LNER to pilot UK rail ticketing reform Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 29, 20190 UK: East Coast Main Line operator LNER is to pilot proposed reforms to Great Britain’s fares system from January 2 2020, with tickets going on sale from November 29. Announcing the trial on August 29, the Department for Transport said its aim was to ‘significantly boost customer confidence and flexibility in
Railway engineers turned dog rescuers on West Coast main line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 28, 20190 Bank holiday railway engineers turned dog rescuers after a wayward pooch found her way on to the tracks on the West Coast main line. Asha the dog was spotted by Network Rail workers wandering on Europe’s busiest mixed-use railway line at Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, on Bank Holiday Monday. Asha the dog with
UK Government Launches Oakervee Review into HS2 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 22, 20190 The High Speed 2 project, which would connect London to the North of England via Birmingham, received a blow yesterday (21 August) as the UK government announced it was opening up an independent review “into whether and how to proceed with the […] project”. Douglas Oakervee, a retired engineer who was
Review to consider whether and how to proceed with High Speed 2 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 21, 20190 UK: The terms of reference and timeline for an independently-led government review of whether and how to proceed with the High Speed 2 project were published by Secretary of State for Transport Grant Shapps on August 21. The ‘independent, thorough and objective’ review is to be chaired by Douglas Oakervee, whose
Preserving Britain’s railway heritage Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 19, 20190 In the first of a new quarterly column, the work of the Railway Heritage Designation Advisory Board is described by its co-chairman, Richard Faulkner (Lord Faulkner of Worcester). AS LONG ago as 1845 Benjamin Disraeli wrote in his novel Sybil: ‘The railways will do as much for mankind as the monasteries
HS2’s ‘Sugar Cube’ Design Given the Go-Ahead Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 15, 20190 The London Borough of Camden has approved the design for HS2′s ‘sugar cube’ structure at Euston. The four-storey building will contain a substation and electrical equipment as well as a ventilation shaft for the London Underground. Contemporary and Functional Design Inspired by historic London Underground, the design is both contemporary and functional.
Droning on: Drones bring new dimension to rail photography Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 15, 20190 Words: Chris Milner, Photography: Geoff Griffiths The availability and affordability of a ‘drone’ for the average person has brought a new dimension to all types of photography. Until a few years ago the use of a drone was usually limited to military applications, but miniaturisation, coupled with portability, affordability and
15 August: news in brief Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 15, 20190 Man who blocked Eurostar services is jailed A MAN from north London who staged a solitary protest over Brexit and the police by climbing on to a railway tunnel near St Pancras International has been jailed for a year. Terry Maher, 44, of Cubitt Street in London WC1, clambered on to
Steam lines face double threat in crackdown on coal-burning Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 9, 20190 Heritage railways face worrying times over the possible crackdown on the use of coal as part of the carbon emission reduction plan. ‘WD’ 2-10-0 No. 90775 gets a Sheringham to Holt train underway past the golf course on July 7. Photo: Barry Martin. Britain’s heritage railways are fighting for their
UK to leave Interrail and Eurail ticketing schemes Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 7, 20190 UK: The Rail Delivery Group will cease to be a member of the Eurail Group of railway companies with effect from January 1 2020, ending the ability of visitors to Great Britain to use the Interrail and Eurail pass schemes. RDG offers its own its range of BritRail passes. It said
In pictures: Railways during World War II Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 5, 20190 In pictures: Here are a selection of railways during World War II in advertisements that appeared in The Railway Magazine in 1940. Throughout World War II, The Railway Magazine carried several British Railways adverts per issue, reminding the public (and possibly the enemy) of the amazing service they were providing. Here
‘Do not travel’ – UK heatwave sparks chaos on railways Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 25, 20190 Network Rail announced that speed restrictions would be in place in the south east from midday until 8pm amid fears that tracks could buckle in the heat if trains travel too fast. Speed limits on most commuter lines will be cut from 60mph to 30mph. Extreme weather action teams have been “activated” to
Record-breaking heatwave sparks chaos across UK railways Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 25, 20190 Network Rail announced that speed restrictions would be in place in the south east from midday until 8pm amid fears that tracks could buckle in the heat if trains travel too fast. Speed limits on most commuter lines will be cut from 60mph to 30mph. Extreme weather action teams have been “activated” to
Government sets out strategy for safe and biodiverse railway lineside Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 24, 20190 A strategy for safe and biodiverse railway lineside to “protect and enhance” the amount of plants, trees and wildlife alongside Britain’s rail lines has been announced by the Department for Transport (DfT). Ministers expect Network Rail, the government-owned company responsible for managing rail infrastructure, to achieve no net loss of
Delayed train passengers are being urged to ‘claim every time’ Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 22, 20190 Train passengers are being urged to “make their voice heard” by applying for delay compensation every time they are entitled to it. An increase in the amount of claims would “send a message” to train operators that reliability must improve, according to watchdog Transport Focus. Photo: Gareth Fuller/PA Wire A report published by
Railtours remembered: The Metropolitan Special Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 17, 20190 In the first of an occasional new series, Andrew Royle looks back to a forgotten railtour over London Transport’s Metropolitan line in 1954. SIXTY-FIVE years ago it was possible for an enthusiasts’ special train to attract the attention of the wider public – even at a time when steam traction reigned
16 July: news in brief Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 16, 20190 ORR warns industry it must ‘refocus’ efforts on safety THE Office of Rail and Road has warned that the rate of improvement in railway safety is showing signs of slowing down. In its Annual Report on Health & Safety, published today, it points to recent deaths of workers on the railway,
The death of Sir Nigel Gresley Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 15, 20190 The death of Sir Nigel Gresley at Hertford on April 5, deprives the railway mechanical engineering profession of one of its most distinguished personalities, and one whose career has no parallel in the locomotive history of this country. For nearly 30 years he held the chief executive position on the
Funding agreed for cutting-edge experimental rail facility in Leeds Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 10, 20190 The images show an artist’s impression of the IHSRSI. Please note the plans are subject to detailed planning approval. Credit: Atkins, artist’s impression. The Government has confirmed funding to create one of the most advanced conventional and high speed rail research facilities in the world, in Leeds. The University of
JULY ISSUE ON SALE NOW! Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 5, 20190 Britain’s best-selling rail title is back for another month of award-winning photos, news, features and exclusives from the rail industry, past and present. This month’s The Railway Magazine features the A1 Trust ordering TWO boilers, the Brighton Belle restoration focus plus take a look at our FREE supplement ‘The Blue &
From the archive: BRIDGNORTH STATION: Building for the future Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 3, 20190 Ben Jones visits Bridgnorth to discover how the Severn Valley Railway is investing in new facilities to cope with ever-increasing visitor numbers. BRITAIN’S railways are busier than they’ve ever been, and our world-class heritage lines are no exception. From miniature railways to extensive standard gauge operations such as the Severn Valley
Luxury dining trains’ brief encounter in Kent Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 2, 20190 THERE was brief chance to see two of Britain’s luxury dining trains together on May 11, writes David Staines. ‘Black Five’ No. 44871 was recessed at Lenham Loop with the 12.50 Maidstone East-Folkestone West ‘Heart of Kent Hospice Circular’ to allow LSL’s Nos. 47810 and 47853 to overtake with a ‘Statesman’ special to
From the archive: The big bird that flew too far Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 21, 20190 Words: Nick Pigott As the most powerful single-engine diesel locomotive in the world at the time, Kestrel promised a motive power revolution… but it turned out to be ‘too good for its own good’! Shunned by BR despite its 125mph speed potential, it vanished behind the Iron Curtain where it became the
From the archive: The big bird that flew too far – Part One: The British Years (1967-71) Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 20, 20190 By Nick Pigott As the most powerful single-engine diesel locomotive in the world at the time, Kestrel promised a motive power revolution… but it turned out to be ‘too good for its own good’! Shunned by BR despite its 125mph speed potential, it vanished behind the Iron Curtain where it became
Industry Insider Week 24 – 7 Must-Read Rail Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 17, 20190 All the important rail news of the week, summed up for you in one place: our Railway-News Industry Insider Week 24 for 10–14 June 2019: Bombardier MITRAC solution © Bombardier Transportation Policy ICE 4 train in Germany © Deutsche Bahn AG / Georg Wagner ERA Set to Become the THE Railway Authority in Europe Following the
UK: New Greater Anglia BMUs Receive ORR Approval Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 14, 20190 UK: The Office of Rail and Road, the regulatory authority for rail in Britain, has given its approval for the 24 four-car bi-mode FLIRT trains Stadler has been manufacturing for Greater Anglia. Stadler says these are the first FLIRT trains in the country to get this ‘authorisation for placing into
14 June: news in brief Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 14, 20190 FLIRT accepted NEW trains being built for Greater Anglia by Stadler have received their first approval from the Office of Rail and Road. The ORR has authorised the use of four-car bi-mode FLIRT units, although they can only start to carry passengers after a testing and commissioning programme has been completed.
Fleet Focus: Britain’s new trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 12, 20190 Exciting times are ahead as the first trains of two new fleets entered service during April and May. A total of 22 new or fully refurbished fleets are due for introduction by 12 train operators over the next three years, and The RM will be taking a closer look at
Blatant trespass incidents mar ‘Great Britain XI’ finale Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 12, 20190 Some of the worst trespass incidents seen since ‘A3’ No. 60103 Flying Scotsman returned to the main line in 2016 occurred on May 5 as the Pacific was returning from York to London Paddington on the final day of the Railway Touring Company’s ‘Great Britain XI’ nine-day tour. Trespass was most evident
Swanage Railway prepares to undertake governance review Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 7, 20190 Dorset’s Swanage Railway is following in the steps of the West Somerset Railway by undertaking a complete governance review of both the Swanage Railway Trust (SRT) and Swanage Railway Company (SRC). A letter signed by SRT chairman Gavin Jones and his SRC counterpart Liz Sellen was sent to members during May.
Bombardier and Hitachi Reveal Proposed HS2 Train Design Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20190 Not to be outdone by Alstom and its unveiling of its proposed design for the new HS2 trains, Bombardier and Hitachi also reveal their first image of their proposed HS2 train design. Bombardier-Hitachi HS2 train design © Bombardier Bombardier-Hitachi Joint HS2 Rolling Stock Bid Bombardier and Hitachi announced in July last year that they
UK: Alstom Reveals Its Design for HS2 Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20190 The race to win the contract for the HS2 rolling stock is an intense one. Now Alstom has revealed its proposed design for the new UK high-speed train. Alstom’s proposed HS2 design © Alstom Design & Styling 2019 HS2 Ltd has said it needs a train that can operate equally on the
FirstGroup investor war gathers strength Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20190 THE internal battle in FirstGroup, which operates Great Western Railway, South Western Railway and TransPennine Express, is becoming a war of words between the board and what it sees as a rogue investor. Ahead of an Extraordinary General Meeting later this month, First has launched a determined counter attack on US-based
Sqills Working with RDG to Transform Rail Travel for Passengers across the UK Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 31, 20190 Sqills, the Dutch provider of inventory, ticketing and reservation software for the rail and bus industry is proud to announce that it will implement its SaaS platform (S3 Passenger) for rail services in Great Britain. The implementation of this platform is one of the major innovation projects in the rail
Brexit and the Rail Industry: Findings of the Lords Report Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 22, 20190 On 21 May the European Union Committee from the House of Lords published its report entitled ‘Brexit: road, rail and maritime transport‘. Crossrail is one of the major rail infrastructure projects in the UK © Network Rail The UK rail network connects with the EU at two points: via the Fixed
British Steel Ltd placed in liquidation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 22, 20190 UK: The High Court ordered British Steel Ltd into compulsory liquidation on May 22, with the Official Receiver appointed as liquidator. The court has appointed Hunter Kelly, Sam Woodward and Alan Hudson of EY to act as Special Managers to assist the Official Receiver. The company supplies 95% of the rails
‘Brexit Express’ Nancy returns to steam and heads for Ireland Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 18, 20190 RESTORATION to steam of ex-Eastwell Iron Ore Quarries 3ft-gauge Avonside 0-6-0T Nancy (1547/1908) has been completed. Alan Keef Ltd was racing to complete Nancy and dispatch it back to the Cavan & Leitrim Railway (C&LR) in Ireland before Britain exited the EU (RM Nov 2018). The locomotive hadn’t steamed since entering
Chris Mariner, CEO, MECX Group, Discusses Network Rail’s Control Period 6 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 17, 20190 “I’m told that this is the largest funded programme by value per mile of any European rail system,” says Chris Mariner, CEO of Mecx Group, about Network Rail’s Control Period 6 budget. Chris Mariner, CEO, MECX Group The company started out with a focus as a technical services provider, with particular expertise
Hitachi Azuma Enters Service for LNER Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 16, 20190 The cutting-edge Azuma trains, which Hitachi Rail has manufactured at its site in Newton Aycliffe, have entered service on the East Coast Main Line. The first Hitachi Azuma trains begin operating on the East Coast Main Line © DfT The first Azuma (Class 800) trains will run between London and Leeds. Over the
Today at Railtex: Day 3 – 16 May 2019 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 16, 20190 Railtex Day 3: it’s the last day of the show. But the events are still going strong. A highlight in today’s itinerary is the speech on hydrogen-powered trains and their ability to replace diesel, given by Mike Muldoon from Alstom at 12:30pm in the Seminar Theatre. Alstom stand and British Steel
HS2 alternatives report is ‘fantasy and fiction’ Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 14, 20190 THE TaxPayers’ Alliance has published its latest arguments against HS2, saying that there are 28 local and regional transport infrastructure projects that could be funded if the High Speed project was scrapped. Former cabinet minister David Davis is launching the TPA report today, which says the latest evidence suggests the costs
The coaling plant story: TOWERS OF STRENGTH – Part 2 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 1, 20190 The demolition of Immingham’s mechanical coaling plant last year has left Britain with just one example of these huge ferro-concrete monoliths. Engine Shed Society president Nick Pigott concludes our historical survey of the towering landmarks that once dominated the scene at more than 100 steam depots. WHETHER wagon-hoist or skip-hoist forms
The coaling plant story: Towers of Strength Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 1, 20190 The demolition of Immingham’s mechanical coaling plant last year has left Britain with just one example of these huge ferro-concrete monoliths. Engine Shed Society president Nick Pigott concludes our historical survey of the towering landmarks that once dominated the scene at more than 100 steam depots. Whether wagon-hoist or skip-hoist
RDG proposes arms-length body to oversee UK rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 30, 20190 UK: Greater accountability to rail users and devolved authorities is envisaged under proposals from the Rail Delivery Group published on April 30, along with the establishment of an ‘independent national organising body’ to co-ordinate and oversee the entire rail sector. Unveiling its proposals to the Williams Rail Review, which has been
Virgin Trains proposes airline model for long-distance rail travel Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 24, 20190 UK: A complete rethink of the way long-distance rail services in Great Britain are operated forms a key part of Virgin Trains’ submission to the government’s Williams Rail Review of the rail industry. Despite the possibility that Virgin Trains will cease operating rail services in the UK within the next year,
Ron Buckley, Britain’s oldest railway photographer Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 21, 20190 Chris Milner met centenarian Ron Buckley, a railway photographer with a fascinating past, who took his first railway picture in the 1930s, but also spent more than 40 years employed by both the LMS and BR. Most of us hope for a long and fruitful life and for centenarian Ron Buckley
‘B1’ and ‘Caley’ tank add Northern Soul to Gloucestershire Warwickshire festival Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 10, 20190 REPRESENTATIVES from each of the ‘Big Four’ railway companies will make up an eight-engine line-up at the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway’s Cotswold Festival of Steam on May 25-27. The RM-sponsored event has been given the theme ‘Northern Soul’ to reflect the presence of two of the visiting locomotives – LNER ‘B1’ No.
IS IT A BUS? IS IT A TRAIN? NO, IT’S… SUPERTRAM! Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 10, 20190 For this month’s Practice & Performance, John Heaton FCILT takes a look at Britain’s first tram-train operation in Sheffield, which runs from the city centre to Parkgate, Rotherham, using a mix of tram and rail tracks. A RIBBON of rails bisects Sheffield’s inner-city industrial twilight zone. Satanic forges hulk over the
Stagecoach disqualified from three franchises in pension dispute Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 10, 20190 UK: Stagecoach Group has been disqualified from the Department for Transport’s three current passenger franchise competitions, the company announced on April 10. Incumbent Stagecoach had been shortlisted for the East Midlands franchise, which the DfT announced on April 10 had been won by Abellio, and for the West Coast Partnership contract
Police hunt railway Brexit protestors Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 3, 2019Nisan 3, 20190 DETECTIVES from British Transport Police are hunting the people who placed track circuit clips on railways in Cambridgeshire and Nottinghamshire in an apparent protest about the government’s handling of Brexit. Notes attached to the clips are reported to have said: ‘We will bring this country to its knees if we don't
Plaque unveiled for Railway Touring Club founder Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 3, 2019Nisan 3, 20190 NIGEL Dobbing, the founder of the Railway Touring Company, whose vision pioneered the ‘Great Britain’ steam tours, was remembered with the operation of a memorial train on March 17. Members of Nigel’s family, his friends, colleagues and people, who supported him over the years until his death last October, travelled from
THE COALING PLANT STORY: TOWERS OF STRENGTH – Part 1 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 3, 20190 The demolition of Immingham’s mechanical coaling plant last year has left Britain with just one example of these huge ferro-concrete monoliths. Demonstrating the sheer strength of ferro-concrete plants, Accrington depot’s 1935-built tower takes the strain as it hoists a wagon-load of coal in LMS days. BRITISH RAILWAYS In the first of a
Upgraded Lime Street is top station in Britain Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 20, 20190 LIVERPOOL’S recently upgraded Lime Street station is the highest rated of Britain’s major stations by passengers in the latest National Passenger Rail Survey. Scoring a 93.8% satisfaction rating, Lime Street narrowly beat St Pancras International (93.6%) and King’s Cross (92.9%) to top the list for Network Rail managed stations. NETWORK RAIL Read
Campaigners urge action on new passenger routes Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 20, 20190 REOPENING 33 sections of railway across Britain could bring 500,000 more people within walking distance of a main line station, generating an extra 20 million journeys every year, according to a new report by the Campaign for Better Transport (CBT). At an estimated overall cost of between £4.76billion and £6.39bn, 343
What happened on this day… Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 13, 20190 Taken from our huge The Railway Magazine archive, check out what featured on this day a century ago, what headlined our issue 20 years ago, and more! 100 years ago: A Marylebone to Beaconsfield train leaves London behind Great Central Railway’s superheated 4-6-2T No. 24 (later LNER/BR class ‘A5’). KACR NUNN 100
All change on the Great Northern Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 6, 20190 Peter Brown takes a ride on the new Class 717 EMUs, which over the next few months will transform Great Northern services from Moorgate by replacing trains more than 40 years old. GROWING-UP as a boy in leafy north London my memories are still vivid of Grange Park station, where I
A Phoenix from the Ashes Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 6, 20190 If ever a place deserved to rise from the ashes, then it is Sierra Leone’s National Railway Museum (SLNRM). Nicola Fox tells the fascinating history of a museum, whose locomotives were less than a week from being scrapped, plus its on-going British connections. On the western coast of Africa lies a
Union rejects open access proposal as ‘nonsense’ Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 5, 20190 Mick Cash: ‘The idea is bonkers’ THE Adam Smith Institute has called for long-distance franchises to be replaced by open access operators, arguing that fares are lower on open access routes and passengers are happier. The Institute has made similar points before, and its latest report is timed to coincide
Put customers first, Williams tells UK rail sector Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 27, 20190 UK: The rail industry needs ‘to adapt to a fast changing world’, and ensure that it focuses on the needs of passenger and freight customers, according to former British Airways Chief Executive Keith Williams, who was last year commissioned by Secretary of State for Transport Chris Grayling to undertake a
NR hails success of £148million festive engineering programme Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 26, 20190 MORE than 330 engineering projects took place across Britain over the Christmas and New Year holidays in a £148million programme delivered by 25,000 Network Rail staff and contractors. Projects ranged from major blockades running right through the holiday period to smaller interventions designed to repair or upgrade the railway
Network Rail launches sale of Cardiff Valley Lines Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 25, 20190 EXCLUSIVE Network Rail has launched the process of selling the 137km of Valley Lines routes in south Wales to the Welsh Government. The proposed deal, which has been notified to key people in the railway industry, is the first sale of its kind since Railtrack was created in 1994. When it has gone