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- Its creation marked a significant achievement in the realm of railway engineering, cutting through challenging terrains, including the hilly Chiltern Hills, with a combination of viaducts, tunnels, and embankments.
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Dec 4, 2021 · Chiltern Railways has been awarded a new six-year contract by the government with a commitment to reduce emissions. The Arriva-owned company will continue running trains between London...
Mar 2, 2021 · Almost 2.5km of railway track is being replaced along the Chiltern main line as the rail industry works together to build back better after the coronavirus pandemic. Network Rail is investing more than £2.2m to renew track in several locations between London Marylebone and Bicester.
Aug 9, 2009 · In the wake of the furore over the planned renationalisation of the East Coast mainline, Chiltern Railways stands out for its willingness to invest in its services and its high score in...
Aug 17, 2023 · The story of the Chiltern Main Line dates back to the 19th century when the railway boom was transforming the way people and goods moved across the country. The line, initially known as the Great Western and Great Central Joint Railway, was intended to connect London with the North of England.
Oct 26, 2011 · August 2011 saw the implementation of the latest series of improvements to the Chiltern Railway’s Marylebone to Birmingham line. Bannered under the name Evergreen 3, this stage is almost the final programme of work to restore the route to its past glories. The line has seen mixed fortunes over time.
Jun 19, 2022 · Britain’s longest-running passenger operator, Chiltern Railways, has been awarded a six-year National Rail Contract (NRC) with a commitment to decarbonisation at its heart. It means the company, now owned by Arriva, will continue its 26-year reign on routes from London Marylebone to Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the West Midlands.
Aug 13, 2024 · UK: As the rail sector braces itself for major institutional change, Chiltern Railways Managing Director Richard Allan is keen to deliver tangible improvements now. Key investment priorities include decarbonising its rolling stock fleet. Tony Miles posed the questions.