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Controversial HS2 burial site dig at London Euston begins
Some 45,000 skeletons are being removed to make way for a new station terminus.
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A fleet of multibillion-pound high-speed trains has been delayed after experiencing technical problems.
‘Fewer direct trains’ to Scotland due to King’s Cross disruption Read more at: https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/transport/fewer-direct-trains-to-scotland-due-to-king-s-cross-disruption-1-4820082
LNER passengers between Scotland and London could face months of weekend disruption next year during major work at King’s Cross station.
The 26-30 Railcard will be rolled out nationwide by the end of this year
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Friday, 26 October 2018
BBC News
- Landslip road near Merthyr to be closed for 4 monthsMotorists face months of disruption due to the slip caused by Storm Callum.
- Major work on Forth Road Bridge to beginThe project will see all of the bridge's main expansion joints replaced over the course of the next 12 months.
- Newry car park almost empty as cars park on roadWhen the BBC visited last week 15 cars were parked in the new facility and 39 parked along the road.
- Plea to Manchester United and City bosses over traffic 'chaos'Mayor Andy Burnham calls on Mourinho and Guardiola to support plans to bust congestion.
- Controversial HS2 burial site dig at London Euston beginsSome 45,000 skeletons are being removed to make way for a new station terminus.
- London Underground commuters fainting at 'alarming levels'Since 2016, 825 people have fainted or felt faint while travelling on the Tube between 08:00 and 08:59.
- Tesla delivers 'historic' $311m profitElon Musk's electric car maker reports only the third quarterly profit in its 15-year history.
- Four million millennials can get new railcardFor the first time the card will be digital-only, meaning passengers will need access to a smartphone.
The Guardian
- 'Story of a nation': HS2 archaeological dig begins in UK's biggest excavation Archaeologists on the HS2 rail link between London and Birmingham have begun work on the UK’s biggest ever excavation, cutting an “unprecedented” slice through 10,000 years of British history.
Times Online
- Tesla plugs European launch for Model 3 [Subscription]America’s most valuable car manufacturer has said the hugely successful, cheaper model of its electric car should be coming to the UK by the middle of next year as the chief executive added that it will soon launch a rival to Uber.
- Norwegian admits rising oil price is making life tough [Subscription]The rising oil price and the cost of compensating passengers affected by planes being taken out of commission because of faulty engines has cut profits at Norwegian Air Shuttle.
- Bridge heads for A‑list of national landmarks [Subscription]One of Scotland’s most distinctive bridges is set to join national monuments on a list of protected landmarks.
- We are sorry to announce our new trains will be late [Subscription]A fleet of multibillion-pound high-speed trains has been delayed after experiencing technical problems.
Reuters News
- UK car production slumps in SeptemberBritish car output fell by 16.8 percent last month, hit by new emissions regulations, model changes, trade tensions and uncertainty over diesel policy and Brexit, an industry body said on Thursday.
- BA says a further 185,000 payment cards possibly hit in cyber attackInternational Airlines Group said an investigation into the theft of customers' data at its British Airways unit showed hackers may have stolen the personal information of a further 185,000 customers.
Mail Online
- British Airways admit a further 185,000 customers may have had their personal details compromised in cyber attackBritish Airways owner IAG has said that 185,000 further customers may have had their personal details compromised during a cyber attack.
Edinburgh Evening News
- Forth Road Bridge to have worn-out joints replaced in year-long work Read more at: https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/forth-road-bridge-to-have-worn-out-joints-replaced-in-year-long-work-1-4819665WORN-out joints on the Forth Road Bridge are to be replaced in a year-long programme costing £5.9m.
- ‘Fewer direct trains’ to Scotland due to King’s Cross disruption Read more at: https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/transport/fewer-direct-trains-to-scotland-due-to-king-s-cross-disruption-1-4820082LNER passengers between Scotland and London could face months of weekend disruption next year during major work at King’s Cross station.
Liverpool Echo
- Liverpool's buses could soon be faster, cheaper and simpler - here's how to have YOUR sayMetro Mayor Steve Rotheram launched his Big Bus Debate on Friday
London Evening Standard
- Revealed: the worst London Underground Tube lines for pickpockets and thievesThe Central and Piccadilly lines are the worst on the London Underground for pickpocketing and theft offences, police figures show.
- Four injured as tram-train smashes into lorry in SheffieldA
- Many dead as school bus swept away near Dead Sea in Jordan At least 18 people, mainly schoolchildren and teachers, have died after flash floods swept away a school bus near the Dead Sea in Jordan.
- The 26-30 Railcard will be rolled out nationwide by the end of this yearCheap train fares? Yes, please
East Anglian Daily Times
- Why Ipswich needs better priority for road repairs revealedIpswich’s position as a key town in Suffolk for leisure and retail means better road maintenance is vital, it has been claimed.
- ‘Emergency closure’ of Ipswich road for urgent road repairsA town centre road is to be shut in an emergency today (Friday, October 31) so that urgent roadworks can be carried out.
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
- Second Teesport rail link provides further trade connection for ScotlandPD Ports has launched a second rail service connecting Teesport direct with Scotland opening up further opportunities to connect global importers and exporters with the north of the UK.
- Bristol mayor Marvin Rees plans to boost bus travelPlans to double the frequency of buses on main routes and passenger numbers have been announced by Bristol's mayor.
- UK hauliers operating in EU countries may require new paperwork following EU ExitThe Government’s ambition in negotiations with the EU is to reach an agreement which maintains the existing liberal access for commercial hauliers. This would benefit both sides and allow UK hauliers to continue to operate as they do today.
Coach and Bus Week
- Lothiancountry plans three-stage expansionLothiancountry have today, 19 October, announced a further expansion of their network in West Lothian from the start of December.
- Vantage hits record number of passengersVantage bus has reported its highest number of passengers travelling on the service, which has reached 62,700.
- Abellio installs collision-avoidance technologyAbellio London has launched a major trial of safety technology aimed at reducing collisions with cyclists, motorcycles, pedestrians and other vehicles.
- Making the 'right investment' will help raise bus patronageNew study highlights the ‘strong challenges’ the bus industry face
- AOS midicoach to come to UK via Harris AutoAgreement reached with Anadolu Isuzu that will see 9m Visigo become first model to arrive here soon
- Comprehensive’ bus patronage report published by CPTThe Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) has published a 36-page report into bus patronage trends, which it says, ‘will be remembered as one of the most significant additions to industry knowledge this decade.’
- ‘Exciting times’ at Reading Buses, says CEORobert Williams, new CEO of Reading Buses, has said that it’s an ‘exciting time’ to be joining the company – and is confident it has a ‘bright future.’
- Stagecoach West expanding its operating areaStagecoach West has seen major expansion in recent years. Managing Director Rupert Cox, who has risen through the ranks of the bus industry, talks to Richard Sharman about the operation
- Office of Traffic Commissioner calls for operators to keep track of their licence discsThe Office of the Traffic Commissioner (OTC) has published a warning to operators, reminding them to keep track of their licence discs – particularly when they sell a vehicle or don’t run one for an extended period.
- Strong summer for National Express sees revenues and profits increaseNational Express Group has provided a trading update for the period from 1 July 2018 to 30 September 2018.
- Charging forwardsClaire Phillips, Sales Director at Alfatronix, outlines to John Lewis how the company is keeping pace with the latest technology, consistently refining and redeveloping its range
- Covering all basesVolvo Bus UK & Ireland Commercial Sales Director, Phil Owen, has outlined the manufacturer’s multifaceted product strategy going forward to maintain and develop its business. Andy Izatt details what he had to say
- Alexander Dennis secures Berlin Enviro500 contractThe framework contract from BVG is for a minimum of 70 buses, though up to 430 could be ordered to a value of £194m
- Volvo upbeat and innovatingFaced with the most depressed bus and coach market for years, Volvo Bus has unveiled a much broadened, multifaceted product line-up to help maintain and grow its business
Rail Technology Magazine
- London Assembly transport chair: Sadiq Khan may want 'fresh management' to restore confidence in CrossrailCrossrail management are using their hearts rather than their heads when making decisions for the project, and the London mayor may bring in “fresh management” to restore confidence, the chair of the London Assembly’s transport committee has said. In an interview with RTM...
- UK's first ever 'tram train' launches in South Yorkshire The UK’s first ever operational ‘tram train’ running between Sheffield and Rotherham has been launched today, with the scheme almost three years late and five times overbudget. Jo Johnson and Sheffield City Region mayor Dan Jarvis launched the pilot project aiming to...
- New tram-train collides with lorry in Sheffield on the day of launchOne of the UK’s first ever ‘tram-trains’ has derailed on the day of its launch after colliding with a lorry in Sheffield. Police are currently investigating the collision, who said in a statement that at this time no-one is thought to be seriously injured and Stagecoach have...
Aviation Industry
- Safran: CFM on track to hit LEAP delivery year-end target French aerospace firm Safran has confirmed CFM International’s target of handing over 1,100 LEAP engines for Airbus and Boeing narrowbodies in 2018, emphasizing it is gradually bringing delivery delays down to zero. read more
- South African Airlines to receive another government bailoutSouth African Airways (SAA) is in line for another government bailout as part of a restructuring initiative aimed at restoring profitability by 2020-21. More cash is also in the works for regional carrier SA Express. read more
- LOT cancels flights, fires workers as week-long crew strike continues Warsaw-based LOT Polish Airlines is canceling flights this week as crew members strike to protest layoffs, demand better pay and working conditions. read more
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