An IPO of the national treasure has been an ambition for a decade but risks facing a shift in shareholder priorities
Private equity firm invests €1bn in start-up set to challenge SNCF on intercity routes
Companies are exploring rival operations to run trains through the Channel Tunnel
Repurposing railways for solar energy transportation is one way to address the energy challenge
Party’s plans to renationalise network set up potential clash with UK capital mayor
Promises of overhaul hampered by legislative delays and interdepartmental rows, finds public accounts committee
National Infrastructure Commission warns ‘window is closing’ for ministers to ensure alternative rail capacity is built
Operator wants to open new routes from London and increase fleet by a third
Government readies £1bn injection even though prime minister said last year private sector would cover Euston costs
Alan Shaw keeps his job after investor Ancora led campaign focused on cost cuts at US group
Before investors give the French group much more credit, they will want to see evidence that it can avoid nasty shocks
French group in talks with UK government over salvaging Derby factory says its free cash flow is set to improve
£1bn injection would end uncertainty over whether railway line will reach its planned central London terminus at Euston
Walkouts by Aslef union over pay expected to cause significant disruption to services
Freightliner boss says cargo operators must have robust rights to track access to ensure future growth
Getlink chief puts forward €50mn pot for companies considering launching rivals to Eurostar
Rail Delivery Group proposes informal discussions to try to end nearly two years of disruption
Humza Yousaf battles for political survival, plus where rail privatisation veered off track
Party has no proposals for state involvement in companies that own trains
Opposition says it will roll out reforms within first term if it wins UK general election
National Express owner says Helen Cowing will replace James Stamp as it publishes 36% drop in annual profits
French manufacturer nears deal with British government that could prevent job losses at Derby factory
Link to London suffers sustained delays, cancellations, slashed timetables, overcrowding and poor customer service
An effective railway network relies on co-ordination, long-term planning and innovation
Jobs at risk in historic manufacturing hubs as government fails to bridge gaps in rolling stock orders
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