Environmental change is at the forefront of everybody’s minds, especially now that we feel its effects. In recent years, the rail industry has seen the impact of extreme weather events on its network and is working harder than ever to build resilience and minimise carbon emissions.
The Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Person or Team category of the RailStaff Awards celebrates those who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to driving positive change in the realm of sustainability, climate action, and achieving net-zero impact. It rewards individuals and teams who have taken extraordinary steps to reshape practices, policies, and perspectives, forging a path toward a greener, brighter future.
This year, the award is sponsored by Carlisle Support Services, a leading supplier of integrated support services across the rail industry. The organisation offers security, cleaning, events, retail merchandising, and vegetation services across the UK, partnering with clients to deliver sustainable service innovations and operating efficiencies.
Carlisle Support Services is no stranger to the RailStaff Awards. In 2023, employee Joana Amoh who works on the Arriva Rail London (ARL) security contract, was honoured with the Rail Person of the Year Award. During her time with the company, Joana has faced many challenges, reunited countless passengers with misplaced items, and, more remarkably, saved the lives of three people. She couldn’t have been a more deserving winner.
“I feel so honoured to win this award, and I’m so grateful,” said Joana on the night. “I’d like to thank my managers at ARL, everyone behind the RailStaff Awards, and Carlisle Support Services.”
At the same event last year, the Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Award was taken home by Green Travel Pledge, a Rail Delivery Group (RDG) initiative to provide detailed, accurate, and reliable carbon emissions data at the point of sale. RDG aims to empower businesses and business travellers to choose rail as a green option over more polluting methods, and its team has worked tirelessly to create an industry benchmark for carbon measurement of business journeys by rail.
Now, more than ever, it is critical that all industries do their part to tackle today’s environmental challenges, with rail playing a vital part in this by supporting sustainable economic growth while helping the Government to meet ambitious zero-carbon targets.
The Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Award honours those who strive to ensure the network is green, resilient to environmental change, and provides excellent service well into the future. The RailStaff Awards thanks Carlisle Support Services for its support.
“We couldn’t be prouder to sponsor this award,” said Carlisle’s director of rail strategy, Steve Cere. “Our commitment to sustainable practices aligns with recognising those driving environmental responsibility in the rail industry.
“This sponsorship honours not only the innovators but also the many frontline workers who contribute daily to a greener future. Their dedication and efforts set a benchmark for excellence in sustainable development, inspiring us and the entire industry to strive for a more sustainable tomorrow.”
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