http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/rss_page.php The latest news about Franchises en-us editor@railwaystrategies.co.uk webmaster@railwaystrategies.co.uk PHP RSS Feed Generator This year’s event provided some fascinating industry insights as well as being a great forum for networking http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10888&issueid=335 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10888&issueid=335 The world’s largest innovation platform for railway technology http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10889&issueid=335 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10889&issueid=335 The Government has begun the sale of rights to operate Britain’s first high-speed railway, ‘High Speed 1’, Transport Secretary Philip Hammond has announced. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10892&issueid=335 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10892&issueid=335 Transport Minister Theresa Villiers has published a consultation paper on ‘Reforming Rail Franchising’. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10967&issueid=335 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10967&issueid=335 Serco and Abellio, the joint owners of Northern Rail, have announced the appointments of Ian Bevan as managing director and Steve Butcher as chief operating officer. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10968&issueid=335 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10968&issueid=335 Southern has been awarded the prestigious Mayor of London’s Green 500 ‘Platinum Award’ for its pro-active efforts in reducing carbon emissions within the London area. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10969&issueid=335 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10969&issueid=335 National Express East Anglia (NXEA) has completed a major £1.5 million investment to refurbish the former Clacton Train Maintenance Depot, which has been totally upgraded as part of the company’s Service Improvement Plan. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10970&issueid=335 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10970&issueid=335 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11002&issueid=335 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11002&issueid=335 Northern Rail has secured a two-year extension to its franchise after beating performance targets for its 2500 daily train services across the north of England. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10783&issueid=329 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10783&issueid=329 London Midland's Stourbridge Shuttle has achieved over 99 per cent reliability in service and is carrying more passengers than ever, according to latest figures. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10784&issueid=329 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10784&issueid=329 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10788&issueid=329 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10788&issueid=329 Next generation procurement A new railway – a new way to do business http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10173&issueid=317 Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10173&issueid=317 Innovative German tram operator VBK and rail operator AVG have made, and continue to make, a number of important advancements http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10247&issueid=317 Thu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10247&issueid=317 London Midland’s stations and HQ have received the green seal of approval from a team of external auditors. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10258&issueid=317 Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10258&issueid=317 Rail industry official figures have confirmed that National Express train operator c2c has set a new punctuality record for Britain’s franchised railways of 96.6 per cent for their Public Performance Measure (PPM) train service performance over the 12 months to the period ended 6th March 2010. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10260&issueid=317 Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10260&issueid=317 Network Rail and National Express East Anglia’s (NXEA) Liverpool Street Station, together with National Express East Anglia’s Stansted Airport station, have been rated 100 per cent for customer service, cleanliness and information provision in the most recent mystery shopper surveys carried out at the two stations. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10261&issueid=317 Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10261&issueid=317 Serco and Abellio, the joint owners of train operator Northern Rail, have appointed Ian Bevan as interim managing director and Steve Butcher as interim deputy managing director. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10262&issueid=317 Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10262&issueid=317 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10290&issueid=317 Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10290&issueid=317 Next generation procurement A new railway – a new way to do business http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9676&issueid=306 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9676&issueid=306 Welcome to RAILWAY STRATEGIES’ Infrarail 2010 preview, featuring an overview of the event together with information from many of the organisations who will be present at the exhibition. We hope you will find this useful in planning your visit http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9678&issueid=306 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9678&issueid=306 More than 170 suppliers of rail infrastructure products and services are preparing for the Infrarail 2010 exhibition, which takes place from 13th to 15th April at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9679&issueid=306 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9679&issueid=306 Following five highly successful years of growth, Nottingham Express Transit is embarking on Phase Two of its premier tram service for the city http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9751&issueid=306 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9751&issueid=306 Rail freight has weathered the storm of economic downturn relatively well. In a shrinking freight market rail has increased its market share. Deploying recession-busting flexibility award-winning operator First GBRf is gaining from this surprising side effect http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9801&issueid=306 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9801&issueid=306 Future rail franchises will be let for a minimum of ten years – with even longer contracts of up to 22 years possible in return for additional investment. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9819&issueid=306 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9819&issueid=306 Network Rail is funding a £250 million project to create a new main line from London to Oxfordshire and to deliver much faster services on the Chiltern route to Banbury and Birmingham. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9820&issueid=306 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9820&issueid=306 The official launch of the UK’s first domestic high-speed rail service took place on Monday 14th December. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9821&issueid=306 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9821&issueid=306 Having created one of the most efficient and sustainable light rail services in Germany, VBK is looking forward to further growth in the coming year http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9828&issueid=306 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9828&issueid=306 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9829&issueid=306 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9829&issueid=306 In 2010 the European Transport Conference will be moving to its new home, Glasgow, Scotland. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9429&issueid=303 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9429&issueid=303 Nexus has named the Preferred Bidder for a contract to operate trains and stations on its behalf. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9435&issueid=303 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9435&issueid=303 Rail services formerly operated by National Express East Coast have transferred to East Coast Main Line Company Limited (East Coast), the new operator of the service. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9515&issueid=303 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9515&issueid=303 The Government has announced that the Essex Thameside franchise, currently operating as c2c, is due to end in May 2011. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9516&issueid=303 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9516&issueid=303 Southern has been awarded the prestigious Mayor of London’s Green500 ‘Platinum Award’ for its pro-active efforts in reducing carbon emissions within the London area http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9517&issueid=303 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9517&issueid=303 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9533&issueid=303 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9533&issueid=303 Chiltern Railways has grown throughout its 15-year history to offer a community-focused service founded on innovation and value for money provision. Nicky Pearce talks to Adrian Shooter http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8908&issueid=289 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8908&issueid=289 Over the next six months the Rail Alliance will host numerous networking events for its members and potential new members. All events are free to attend providing you have an interest in the relevant sector. To book on an event simply email rhona.clarke@railalliance.co.uk or call 01789 720026 to register, or you can visit www.railalliance.co.uk/newsandevents/railallianceevents http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8915&issueid=289 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8915&issueid=289 Transport commissioner Peter Hendy has announced that Mike Brown will be the new managing director of London Underground. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8926&issueid=289 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8926&issueid=289 Passengers in London and the South East are to benefit from more frequent rail services, improved stations, more staff and better security, as Transport Secretary Andrew Adonis marked the start of the new South Central franchise, which has been successfully retained by Southern’s parent company Govia. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8950&issueid=289 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8950&issueid=289 With Glenigan reporting a 20 per cent surge in the value of civil engineering projects this year, Civils 2009 is set to be more important than ever. This year’s showcase for the buoyant civil engineering sector, which will be held on 25-26th November at Earls Court 2 in London, will focus on creating infrastructure for the 22nd Century http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9030&issueid=289 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9030&issueid=289 The challenging and complex nature of today’s emergencies, from natural disasters and terrorist attacks to the current swine flu pandemic, makes it essential for individual agencies to work together to ensure a more effective response. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9031&issueid=289 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9031&issueid=289 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9032&issueid=289 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9032&issueid=289 This year’s ‘Promoting best practice throughout the supply chain’ conference was a lively affair, with stimulating contributions from within and beyond the UK the rail industry http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8423&issueid=278 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8423&issueid=278 The 37th European Transport Conference (ETC) will be held at the Leeuwenhurst Conference Centre in the Netherlands on the 5th to 7th October 2009. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8432&issueid=278 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8432&issueid=278 The Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC) has appointed Edward Welsh as its director of corporate affairs. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8441&issueid=278 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8441&issueid=278 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8554&issueid=278 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8554&issueid=278 Transport Secretary Andrew Adonis has awarded the South Central rail franchise to Southern Railways Ltd., a subsidiary of Govia Ltd – the current franchise operator. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8327&issueid=276 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8327&issueid=276 Heathrow Express has appointed Richard Robinson as its new managing director. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8322&issueid=276 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8322&issueid=276 Transport Secretary Andrew Adonis has announced that the Government has taken formal control of London & Continental Railways Ltd (LCR) and its financial subsidiaries, as the next step toward the sale of an operating concession for the new railway. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8319&issueid=276 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8319&issueid=276 Network Rail’s programme director for the Thameslink Programme, Andrew Mitchell, will join Crossrail Limited later this year. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8320&issueid=276 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8320&issueid=276 Tube Lines has appointed Dean Finch as chief executive, to take over from Terry Morgan who is leaving after seven years to take up the role of non-executive chairman at Crossrail. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8311&issueid=276 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8311&issueid=276 Transport for London has appointed Richard Parry, the former director of strategy and service development, to fulfil the role of managing director of London Underground following Tim O’Toole’s departure. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8309&issueid=276 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8309&issueid=276 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8413&issueid=276 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8413&issueid=276 The Railway Strategies Live Event, in association with the Rail Alliance, is designed to help suppliers unlock their potential http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7769&issueid=262 Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7769&issueid=262 5 – 7 October 2009, Noordwijkerhout, Netherlands http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7775&issueid=262 Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7775&issueid=262 The visitor attendance figures for Railtex 2009 – which took place at Earls Court Two in London from 10 -12 March – underline the widely acknowledged success of the latest edition of the UK’s premier rail event. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7786&issueid=262 Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7786&issueid=262 Crossrail’s executive chairman Douglas Oakervee OBE took up the new post of non-executive chairman on 1st April 2009. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7788&issueid=262 Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7788&issueid=262 The Secretary of State for Transport has announced that Anna Walker has been chosen to succeed Chris Bolt as chairman of the Office of Rail Regulation, the independent safety and economic regulator of Britain’s railways. Anna is presently chief executive of the Healthcare Commission. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7790&issueid=262 Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7790&issueid=262 Following a meeting with its members, Network Rail confirmed the appointment of its future chairman, Rick Haythornthwaite. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7791&issueid=262 Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7791&issueid=262 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7910&issueid=262 Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7910&issueid=262 The Railway Strategies LIVE 2009 event, in association with the Rail Alliance, is focusing on Skills, Innovation and Technology http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7176&issueid=242 Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7176&issueid=242 Welcome to RAILWAY STRATEGIES’ Railtex 2009 preview featuring an overview of the event, together with information from many of the organisations who will be present at the exhibition. We hope you will find this useful in planning your visit. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7178&issueid=242 Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7178&issueid=242 Rail Minister Lord Andrew Adonis is to formally open Railtex 2009, which takes place at London’s Earls Court Two from 10 to 12 March. The presence of the recently appointed minister at the show underlines the key role that investment in Britain’s rail network can play in speeding recovery from the current economic downturn. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7179&issueid=242 Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7179&issueid=242 Lend Lease Projects is helping Southeastern to deliver the UK’s much anticipated first highspeed domestic rail passenger service http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7256&issueid=242 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7256&issueid=242 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7366&issueid=242 Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7366&issueid=242 Planning is now well advanced for Railtex 2009, which takes place at London’s Earls Court Two from 10th to 12th March. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6758&issueid=226 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6758&issueid=226 Rail services across south-east England are set for a major boost under new franchise requirements that Transport Minister Andrew Adonis has announced. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6762&issueid=226 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6762&issueid=226 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6840&issueid=226 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6840&issueid=226 Network Rail has begun the search for a new chairman as Sir Ian McAllister confirmed his intention to step down from the Board following the company's AGM in July 2009. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6386&issueid=221 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6386&issueid=221 The Department for Transport has announced the list of shortlisted bidders for the new South Central franchise: http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6409&issueid=221 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6409&issueid=221 A joint initiative, between South West Trains and Network Rail, will see the introduction of facilities to recycle newspapers at London Waterloo. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6410&issueid=221 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6410&issueid=221 A recent report from the National Audit Office (NAO) concludes that, under the management of the Department for Transport, the process for awarding passenger rail franchises in England and Wales has delivered better value for money, with subsidies expected to fall. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6411&issueid=221 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6411&issueid=221 Lend Lease Projects is helping Southeastern to deliver the UK’s much anticipated first highspeed domestic rail passenger service http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6412&issueid=221 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6412&issueid=221 MARY BONAR looks at the background to, characteristics of and future for open access passenger services on the UK rail system http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6518&issueid=221 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6518&issueid=221 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6522&issueid=221 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6522&issueid=221 c2c has invested £1.2 million in new self-service ticket machines which are being installed at allstations on the network to improve customer service and help minimise ticket queues. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6524&issueid=221 Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6524&issueid=221 This will be the 10th European Transport Conference organised by the Association for European Transport. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5941&issueid=213 Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5941&issueid=213 SJ believes that trains are the only sustainable mode of transport for which large-scale development and expansion is possible http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6083&issueid=213 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6083&issueid=213 The Railway Industry Association is at the forefront of progressing the interests of UK rail suppliers http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6086&issueid=213 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6086&issueid=213 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6088&issueid=213 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6088&issueid=213 The 2008 'Developing a sustainable supply chain' conference included an impressive line-up of rail industry VIPs http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5535&issueid=206 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5535&issueid=206 The Department for Transport invited expressions of interest in the South Central rail franchise on 22nd May. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5540&issueid=206 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5540&issueid=206 The transfer of Metronet's business to two companies owned by Transport for London was implemented on 27th May 2008, taking the Metronet business out of insolvency. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5541&issueid=206 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5541&issueid=206 Tube Lines has promoted Lee Jones to director of operations following his success running the Northern line, which is now performing better than ever with fewer delays. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5551&issueid=206 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5551&issueid=206 Three months before the fair is due to open InnoTrans 2008 is set to break records. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5554&issueid=206 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5554&issueid=206 FirstGroup plc is the world’s leading transport company and the UK’s largest rail operator http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5667&issueid=206 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5667&issueid=206 SJ believes that trains are the only sustainable mode of transport for which large-scale development and expansion is possible http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5668&issueid=206 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5668&issueid=206 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations – such as those to venue or time or eligibility for attendance – are also liable to occur. We have checked the details provided as much as possible, but the editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES cannot guarantee that all the listing details are correct and are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5673&issueid=206 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5673&issueid=206 The rail industry's quest for improvements and efficiency is leading it to scrutinise the supply chain http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5191&issueid=200 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5191&issueid=200 Just three months old and the Rail Alliance is making quite an impact. This new rail business network has been launched with the specific charter of helping the industry make the most of a billion pound pool of opportunities over the next decade http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5192&issueid=200 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5192&issueid=200 O2 has been a major partner in the rail sector for many years and works with several Train Operating Companies. This is consolidated by the company’s longstanding relationship with other key organisations such as Transport for London and Network Rail http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5194&issueid=200 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5194&issueid=200 Through the success of Kaizen events, Alstom is improving its processes at every level of its organisation, with help from TBM http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5195&issueid=200 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5195&issueid=200 The 10th European Transport Conference organised by the Association for European Transport will be held in the Leeuwenhorst conference centre, Noordwijkerhout, Netherlands. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5199&issueid=200 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5199&issueid=200 Merseytravel is continuing to drive forward plans for the multi-million electrification of a key cross-border rail line into North Wales. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5202&issueid=200 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5202&issueid=200 The initial core of the new County Durham Engineering Cluster was formed in 1999 when a group of private sector companies decided to work together to help develop the engineering and manufacturing capacity of County Durham, initially within the Derwentside area. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5213&issueid=200 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5213&issueid=200 The winter 2008 Timetable will see the biggest increase in train service levels for many years. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5233&issueid=200 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5233&issueid=200 The 4th IET International Conference on Railway Condition Monitoring RCM 2008 18-20 June 2008: Derby Conference Centre, Derby, UK http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5264&issueid=200 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5264&issueid=200 National Express East Anglia is set to implement a programme of improvements to raise standards of performance, on-train comfort, information provision, ticket purchases and station facilities. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5274&issueid=200 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5274&issueid=200 Improved rail services during the Commonwealth Games in 2014 are just one part of a deal to extend the First ScotRail franchise, announced in April. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5275&issueid=200 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5275&issueid=200 First Great Western (FGW) is strengthening its high level management team with the following appointments: http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5276&issueid=200 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5276&issueid=200 Grand Union, a sister company to Grand Central Railway Company, has responded to a recent Office of Rail Regulation (ORR) request to advise ORR of any further service developments being considered that would use capacity on the East Coast Main Line (ECML). http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5277&issueid=200 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5277&issueid=200 Grand Central’s full service of three high-speed trains in each direction per day from Sunderland to London King’s Cross began on Sunday 2nd March. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5278&issueid=200 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5278&issueid=200 Nearly 4400 rail industry professionals visited the UK's definitive UK rail infrastructure event, Infrarail 2008 – representing a substantial increase of 34 per cent compared to the number attending the previous show in 2005 http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5330&issueid=200 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5330&issueid=200 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations – such as those to venue or time or eligibility for attendance – are also liable to occur. We have checked the details provided as much as possible, but the editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES cannot guarantee that all the listing details are correct and are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5331&issueid=200 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5331&issueid=200 London Midland has brought the first of its refurbished trains into service in the West Midlands, part of a £243 million investment into rolling stock. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5440&issueid=200 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5440&issueid=200 With a line-up of top class speakers, Railway Strategies LIVE 2008 looks set to be a must-attend event http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4582&issueid=181 Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4582&issueid=181 The latest news from the Link-up organisation http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4583&issueid=181 Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4583&issueid=181 Infrarail 2008, the UK's dedicated rail infrastructure trade show, takes place in Hall 9 of Birmingham's National Exhibition Centre from 11to13 March. To be formally inaugurated by Rail Minister Tom Harris, MP, the exhibition, together with events taking place alongside it, promises to be a key meeting point for the industry's manufacturers and suppliers, and for engineers, buyers and managers http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4586&issueid=181 Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4586&issueid=181 National Express Group’s ‘one’ railway has won the Best Fleet Management Award at the international Green Business Awards run by World Business Magazine and the INSEAD Business School. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4691&issueid=181 Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4691&issueid=181 FirstGroup has announced that it is to begin trialling ‘Train Energy Management Systems’ (TEMS), which could reduce energy consumption by up to 13 per cent on its Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) fleets. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4692&issueid=181 Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4692&issueid=181 Northern Rail has been recognised for its success in getting the right people and plans in place to deliver a successful, growing railway across the north of England. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4693&issueid=181 Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4693&issueid=181 Laing Rail, operator of the Chiltern Rail franchise, has been bought by Germany’s Deutsche Bahn. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4694&issueid=181 Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4694&issueid=181 Tirelessly working on extending the capabilities of its stations and services has strengthened DLR's operations in the capital http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4712&issueid=181 Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4712&issueid=181 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations – such as those to venue or time or eligibility for attendance – are also liable to occur. We have checked the details provided as much as possible, but the editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES cannot guarantee that all the listing details are correct and are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4713&issueid=181 Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4713&issueid=181 National Motorcycle Museum - Birmingham, Tuesday 20th May 2008 http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4281&issueid=176 Wed, 13 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4281&issueid=176 National Express Group PLC has launched the new East Coast franchise, which will run until 2015. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4306&issueid=176 Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4306&issueid=176 East Midlands Trains – the new train company for the East Midlands and South Yorkshire – has started its franchise. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4307&issueid=176 Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4307&issueid=176 The senior team for the new Arriva CrossCountry franchise is as follows: http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4308&issueid=176 Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4308&issueid=176 London Midland, operator of the West Midlands rail franchise, became one of the UK's newest rail companies on 11th November, with the promise of a fresh approach to running the railway. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4309&issueid=176 Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4309&issueid=176 Northern Rail, a Serco-NedRailways joint venture, has scooped the title of Best Transport Operator at the Merseyside Transport Awards, held at Merseytravel's inaugural Annual Transport Conference. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4310&issueid=176 Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4310&issueid=176 The Railway Industry Association is at the forefront of progressing the interests of the UK rail suppliers http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4385&issueid=176 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4385&issueid=176 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations – such as those to venue or time or eligibility for attendance – are also liable to occur. We have checked the details provided as much as possible, but the editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES cannot guarantee that all the listing details are correct and are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4386&issueid=176 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4386&issueid=176 ORR has published its fourth annual statement on Network Rail’s performance. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3714&issueid=160 Mon, 05 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3714&issueid=160 Virgin Trains has become the first Virgin company to be officially recognised as an Investor in People and joins over 38,000 organisations in the UK committed to setting a level of good practice for improving business performance through their people. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3784&issueid=160 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3784&issueid=160 Figures released by Virgin Trains show that passenger numbers between London and the North West region have grown by over two-thirds since West Coast services were increased in September 2004. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3785&issueid=160 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3785&issueid=160 The first of nine trains to be transformed in a £2 million programme took to the rails at the beginning of September for First TransPennine Express passengers travelling between Hull, Selby and Manchester. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3786&issueid=160 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3786&issueid=160 National Express Group has signed a contract for renewable energy with E.ON UK http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3787&issueid=160 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3787&issueid=160 The East Midlands Trains top team is as follows: http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3788&issueid=160 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3788&issueid=160 A selection of opportunities currently appearing on the Tenders Direct website http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3846&issueid=160 Thu, 08 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3846&issueid=160 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations – such as those to venue or time or eligibility for attendance – are also liable to occur. We have checked the details provided as much as possible, but the editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES cannot guarantee that all the listing details are correct and are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3847&issueid=160 Thu, 08 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3847&issueid=160 Delivering a sustainable railway and securing your place in the supply chain Hear how leading figures from within the industry are responding to the challenges set out in the governments £15 Billion regeneration plan. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3848&issueid=160 Thu, 08 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3848&issueid=160 The punctuality of train services on routes operated by ‘one’ was over 90 per cent for the seventh successive period in the four weeks ending 15th September, with the train operator maintaining the most consistent period of performance since the franchise began in 2004 and one of the best periods of the past 15 years. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3850&issueid=160 Fri, 09 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3850&issueid=160 Ruth Kelly has been appointed as the new Secretary of State for Transport. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2987&issueid=139 Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2987&issueid=139 Charlotte Simmonds, environment manager at Tube Lines, was named one of the top 35 women in UK business under the age of 35 by prestigious business title Management Today. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2998&issueid=139 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2998&issueid=139 The Department for Transport has announced the shortlisted applicants for the flagship Intercity Express Programme (IEP). http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3000&issueid=139 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3000&issueid=139 The National Rail Trends yearbook, covering the period April 2006 to March 2007, has been published by ORR. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3002&issueid=139 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3002&issueid=139 In June the Mayor of London, Ken Livingstone, announced that services on a key part of London's overland rail network, will be operated by MTR Laing. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3003&issueid=139 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3003&issueid=139 The recent RAILWAY STRATEGIES Supply Chain Conference was a big success for both the organiser and delegates http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3004&issueid=139 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3004&issueid=139 The recent RAILWAY STRATEGIES Supply Chain Conference was a big success for both the organiser and delegates http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3005&issueid=139 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3005&issueid=139 East Coast train operator GNER has collected a Gold Award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) for promoting a safety first culture on trains and in stations and depots http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3038&issueid=139 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3038&issueid=139 The Government may have recently introduced its master plan for improving the UK’s network infrastructure but Abacus Lighting is set to help Network Rail carry out a comprehensive refurbishment programme of its own http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3054&issueid=139 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3054&issueid=139 An extra 40 carriages will run on the New Cross Country network following the award of the franchise to Arriva plc. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3072&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3072&issueid=139 As part of its plans to increase capacity, in April 2007 the Department for Transport announced that the current Gatwick Express franchise will end in May 2008 and be incorporated into the Southern franchise. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3073&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3073&issueid=139 The Department for Transport has announced that London and Birmingham Railway Ltd (a subsidiary of Govia) has been awarded the contract to run the new West Midlands franchise from 11th November 2007. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3074&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3074&issueid=139 The Department for Transport has announced that NXEC Trains Ltd, a subsidiary of National Express Group, has been awarded the contract to operate services on the InterCity East Coast rail franchise. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3075&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3075&issueid=139 The Department for Transport has announced that Stagecoach Midland Rail Limited (a subsidiary of Stagecoach Group plc) has been awarded the contract to run the new East Midlands franchise from 11th November 2007. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3076&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3076&issueid=139 From day one, Northern Rail has realised the true potential of local rail as the most sustainable means of connecting people to opportunities http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3077&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3077&issueid=139 Suppliers and contractors will find doing business with Network Rail is more straightforward and efficient with the implementation of a new suite of contracts. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3085&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3085&issueid=139 A selection of opportunities currently appearing on the Tenders Direct website http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3088&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3088&issueid=139 FirstGBRf has signed a new contract with Royal Mail to move mail by rail until 2010. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3100&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3100&issueid=139 Following the approval of the Supervisory Board of Deutsche Bahn AG, the company plans to take over the entire shares in English Welsh & Scottish Railway Holding Limited (EWS) and acquire a majority share in the Spanish company Transportes Ferroviarios Especiales (Transfesa). http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3101&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3101&issueid=139 Tube Lines reached the halfway point in its stations upgrade programme in June this year. Here the company discusses the approach that is contributing to on-time or ahead-oftime delivery of these projects. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3109&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3109&issueid=139 That was the question posed at the Association of Community Rail Partnerships’ latest conference. Here, ACoRP general manager NEIL BUXTON outlines his vision for community rail partnerships moving forward, as heard by delegates at the conference http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3116&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3116&issueid=139 PETER STEWART and RHYS GRIFFITHS explore the provisions of the new Corporate Manslaughter Act http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3117&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3117&issueid=139 Building successful relationships is vital, especially when you’re South West Trains and 160 million passenger journeys are made a year on your routes. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3118&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3118&issueid=139 A guest speaker at the Railway Strategies Supply Chain Conference 2007, Hugo Del Mar talks candidly about Eurostar’s drive to become greener http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3121&issueid=139 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3121&issueid=139 On the move http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3123&issueid=139 Thu, 13 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3123&issueid=139 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations – such as those to venue or time or eligibility for attendance – are also liable to occur. We have checked the details provided as much as possible, but the editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES cannot guarantee that all the listing details are correct and are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3124&issueid=139 Thu, 13 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3124&issueid=139 FirstGroup plc has unveiled its comprehensive climate change strategy, targeting a reduction in carbon dioxide emissions of up to 25 per cent throughout its UK bus and rail operations. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2220&issueid=103 Wed, 04 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2220&issueid=103 ‘one’ railway has marked the anniversary of 20 years of electrified train services running between Cambridge and Bishops Stortford. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2222&issueid=103 Wed, 04 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2222&issueid=103 Hull Trains has outlined expansion plans to build on the company’s exceptional success, which include considerations for investing further in rolling stock to meet an ever increasing demand for its services. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2223&issueid=103 Wed, 04 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2223&issueid=103 The Office of Rail Regulation (ORR) has given Grand Central the three formal clearances that it requires in order to be allowed to operate trains on the British railway network. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2224&issueid=103 Wed, 04 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2224&issueid=103 Chiltern Railways have begun a £6 million refurbishment of their West Midlands trains. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2225&issueid=103 Wed, 04 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2225&issueid=103 FirstGBRf’s renewed focus on its Rail Industry Services division paid off last year when it announced that turnover had almost doubled from £1 million in 2005 to £1.7 million in 2006. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2252&issueid=103 Wed, 04 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2252&issueid=103 LogicaCMG helps the world’s leading transport organisations manage their assets through original, innovative solutions http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2254&issueid=103 Wed, 04 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2254&issueid=103 Stagecoach Group plc has signed a contract with Greater Manchester Passenger Transport Executive (GMPTE) to operate and maintain the Manchester Metrolink tram network. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2255&issueid=103 Wed, 04 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2255&issueid=103 There’s plenty to celebrate on the railways in the North East, declares Network Rail’s RACHEL LOWE. In 2006/07 the area beat a number of key targets; among them signal failures, points failures, broken rails, and dealing with the effects of autumn. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2261&issueid=103 Wed, 04 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2261&issueid=103 On the move http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2266&issueid=103 Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2266&issueid=103 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations – such as those to venue or time or eligibility for attendance – are also liable to occur. We have checked the details provided as much as possible, but the editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES cannot guarantee that all the listing details are correct and are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2267&issueid=103 Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2267&issueid=103 The first ever Railway Strategies Supply Chain Conference was a big success for both the organiser and delegates http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2343&issueid=103 Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2343&issueid=103 Our editorial consultant, Mike Timms, recently attended the conference ‘How the Eddington Report will Transform Transport Policy’, organised by the Waterfront Conference Company. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1557&issueid=80 Tue, 22 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1557&issueid=80 Leading figures from the railway industry are lined up to share their best practice secrets at the Railway Strategies Supply Chain Conference http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1574&issueid=80 Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1574&issueid=80 Faber Maunsell is an international, multi-disciplinary consultancy with a reputation for quality, innovation and value who deliver a comprehensive range of transportation and environmental services through a network of 35 office locations across the UK and Europe. Faber Maunsell is part of AECOM Technology Corporation – one of the world's largest providers of professional technical services, responsible for some of the biggest rail projects currently under development. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1590&issueid=80 Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1590&issueid=80 'one' railway, in partnership with Network Rail, has launched a programme of actions aimed at further improving train punctuality across the ‘one’ network http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1645&issueid=80 Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1645&issueid=80 A Wi-Fi HotSpot service is now available on all Heathrow Express trains, enabling internet and email access for the 15,000 passengers that use the service daily. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1646&issueid=80 Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1646&issueid=80 The Department for Transport has announced a package of improvements that includes expanding the Gatwick Express service, building new trains and leasing more carriages to provide more than 12,000 extra seats. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1647&issueid=80 Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1647&issueid=80 GNER has secured international recognition for its green and sustainable working practices, following an independent audit. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1648&issueid=80 Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1648&issueid=80 DeltaRail Group Limited has signed a framework agreement with Northern Rail to work on a variety of technology and engineering support contracts for Northern Rail. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1653&issueid=80 Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1653&issueid=80 A selection of opportunities currently appearing on the Tenders Direct website http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1661&issueid=80 Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1661&issueid=80 Eurostar has launched a climate change plan to make high-speed rail greener still http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1675&issueid=80 Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1675&issueid=80 Arriva London is London's largest bus operator http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1677&issueid=80 Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1677&issueid=80 On the move http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1682&issueid=80 Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1682&issueid=80 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations – such as those to venue or time or eligibility for attendance – are also liable to occur. We have checked the details provided as much as possible, but the editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES cannot guarantee that all the listing details are correct and are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2312&issueid=80 Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2312&issueid=80 The European Transport Conference is to be held in the Netherlands for the first time and will feature the usual mix of policy and research presentations plus social events and networking opportunities. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4150&issueid=80 Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4150&issueid=80 More than 9300 rail industry professionals attended Railtex 07 at ExCeL London. While visitors to the show from the UK predominated, some 700 were from overseas, more than double the figure attending the previous Railtex in Birmingham in 2004. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1154&issueid=55 Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1154&issueid=55 Leading figures from the railway industry are lined up to share their best practice secrets at the Railway Strategies Supply Chain Conference http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1171&issueid=55 Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1171&issueid=55 The Department for Transport has announced the parties that have qualified as Bidders for the Intercity East Coast (ICEC) franchise http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1220&issueid=55 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1220&issueid=55 Grand Central has taken a major step towards the launch of its high-speed passenger train services between London King’s Cross and Sunderland later this year. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1221&issueid=55 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1221&issueid=55 South West Trains’ new franchise began at the beginning of February and passengers have been promised a whole raft of improvements over the next ten years. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1222&issueid=55 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1222&issueid=55 Chiltern Railways has become the first train company in the United Kingdom to sell mobile phone tickets to their passengers following the sale of their first ‘mobile tickets’ to passengers recently. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1223&issueid=55 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1223&issueid=55 Hull Trains has achieved the prestigious Investors in People (IiP) standard. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1224&issueid=55 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1224&issueid=55 EAST Coast train operator GNER is distributing radio-controlled watches to around 1000 of its frontline staff as part of a new drive to get more trains running on time. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1225&issueid=55 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1225&issueid=55 GNER has secured the two extra trains that are required to help introduce 12 additional weekday services between Yorkshire, the East Midlands and London from May. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1226&issueid=55 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1226&issueid=55 Virgin Trains has led Britain’s charge in becoming the fastestgrowing railway in Europe, according to figures published recently. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1227&issueid=55 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1227&issueid=55 Transport Minister Tavish Scott officially opened a new maintenance facility at First ScotRail's award winning Haymarket Depot in Edinburgh on Tuesday 13 February. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1228&issueid=55 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1228&issueid=55 Grand Central has received acceptance of its Safety Case from both Network Rail and Her Majesty's Railway Inspectorate (HMRI), with the Certificate issued on 5th March 2007. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1229&issueid=55 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1229&issueid=55 Passengers on Chiltern Railways’ can now purchase the complete range of Transport for London smartcard products, including Pay-As-You-Go Oyster for the London Underground, at their main London Marylebone station http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1230&issueid=55 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1230&issueid=55 A selection of opportunities currently appearing on the Tenders Direct website http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1244&issueid=55 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1244&issueid=55 With increasing concerns about climate change and the environment, companies are adapting the way they operate. Tube Lines has been developing its environmental credentials and is looking ahead for what is in store over the lifetime of the 30-year PPP contract. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1306&issueid=55 Wed, 02 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1306&issueid=55 First Group has revised its group purchasing strategy and implemented new management objectives to support its supply chain operations http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1308&issueid=55 Wed, 02 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1308&issueid=55 On the move http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1310&issueid=55 Wed, 02 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1310&issueid=55 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations – such as those to venue or time or eligibility for attendance – are also liable to occur. We have checked the details provided as much as possible, but the editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES cannot guarantee that all the listing details are correct and are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1311&issueid=55 Wed, 02 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1311&issueid=55 RHYS GRIFFITHS and GUY BURMAN look at the progress of the Corporate Manslaughter Bill and some of the practical implications for those in the rail industry. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1016&issueid=53 Mon, 23 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1016&issueid=53 Rail Minister Tom Harris will open Railtex 2007 at its new London venue in February. With more than 425 exhibitors taking stands at the show, the move to the capital has been warmly welcomed by the rail industry http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=823&issueid=53 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=823&issueid=53 Guide to RAILTEX exhibitors in this issue A-D http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=829&issueid=53 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=829&issueid=53 Guide to RAILTEX exhibitors in this issue E-I http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=830&issueid=53 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=830&issueid=53 Guide to RAILTEX exhibitors in this issue J - R http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=831&issueid=53 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=831&issueid=53 Guide to exhibitors in this issue S -Z http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=832&issueid=53 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=832&issueid=53 Network Rail announced that John Armitt has declared his intention to retire http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=880&issueid=53 Wed, 18 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=880&issueid=53 The Department for Transport has invited Expressions of Interest to operate services on the InterCity East Coast Mainline http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=899&issueid=53 Wed, 18 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=899&issueid=53 The Department for Transport has reinstated the franchise agreement with Virgin Rail Group http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=900&issueid=53 Wed, 18 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=900&issueid=53 Hull Trains has been named the Best Train Operating Company in the country in an award backed by national disability charity RADAR. The award, which is sponsored by the Association of Train Operating Companies, is a part of RADAR’s annual Human Rights awards. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=901&issueid=53 Wed, 18 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=901&issueid=53 The linking up of the North and East London Railways will be the first step towards an orbital railway for London http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=902&issueid=53 Wed, 18 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=902&issueid=53 First ScotRail scooped a hat trick of top prizes http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=903&issueid=53 Wed, 18 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=903&issueid=53 Virgin Trains will provide ten million extra seats a year to meet rising demand http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=904&issueid=53 Wed, 18 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=904&issueid=53 With over 25 years’ experience in the rail sector, Capita Symonds Rail offers a uniquely comprehensive service – a ‘one stop’ service able to provide a diverse range of professional consultancy disciplines in-house; from project and commercial management to GIS & noise mapping. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=947&issueid=53 Fri, 20 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=947&issueid=53 DeltaRail was formed in September 2006 following the acquisition of AEA Technology’s rail business. Four months on, Phil Holden, director for corporate development at DeltaRail explains what DeltaRail is, and gives some recent examples of what the company does. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=965&issueid=53 Fri, 20 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=965&issueid=53 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations – such as those to venue or time or eligibility for attendance – are also liable to occur. We have checked the details provided as much as possible, but the editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES cannot guarantee that all the listing details are correct and are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1035&issueid=53 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1035&issueid=53 The Light Rapid Transit Forum (LRT) is running its first annual conference http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=585&issueid=48 Wed, 28 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=585&issueid=48 The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced the parties that have qualified as Bidders for the New Cross Country, East Midlands and West Midlands franchises. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=588&issueid=48 Wed, 28 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=588&issueid=48 Stagecoach South Western Trains Limited has been awarded the contract to run the South Western franchise http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=591&issueid=48 Wed, 28 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=591&issueid=48 The announcement last month that Sea Containers had sought protection from its creditors under US bankruptcy laws will have sent more than a few shivers down the spine of train operators in the UK. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=646&issueid=48 Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=646&issueid=48 On the move http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=666&issueid=48 Tue, 03 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=666&issueid=48 London law firm Bircham Dyson Bell is one of the UK's leading firms specialising in the planning, authorisation and procurement of major transport and other infrastructure projects. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1549&issueid=48 Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1549&issueid=48 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations – such as those to venue or mtime or eligibility for attendance – are also liable to occur. We have checked the details provided as much as possible, but the editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES cannot guarantee that all the listing details are correct and are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2313&issueid=48 Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2313&issueid=48 This page shows the sizes and positions of the various adverts available on the website. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7369&issueid=48 Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7369&issueid=48 South West Trains has invested a total of £6.7 million in 259 new ticket vending machines to make buying a ticket as hassle-free as possible http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=747&issueid=51 Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=747&issueid=51 Bangor railway station now has new digital Customer Information Screens, providing up-to-date train running times http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=748&issueid=51 Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=748&issueid=51 Virgin Trains has been named the 52nd biggest company by sales http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=749&issueid=51 Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=749&issueid=51 Rail Minister Derek Twigg, MP officially opened the new £31 million Siemens train maintenance depot at Kings Heath http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=750&issueid=51 Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=750&issueid=51 Network Rail has announced that 20 new possible train 'paths' - ten in each direction - could be accommodated on the East Coast Main Line http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=751&issueid=51 Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=751&issueid=51 Station redevelopment aims will boost passenger safety and accessibility http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=757&issueid=51 Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=757&issueid=51 On the move http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=778&issueid=51 Wed, 11 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=778&issueid=51 GNER has completed work to install wireless internet onboard 21 of its 41 trains - with completion now scheduled for August this year, nine months ahead of the original timescale. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1098&issueid=54 Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1098&issueid=54 The latest technology has arrived at London Marylebone and six other stations, allowing customers to collect pre-bought tickets from automated ticket machines. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1099&issueid=54 Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1099&issueid=54 First ScotRail is installing 700 A3 advertising panels on its city-to-city express trains, linking Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Inverness. Each train has 14 advertising panels and offer direct access to a broad, captive and affluent audience. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1100&issueid=54 Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1100&issueid=54 Serco Docklands began its new franchise at the end of May to operate and maintain the Docklands Light Railway http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1101&issueid=54 Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1101&issueid=54 The Department for Transport (DfT) has invited expressions of interest in the remapped East Midlands, West Midlands and Cross Country passenger rail franchises http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1102&issueid=54 Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1102&issueid=54 First Great Western has started a major project to replace almost two hundred ticket machines used by station staff across its network to improve the service it offers to customers http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1103&issueid=54 Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1103&issueid=54 Network Rail Information Management has awarded a three-year contract to AEA Technology Rail, valued at £850K, to support CCF, the Network Rail Operations Control System http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1113&issueid=54 Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1113&issueid=54 On the move http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1150&issueid=54 Thu, 26 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1150&issueid=54 This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations – such as those to venue or time or eligibility for attendance – are also liable to occur. We have checked the details provided as much as possible, but the editor and publishers of RAILWAY STRATEGIES cannot guarantee that all the listing details are correct and are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1151&issueid=54 Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1151&issueid=54 JULIET REINGOLD and ADAM ATKINSON review the planning process as it applied to the Thameslink Programme and look at the proposals for planning reforms for major transport projects contained in the Eddington Report. http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1243&issueid=54 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.railwaystrategies.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1243&issueid=54