The pioneering "UK-first" trial of the battery-powered intercity train was a success. It shows how advanced battery technology can outperform diesel engines in terms of saving loads of cash and saving ...

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 ...

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 ...

Train operator says passenger demand will still be met as it trims summer timetable at government’s behest ...

20-year-old refurbished trains will replace 50-year-old fleet ScotRail has confirmed second-hand diesel trains will replace its ageing High Speed Train (HST) fleet on inter-city routes from the end of ...

The retro train will be heading to Greater Manchester ...

Rail passengers face disruption across the first weekend of November as two key stretches of intercity line are closed for engineering work. The East Coast Main Line will be closed in Yorkshire ...

Train travel across the UK is set to see some major changes this year - from wind turbines next to tracks to a brand new ...

Siemens said that only 20-30% of the network would need to be electrified to use battery bi-mode trains. Credit: Siemens Mobility Siemens Mobility has claimed that battery technology should mean ...