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Wensleydale Model Railway show to return with heritage diesel engines

A popular model railway show is set to return in May, accompanied by heritage diesel trains on a real-life track. Wensleydale Railway will host the event on May 10 and 11 at Leeming Bar Station. The ...
Electrek

‘UK-first’ intercity battery trial train outperforms diesel

A “UK-first” intercity battery trial train proved that single battery technology can outperform diesel engines cost-effectively. Hitachi Rail, Angel Trains, and TransPennine Express just wrapped up ...
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Hitachi Rail’s UK intercity battery trial surpasses expectations

Angel Trains, Hitachi Rail, and TransPennine Express have successfully concluded the UK’s first intercity battery trial in the North of England. The trial is said to have exceeded expectations, ...
Railway Technology

Hitachi and Eversholt Rail to develop intercity battery hybrid train

The train will use battery power when travelling in and out of stations and surrounding urban areas, leading to improved air quality and reduced noise levels. Credit: Hitachi Rail. Hitachi and ...
Railway Technology

Hitachi tests UK’s first battery converted intercity train

Hitachi Rail, Transpennine Express and Angel Trains have begun a UK first trial testing a battery powered intercity train converted from diesel power. The Nova 1/Class 802 train will be used to ...