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Clear communications carry the day

Our rail network is kept running safely by many talented teams and individuals who don’t often get the praise they deserve. The Digital Railway...

A social media Samaritan

The Samaritans Lifesaver Award, recognises workers who have used all their communication skills and training to help protect a life on the rails. Megan...

Mark Fielding-Smith rides the route to success

Mark Fielding-Smith of AtkinsRéalis is a force of nature when it comes to charitable work and raising money for causes close to his heart....

Compassion, professionalism, and great customer service

Outstanding customer service is at the heart of any successful company. Clients return to companies which surpass their expectations. They also spread the good...

The lifeblood of the industry

The Transport Benevolent Fund CIO (TBF), stepped up once again this year to sponsor the Station Staff of the Year Award. The non-profit-making membership charity...

Depot & Freight Staff superstars

The Depot & Freight Staff Award rewards those who are amazing at their job in or around the depot or within the freight sector....

Talent spotters celebrated

Network Rail’s Erin Gray had cause to celebrate at this year’s RailStaff Awards, taking home the prize for Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Person or...

Supporting the learning journey

Learning and development is a critical part of life in any industry. All new employees need training, not just to do their jobs but...

Healthier and happier lives

The health and wellbeing of employees is a critical concern for the rail industry. Physical and mental health problems can have the same devastating...

Celebrating safety superheroes

The safety of customers and staff is a number one priority, and the Safety Person or Team Awardrecognises the people who strive to ensure...

Shouldering the responsibility

Making the network run smoothly is everyone’s responsibility, but the onus of meeting budgets and deadlines falls on the shoulder of Managers. It can...

An equality, diversity & inclusion hero

Like many others, the rail industry is still getting to grips with including and representing society’s wide array of cultures, ethnicities, genders, sexualities. This...

Forging a path to a greener future

The Sustainability & Net Zero Person or Team Award celebrates those who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the environment, climate action, and achieving...

An exceptional contribution

Each year, the RailStaff Awards honours the extraordinary individuals of the rail industry, but one award goes to those who have made an exceptional...

A life’s work recognised

One of the RailStaff Awards’ most prestigious prizes is the Lifetime Achievement Award which honours those who’ve dedicated their lives to the railway. It...

RailStaff Awards 2023: The finalists

It has been another huge year for the RailStaff Awards, with submissions for the ceremony’s 18 categories covering every role imaginable, and a record...

Lucy McAuliffe to run the railway in Sussex

Network Rail’s Southern region has appointed Lucy McAuliffe as its permanent Sussex route director to lead the operation of one of the busiest rail...

Stuart Browing to lead c2c’s new Safety, Sustainability and Compliance department

Rail operator c2c has created a new Safety, Sustainability and Compliance department, with Stuart Browning appointed to lead the new function.  Formerly the firm’s head...