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A new world record has been set for the furthest distance travelled by a battery-electric train on a single charge.
Travellers are being warned of disruption to rail services over the bank holiday weekend because of a strike by workers.
The leader of the train drivers’ union will retire after three terms in office. An election will be held later this year to ...
Train company bosses have been warned they could be breaking the law if they allow unqualified staff to prosecute alleged fare dodgers.
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Rail Express is essential reading for today’s rail enthusiasts and photographers; and the September issue brings you the latest news, headlines, images and features from across the entire rail network ...
The hard work of volunteers to bring Wensleydale Railway back to life is the focus of a new episode of the popular BBC show.
It’s a case of continuity, history and evolution for Britain’s oldest trackside journal, The Railway Magazine, as it nears its 125th anniversary with a wealth of experience and a new-look team. The ...
Trials are underway using a battery-powered Class 08. Richard Clinnick attended the launch of the locomotive at Barrow Hill.
A bid to beat the fastest London to Glasgow time for a train, set 37 years ago by British Rail’s APT-P has missed out by just 21 seconds.