A blow for privatisation in the battle for British railways
As Transpennine Express is taken under government control, we ask: is renationalising more UK trains a viable strategy?k
02 June 2023
02 June 2023
As Transpennine Express is taken under government control, we ask: is renationalising more UK trains a viable strategy?k
The contract, which includes Sumitomo Corporation, will now run until July 2025.
Europe's Rail Joint Undertaking and RailNetEurope establish their partnership and show their dedication to a comprehensive, high-capacity European railway network.
The company has provided maintenance for the trains since 2006 and has now extended its services until at least 2031.
This partnership intends to revolutionise the rail industry through developing cutting-edge, high-performance and ecologically sustainable products on a worldwide scale.
The company announced that the project will move into the dynamic testing stage after static testing of the new tech was completed on a Class 387/1 train.
The first line of the new metro will include 19 underground stations and stretch 21 km after its completion in 8 years.
The investment will include a third platform at Salford Crescent station as well as overall track improvements in the area.
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