping...

15 May 2008 (provided by Transit Magazine), Category: Customer interface

Air passengers between London and Scotland are being targeted with a new offer from train operator National Express East Coast - giving them the chance to try the train instead, for free.   The offer is aimed at any air passenger who flew...

14 May 2008 (provided by Transit Magazine), Category: Customer interface

Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly has asked Passenger Focus to research whether train operators’ plans for simpler pricing and a Price Promise to sell the cheapest available ticket will address passengers’ concerns over the complexity of...

1 May 2008 (provided by Transit)

The Trainline is a fully impartial service, giving users instant access to the full range of over 293 million journey and fare combinations within the whole of the UK and through all train operating companies. The firm has over 8 million registered...

29 Apr 2008 (provided by Modern Railways), Category: Commercial, financial & HR

Following a review, the Scottish Government says it is to continue with the Borders railway reopening project. Transport minister Stewart Stevenson said that capital costs were indicated to be in the range of £235million to £295million,...

28 Apr 2008 (provided by Transit), Category: Customer interface

South West Trains is offering passengers a door-to-door luggage delivery service which will make it easier for people with heavy loads to catch the train. The operator has struck a deal with luggage distribution company Carry my Luggage which can...

28 Apr 2008 (provided by Modern Railways), Category: Commercial, financial & HR

Transport for London has signed a leasing contract for its new London Overground fleet of electric trains. TfL says this avoids a capital expenditure of £250million and releases funds for reinvestment in the transport network. The overall...

27 Apr 2008 (provided by Modern Railways), Category: Rolling stock & traction

Bombardier Transportation has won a contract for Electrostar electric multiple-units for Southern, valued at around £53million. The 11 four-car dual-voltage Class 377 trains will be manufactured at Derby and delivered during the first quarter...

25 Apr 2008 (provided by Transit)

ScotRail’s franchise has been extended until 2014 after First Group pledged to provide at least £70m for rail service improvements.The deal was struck after First offered to guarantee the level of clawback payments it will make over the...