North West & Central news
Thermal imaging keeps passengers on the move during cold snap
Network Rail is using pioneering technology to keep passengers on the move during this week’s spell of extremely cold weather by using thermal imaging drones.
West Midlands drivers urged to ‘Wise Up, Size Up’ as most bashed bridges revealed
Bridge bashes in the West Midlands delayed rail passengers by nearly 9,000 minutes over a 12 month period, newly released figures reveal.
Hinckley railway bridge sits in top ten of Network Rail’s most bashed bridges
Watling Bridge in Hinckley sits at number four of the list of Network Rail’s most frequently hit bridges.
Passengers warned of disruption in Ulverston
Passengers in Cumbria are being advised of disruption to services following flooding of the tracks in Ulverston.
Euston station catches ‘Green Apple’ award in sustainability win
Network Rail and Mitie have won a Green Apple Environment Award this week for their efforts to reduce London Euston station’s carbon footprint and enhance its sustainability practices.
Railway teams ready to keep passengers on the move during predicted cold snap
Rail passengers are being advised to check before they travel following a yellow warning for snow and ice from the Met Office in the North West of England.
Passengers advised of major rail upgrades in Crewe over Christmas
The final stages of work to improve freight services on the West Coast main line means changes to trains over Christmas.
Plaque remembering World War I railway workers relocated to Birmingham New Street
A memorial plaque in honour of staff from the Midland Railway Loco department who fought in World War I has been officially rededicated at Birmingham New Street.
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