Green shoots of integrated operations-led railway The pieces of Great British Railways are starting to come together...

With the move to #GreatBritishRailways driven by @LordPeterHendy, @SteveWhiteRail, Lawrence Bowman, Jamie Burles, and NR's Ellie Burrows, we're starting to see the shape of the new railway. While there are challenges, the early signs are encouraging: www.modernrailways.com/article/gree...

Lumo reveals new Hitachi fleet plan Lumo's new Hitachi fleet roll-out plan revealed.

Lumo's new Hitachi fleet roll-out plan revealed

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Lumo examines further routes First continues to look for further open access opportunities with an application made to extend the West Coast service from/to Preston to serve Blackpool North.

First continues to look for further open access opportunities with an application made to extend the West Coast service from/to Preston to serve Blackpool North.

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Camp Hill line serves passengers again after 85 years Half-hourly service on weekdays runs from Kings Norton to New Street

They're open again! Camp Hill line stations serve first passengers in 85 years - www.modernrailways.com/article/camp...

LNER returns Class 91s to Newcastle LNER has reintroduced a Class 91-hauled train between London and Newcastle.

As part of the East Coast main line timetable introduced last December, LNER has restarted using IC225s between London and Newcastle with one return trip now using a Class 91 and Mk 4s.

www.modernrailways.com/article/lner...

#HS2 SNAP ANALYSIS: 'low billions' cost savings remain Where COULD HS2 save money from a lower operating speed?

#HS2 EXCLUSIVE SNAP ANALYSIS: where will cost savings from lower speeds REALLY come from? Read our exclusive thoughts at www.modernrailways.com/article/hs2-...

Political Rail Map 2026 Our EXCLUSIVE map contains stations, railway lines and rail freight terminals in each Parliamentary constituency.

FREE for all #ModernRailways digital subscribers - our 2026 Political Rail Map shows how the railway fits in with Parliamentary constituencies. Click the link to see it in full detail! www.modernrailways.com/article/poli...

Core Valley Lines electrification is completed Class 398s to enter service on network this spring

#CoreValleyLines #electrification is complete and Class 398s are due to start operation on TfW's network this spring. Full story here: www.modernrailways.com/article/core...

Grassroots winners at Community Rail Awards Outstanding contributions recognised

Community rail champions were celebrated at last night's #CommunityRailAwards. See the full list of winners here: www.modernrailways.com/article/gras...

Willenhall and Darlaston stations serve first passengers First trains in 60 years start serving West Mids communities

They're open! Willenhall and Darlaston stations serve their first passengers: www.modernrailways.com/article/will...

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ScotRail confirms Class 222s will replace HSTs Trains to be refurbished in long-expected deal; in-service entry from 2027

It's been expected for a long time, but #ScotRail FINALLY confirms Class 222s will replace HSTs from 2027. FULL STORY HERE: www.modernrailways.com/article/scot...

HS2 launches final TBM drive TBM named after pioneering driver Karen Harrison

HS2 starts its final tunnel - the second bore to Euston from Old Oak Common. Clearing the station box is a vital prerequisite before the temporary terminus can be completed. www.modernrailways.com/article/hs2-...

New base for ROG's Class 93 fleet Rail Operations Group's Class 93 maintenance is moving to Crewe Gresty Bridge

The Class 93 fleet will soon have a new home.

www.modernrailways.com/article/new-...

Operating excellence celebrated at Golden Whistles Greater Anglia wins four sections; lifetime achievement award for Robin Gisby

The winners of the prestigious #GoldenWhistles awards, in association with the Chartered Institution of Railway Operators are online NOW! See whose operating excellence has been recognised this year at www.modernrailways.com/article/oper...

DB Cargo UK reshuffles senior team Changes made to improve operational and financial performance

BREAKING: DB Cargo UK reshuffles senior team - www.modernrailways.com/article/db-c... #railfreight

Lumo unveils Class 222 livery and interiors Open access operator Lumo has revealed the planned look for its Class 222 fleet, both internally and externally.

The planned internal and external look for Lumo's Class 222 fleet has been revealed.

www.modernrailways.com/article/lumo...

NR buys Barking hub for international freight Regular Chunnel intermodal could return after terminal deal

#NetworkRail buys Barking Eurohub - with Channel Tunnel intermodal a key target market. Read the FULL story here: www.modernrailways.com/article/nr-b... #railfreight #intermodal #highspeed1

Chiltern to use four Mk 5A sets until late-summer Chiltern Railways has provided Modern Railways with an updated plan for the Mk 5A introduction including a new service from 24 March.

Four Mk 5A sets will be in use from 24 March, with an increase in that number from late-summer.

www.modernrailways.com/article/chil...

Southern Electric Traction Group saves Class 455 A Class 455 has been saved by the Southern Electric Traction Group and will return to the main line, with another '455' potentially joining it.

A Class 455 has been preserved and is destined for a return to the main line.

www.modernrailways.com/article/sout...

First additional Class 345 for Elizabeth Line takes shape The first of 10 new Elizabeth Line Class 345s will enter passenger service this year.

The first of 10 additional Class 345s for the Elizabeth Line is expected to enter traffic this year.

www.modernrailways.com/article/firs...

CrossCountry makes the case for extra ‘221s’ CrossCountry is making the case to add an additional eight Class 221s to its fleet.

CrossCountry is making the case to DfT to lease a further eight Class 221s (six off-lease sets and two currently with Grand Central).

www.modernrailways.com/article/cros...

DB Cargo UK successfully trials Class 93 DB Cargo UK said the trial of a tri-mode Class 93 on a Seaforth to Mossend intermodal was a success.

DB Cargo UK trialled a Class 93 on an intermodal train as part of an ongoing review into its fleet investment strategy.

www.modernrailways.com/article/db-c...

CrossCountry unveils refurbished Voyager New seats and more legroom in first ever upgrade of fleet

CrossCountry unveils first refurbished Voyager - www.modernrailways.com/article/cros...

GBRf to sell ‘47s,’ ‘59’, ‘60s’ and shunters 10 Class 60s recently bought from Beacon Rail

GBRf to sell '47s', '59', '60s' and shunters - www.modernrailways.com/article/gbrf...

VIDEO: Andy Burnham launches his vision for Manchester's Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham chose the Modern Railways Public Transport in the North conference to launch his new strategy for rail, which encompasses local, long-distance and freight trains

The latest issue reports on Andy Burnham's vision for Manchester's railways which he exclusively unveiled at our Fourth Friday Club in Manchester recently. This is the video of his presentation from that event.

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VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: TPE MD Chris Jackson on improving services TransPennine Express Managing Director Chris Jackson tells the Modern Railways Fourth Friday Club event in Manchester how the operator aims to improve services across the route.

VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: TPE Managing Director Chris Jackson speaks at the Modern Railways FFC event in Manchester about how the operator aims to improve services across its network.

www.modernrailways.com/article/vide...

GWR No 230001 in revenue service

Record-breaking #batterytrain No 230001 is now in revenue-earning service on the Greenford branch with #GreatWesternRailway - www.modernrailways.com/article/batt...

Hendy rules out additional Devon main line Lord Hendy highlights lack of 'practicable' alternative route which can be provided soon

Rail Minister Lord Hendy rules out additional #Devon main line - at least soon: www.modernrailways.com/article/hend...