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Helicopters help railway engineers going 'down under' in the Peak District
In a rare move construction materials have been airlifted into position by helicopter for essential repairs to a ventilation shaft in one of the deepest railway tunnels in Britain.
Drone footage shows picturesque rail route’s protection from landslips
Drone footage has been released showing how one of the country’s most picturesque rail routes has been protected from landslips to secure future journeys for passengers and freight.
One of the world's oldest railway tunnels gets some tender loving care
One of the world’s oldest railway tunnels is being made more reliable for passengers this autumn.
Grade II listed Lancaster station footbridge restored for passengers
Passengers can now enjoy a completely restored Grade II listed railway footbridge at Lancaster station.
Advance notice to passengers about Manchester Piccadilly lift work
Passengers are being advised about future work to replace the lift giving access to platforms 13 and 14 at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Key rail route to North Wales to be protected from flash flooding
Rail passengers on a key route connecting North Wales to the North West will soon benefit from railway lines which are better protected from flash flooding.
Key Manchester rail route gets 21st century signalling upgrade
A once in a generation overhaul of Manchester’s railway signalling system is complete to improve future journeys for passengers and freight.
Divers pour underwater concrete to protect West Coast main line
Specialist divers are pouring underwater concrete to protect two major railway viaducts carrying the West Coast main line in Carlisle.
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