“They only produce 1% of transport climate emissions,” states Silviya Barrett from Campaign for Better Transport. “The ...

A “UK-first” intercity battery trial train proved that single battery technology can outperform diesel engines cost-effectively. Hitachi Rail, Angel Trains, and TransPennine Express just wrapped up ...

As the rail industry hits its 200th anniversary, the sector embraces small technological changes to promote its recovery ...

Hitachi Rail, Transpennine Express and Angel Trains have begun a UK first trial testing a battery powered intercity train converted from diesel power. The Nova 1/Class 802 train will be used to ...

Heritage rail firm Pathfinder Railtours is to run its last trains this year with the retirement of boss Barry Cordell. The business, based in Stroud, Gloucestershire, started more than 50 years ago ...

After more than 50 years of steam, diesel and electric adventures across the UK, one of the country’s most iconic special rail companies is about to make its final stop.

As Britain celebrates 200 years of the modern railway, discover the world's oldest track or become a steam train driver for a day Surprisingly, the weather 200 years ago obliged, with the Durham ...