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Work to remove diesel affected soils from the Llangennech fuel spill site has begun

Three months on from the Llangennech freight train fire, remediation work to remove and replace 12,000 cubic metres of diesel contaminated soil around the site has begun.

Passengers in Wales urged to check before they travel ahead of new timetable and Christmas upgrades

Passenger in Wales are being urged to check before they travel as a new timetable comes into effect this weekend with vital upgrades to the railway also taking place in the Cardiff area over the festive period

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Network Rail raises awareness of the dangers of trespassing on the railway in South Wales in the run up to Christmas

Nov 27, 2020

Starting this Saturday at Bridgend station and ending at Porthcawl in December, Network Rail will host a series of rail safety activities across South Wales including distanced street performances, theatre education and rail safety quizzes....

Network Rail reveals Wales and Borders’ most bashed bridge ahead of annual peak in incidents

Nov 16, 2020

Trafle Mill underbridge in Gowerton, Swansea, has been hit by lorries, buses and other large vehicles 33 times over the past ten years, causing unnecessary delays for passengers and road users, as well as safety...

New road-to-rail vehicle to help firefighters and ambulance crews reach Severn Tunnel emergencies

Nov 12, 2020

Network Rail developed and funded the multi-agency vehicle before officially handing it over to the emergency services on 12 November and it will now be housed at Maindee fire station, Newport. The 7.25 tonne Mitsubishi...

First stage of Barmouth Viaduct’s biggest restoration is complete

Nov 4, 2020

The viaduct, which is a vital transport link for North West Wales, had the first phase of its work extended by 48 hours to allow more work to be carried out while passenger numbers are...

Central section of Heart of Wales line handed back after huge storm recovery effort

Nov 2, 2020

Storm Francis battered the line causing multiple landslips and washouts with an estimated 3,000 tonnes of cuttings, embankments and track being damaged while ballast, the stones that support the track, was washed away by flooding...

Network Rail to accelerate Barmouth viaduct restoration by extending works during lockdown

Oct 27, 2020

The work, which will protect the well-loved bridge for generations and maintain its magnificent appearance, has been carefully planned for it to take place over three years, with three shorter full closures of the viaduct,...

South West Wales sees an increase in level crossing misuse

Oct 26, 2020

Three level crossings: Beavers Hill; Llanion; and Manorbier Newton; have seen a total of 7 incidents; six of these were reported as near misses while Llanion saw a car driving into the side of a...

Rail industry in Wales investing in new technology for autumn

Oct 15, 2020

The autumn season is a challenging time for the rail industry throughout the UK as a result of poor weather conditions which can damage track and trains, reducing the number of services available. By working...
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