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Rail is a British biweekly magazine focused on the railway industry, rail transport and train travel across the UK. First published in 1981, it provides in-depth coverage of railway operations, infrastructure developments and industry news, making it a trusted source for both professionals and rail enthusiasts. The magazine is known for its detailed reporting and expert analysis, covering topics such as rolling stock, engineering projects, rail policy and network upgrades. It also features interviews with industry leaders, operators and engineers, offering insight into the challenges and innovations shaping modern rail transport. Alongside industry-focused journalism, Rail includes features on historic railways, future technology and major transport initiatives, creating a broad and informative reading experience. Its combination of technical expertise and accessible reporting appeals to readers with both professional and personal interests in railways. Available on PressReader, Rail magazine delivers authoritative industry coverage, expert insight and comprehensive reporting from the world of rail transport.
IT’S hard to explain the scale of InnoTrans if you’ve never been to the Messe Berlin, where RAIL went last month for this issue’s special report (starting page 24). The UK couldn’t accommodate this size of indoor show, as there’s no venue that’s...
Andy Comfort meets a rail enthusiast whose apprenticeship led to a manager’s role at Angel Trains. Thomas the Tank Engine and friends might well be responsible for launching a few railway careers. Take Jack Plumb, for example. From enjoying...
Network Rail stores millions of documents in an unassuming Yorkshire warehouse, as Peter Plisner finds out. It’s a treasure trove of maps, drawings and deeds dating back to the beginning of the railways and beyond. The Network Rail...
New freight locomotive? Siemens looking to bring Vectron X to the UK market. SIEMENS Mobility is exploring entering the UK freight traction market as it plans to introduce its new Vectron X locomotive. The X is the newest iteration...
Reaction to long-awaited GBR Rolling Stock and Infrastructure Strategy. WHOLE-LIFE and whole-system costs will help Great British Railways (GBR) decide if any future train fleets should be publicly owned. The government said it would explore...
