Looking at railways in detail

Cancellation of Midland Main Line electrification programme leads operator to revise train procurement plans

Eyebrows were raised among the steam fraternity when the Watercress Line preserved a ‘Sprinter’ diesel multiple unit. Now the train has arrived at Ropley, MARK PEARCE delves deeper into what the move means for the future of heritage rail motive power.

Overhauls, restorations and running notes

Deal includes more than 2,700 vehicles and significantly boosts company’s UK presence

While there were undoubtedly many benefits for a single, nationalised railway, for customers there was one thing lacking: competition. For passengers, the car was a viable alternative in most cases, a