HS2 Old Oak Common Station receives planning approval
HS2's west-London super hub will be the largest newly-built railway station in the UK, with a mix of high-speed and conventional service platforms.
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Crossrail confirms central section of Elizabeth line to open in summer 2021
In its latest update on progress to complete the Elizabeth line, Crossrail Ltd has confirmed that it plans to open the central section between Paddington and Abbey Wood in summer 2021.
New campaign suggests lack of investment is holding the north of England back
New campaign, Connecting Britain, backed by business and political leaders, says a green light on HS2 and Northern Powerhouse Rail is critical to the long-term success of the north of the UK.
Final Crossrail west London station upgrade contracts awarded
Network Rail has confirmed the award of contracts for construction of the new or enhanced ticket halls at Southall, Hayes & Harlington, West Drayton, Ealing Broadway, West Ealing and Acton Main Line stations.
The London Assembly responds to NAO report on Crossrail
The London Assembly has responded to findings that a fixation on December 2018 for completion and a mismanagement of the Crossrail project are what has lead to delay after delay in the launch of HS2.
Crossrail reveals plans for completion of the Elizabeth line
New leadership team outlines new plan to put Crossrail project back on track with robust and realistic plan which follows a detailed audit of the programme.
L.B. Foster to launch new innovations at Railtex 2019
L.B. Foster Europe will return to Railtex for the first time since 2015 to launch its new, end-to-end track management and performance monitoring solutions, integrating conventional rail products with intelligent, always-on, digital technologies to improve performance, deliver cost efficiencies and enhance safety.
RIA urges policymakers to press ahead with Crossrail 2 decision
Despite delays to Crossrail 1, policymakers are urged not to delay decisions on moving forward with future projects such as Crossrail 2.
London Underground’s Mark Wild to be new Crossrail Chief Executive
Transport for London (TfL) and Crossrail Ltd have announced that Mark Wild will join Crossrail Ltd as Chief Executive from Monday 19 November 2018, taking over from Simon Wright.
New images highlight the progress of London’s Elizabeth line
The Crossrail project, delivered by Crossrail Limited and jointly sponsored by the Department for Transport and Transport for London, is expected to transform the network’s journeys throughout the capital city's centre...
Crossrail Chief Executive, Andrew Wolstenholme, to step down
Simon Wright will combine the roles of Programme Director and Chief Executive, ensuring the remaining phase of Crossrail’s work is completed accurately…
Elizabeth line train makes successful first run across south east London
The new train was the first to be driven from Abbey Wood. It entered the new tunnels at Plumstead Portal and travelled under the Thames heading for Connaught Tunnel before returning to Abbey Wood station.
Benefits from Elizabeth line exceed predictions
The Elizabeth line is now expected to bring colossal benefits to the surrounding areas, including more jobs, new business hubs and increased property values…
Permanent track installation is now complete on the Elizabeth line
A significant milestone has been marked with the official completion of the permanent track for the Elizabeth line.
Over 1.5 kilometres of escalators now installed at Elizabeth line stations
New timelapse footage and photos released by Crossrail highlight the current progress of escalator installations at the Elizabeth line stations.