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Achievement of a lifetime

Thousands of people have people served the railway faithfully throughout their entire career and it’s not uncommon to find staff who’ve given 30, 40,...

Extraordinary ambassadors

New to the RailStaff Awards in 2024 was a very special prize. Awarded in honour of Tom O’Connor, founder of Rail Media and visionary behind...

Amazing apprentices awarded

Apprenticeships offer an amazing pathway for learners from all walks of life to gain the skills and knowledge needed to build great careers in...

Graduating with honours

Graduates bring fresh energy, diverse perspectives, and cutting-edge knowledge, all of which are essential to driving the future of rail. The RailStaff Awards celebrate...

Safely home every day

The rail industry is united in wanting to keep our network one of the safest in the world. The safety of customers and staff...

Health and wellbeing heroes

The physical and mental health of all employees is crucial to the smooth running of the rail network – they are the backbone of...

Rail engineers – the people behind the projects

The Rail Engineer of the Year award is one of the most prestigious honours at the RailStaff Awards, honouring the expertise and vision displayed...

Rail managers get the recognition they deserve

Managers in the Rail Industry face a unique set of challenges. Everybody plays a part in making the network run smoothly, but managers bear...

Empowering others through learning

Beyond initial training, career development is crucial to keep staff interested and make them feel appreciated. Employees expect the opportunity to grow and tackle...

Station staff superstars

The Station Staff Person or Team Award celebrates hard working, respected, and well-loved staff who improve the experience of colleagues and customers. Once again,...

Putting the customer first

Exceptional customer service is the cornerstone of any successful business. Happy customers come back time and again for further business and share their experience...

Applauding the stars of inclusivity

As the rail industry gets to grips with representing the wide array of cultures, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, and abilities represented in today’s workplace, the...

HR & Recruitment receives much-deserved recognition

As the demand for diverse skills continues to grow, railway companies recognise the importance of staying up to date with the latest employment laws,...

Striving for a sustainable future

The Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Person or Team Award recognises individuals or teams who have shown exceptional dedication to environmental stewardship, climate action, and...

Lifesavers rewarded at the RailStaff Awards

The nominees for each and every category in the RailStaff Awards are real heroes, but only those honoured with the Lifesaver Award can say...

Embracing the Spirit of Christmas: Railway Carol Services Spread Joy Across the Industry

The past few years have brought challenges that tested resilience and community spirit. This Christmas season, the railway industry is inviting everyone to step...

Honouring those who keep the wheels rolling

Whether tackling logistical or transport challenges or managing tricky situations and incidents, the staff who work with rolling stock, in freight, or at depot’s...

RailStaff Awards reward innovative thinking

Whether it’s for groundbreaking inventions, transformative processes, or revolutionary solutions, winners of the Innovation & Technology Award are celebrated for pushing the envelope and...