Using artificial intelligence to help our furry neighbours
Our railway is home to a variety of plant and animals, including the rare and elusive dormice. Find out how…
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Tackling leaves on the line using Water-Trak
Did you know that leaves on the track can pose a serious safety threat to trains and cause major disruptions…
Bats: our flying commuters
Did you know the railway is a commuting route for bats? Bats follow the landscape using sound rather than sight at…
Making the railway digital – a signal story
You have probably heard that we are bringing the railway into the 21st century. But what does that mean? What…
The Network Rail archive: Capturing our Histories
This Black History Month, we talk to our archivist about a project to record the stories of communities of railway…
Happy Birthday Bristol Temple Meads railway station
Bristol Temple Meads railway station turns 183 years old today. It’s a station absolutely teeming with history and we are…
Why International Women in Engineering Day matters
As an inclusive employer, we’re proud to celebrate International Women in Engineering Day. We promote gender diversity and inclusivity in…
Late May bank holiday works in numbers
Bank holidays are important times for us to carry out major upgrades and regular maintenance. They’re part of our mission…
Liverpool Lime Street’s Eurovision highlights
Our team at Liverpool Lime Street had a great time welcoming you into this city of culture for Eurovision Song…
International Women’s Day: top engineering questions answered
This International Women’s Day, women from the railway and beyond answer some of the internet’s most asked questions about science,…