British manufacturer delivers first battery shunter to Freightliner

Freightliner in the UK has taken delivery of a brand new shunting and switching locomotive with a difference. It is entirely battery-powered. The designated Class 18 locomotive has been built by the British manufacturer Clayton, which has a long history of involvement in the UK railway industry. The locomotive has been financed by rolling stock…

Scotland’s Russell Group acquires Freightliner Coatbridge

Glasgow-headquartered Russell Group, also known by variations on the founder’s name, John G. Russell, has bought over the Coatbridge Rail Terminal, currently operated by Freightliner. Insiders have been expecting the move for some time, and the acquisition has been a long-held ambition of the company. Russell Group say the move strengthens their commitment to sustainable…

Scotland’s Russell Group acquires Freightliner Coatbridge

Glasgow-headquartered Russell Group, also known by variations on the founder’s name, John G. Russell, has bought over the Coatbridge Rail Terminal, currently operated by Freightliner. Insiders have been expecting the move for some time, and the acquisition has been a long-held ambition of the company. Russell Group say the move strengthens their commitment to sustainable…

May rail tours have a “Star Wars” theme

Branch Line Society adopts Star Wars theme for rail tours.

May rail tours have a “Star Wars” theme

Branch Line Society adopts Star Wars theme for rail tours.

May rail tours have a “Star Wars” theme

Branch Line Society adopts Star Wars theme for rail tours.

May rail tours have a “Star Wars” theme

Branch Line Society adopts Star Wars theme for rail tours.

May rail tours have a “Star Wars” theme

Branch Line Society adopts Star Wars theme for rail tours.