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Railway Mission welcomes Emmanuel Egila as its new Waterloo-based Railway Chaplain

Railway Mission is delighted to welcome Emmanuel Egila as its new railway chaplain supporting colleagues across the Southwest Rail network, based out of London Waterloo. Emmanuel succeeds...

Mark Hopwood Joins TBF as Patron

It has been announced that Mark Hopwood CBE, Managing Director of GWR, has become a Patron of the Transport Benevolent Fund CIO, known as...

People at the heart of the railway

There are moments when the railway family comes together not to celebrate success or innovation, but to support one another through tragedy. The collision...

After Bedford: supporting the railway family

The railway industry remains in shock following the tragic train collision near Bedford on 19 June. As investigators work to establish the cause of...

ABM brings global expertise to the UK

For a company operating at the scale of ABM, expansion into new markets is nothing new. One of the world's largest providers of facilities,...

Recognising the value of SMEs

Small businesses are critical to delivering the country’s big infrastructure projects. Andy Ridout, founder and Group Managing Director of Advance TRS, explains more. Having spent...

UK Rail makes its mark

More than 3,000 rail professionals descended on Birmingham as UK Rail 2026 made its debut. Organised by global events company Terrapinn, UK Rail 2026 brought...

Engineering change

From data systems to fleet modernisation, two rail engineers are challenging stereotypes and showcasing the diverse opportunities engineering offers. As the industry marked International Women...

The Jewish Rail Network on the move

The UK rail industry, with an estimated workforce of 240,000, is celebrated for its diversity and its vital role in connecting people and places...

Opening doors for all abilities

A pioneering internship scheme is opening doors for young people with special educational needs and creating pathways into employment. For many young people with special...

Muslims in Rail: safety and confidence matter to everyone

Nasir Khan, MBE Railways connect millions of people every day. Passengers rightly expect to travel safely, be treated respectfully, and feel confident using the network...

People matter most in railway safety

Colin Wheeler Artificial Intelligence is increasingly being promoted as a tool that could transform railway safety and performance. But while new technology undoubtedly has a...

RailStaff Awards: celebrating excellence across the industry

Thousands work across Britain's railway each and every day to keep passengers and freight moving safely and reliably. From drivers to engineers, station staff...

Young Rail Professionals: all change at the top

Say hello to the new CEO of Young Rail Professionals, as he outlines his plans for the next 12 months. Hi, I’m Richard Harmer -...

People Moves – May-June 2026

The rail industry never stands still, and neither do the people driving it forward. RailStaff rounds up the latest appointments, promotions, and career moves...

Railway family responds to fatal Bedford collision

The railway industry is mourning the loss of East Midlands Railway (EMR) driver Shaun Burton following the tragic train collision near Bedford on Friday...

Much more than infrastructure

There’s a familiar rhythm to the railway. The steady movement of people, the precision of operations, the constant balancing act between performance, safety, and...

Taking pride in our work

Colin Wheeler As the railway returns to public possession, there is an opportunity to rekindle a culture of pride and responsibility across the industry. This...