Rail Freight Group has today (18 Jan) launched a new Cross-Member Mentoring Scheme that aims to help develop rail freight skills across the sector, and support individuals with their own personal development. The new programme, which will run through 2023, is open to anyone working in an RFG member company. Mentees will be matched with […]
We are delighted to announce the launch of our new cross-member mentoring programme. This programme will be led by experienced mentoring consultant Deanne Logan, and aims to bring mentors and mentees together from across the breadth of our membership, helping individuals to develop new skills whilst also expanding knowledge of the many different areas of […]
Kevin Foster MP, Minister of State for Transport, emphasized the huge opportunities for rail freight when he addressed the Annual RFG Conference on 5 October 2022 “as driving economic growth and decarbonisation which are the two priorities for government.” His presentation via video set the tone for the 30th anniversary of the conference, organised by […]
The rapid increase in digitalisation presents new challenges in keeping systems and data secure. At a recent RFG webinar, three presenters discussed how their companies can help the rail industry improve security and safety of online data. Emma Taylor of Razorsecure presented the output of a DfT-funded Digital Maintenance innovation project designing a software-based secure […]
The new Great British Railways will be required to set and meet targets for the growth of rail freight in the future – and the transition team is seeking input from the rail freight community. During this webinar (on 6 September 2022), members of GBRTT introduced the Call for Evidence on the development of the […]
The construction industry is committed to working towards net-zero carbon emissions and using rail freight to transport materials (eg limestone, cement, sand and granite) is a vital part of that strategy. To ensure the use of rail freight services can grow in Birmingham and the West Midlands, MPA (Mineral Products Association) and RFG (Rail Freight […]
There are many opportunities for the rail freight sector to be involved in the new Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) being established on the Nant Helen site in South Wales, according to Chief Executive Simon Jones. He explained at the RFG webinar ‘Rail freight in Wales” that the new site, to be fully operational […]
RSSB’s recent cross-industry mental health survey revealed some hard hitting statistics, with anxiety amongst railway industry employees 1.5 times the national rate, and over twice the rate of PTSD. Almost 40% of all respondents for the freight sector reported a mental health issue which they felt was a direct result of work, yet the […]
We are excited to announce that the annual Rail Freight Group Conference returns on 5 October for its 30th year. This essential conference will explore how to maximise the growth opportunities for the industry, exploring key areas including growth through construction and the development of strategic rail freight interchanges. Join senior thought leaders to discuss […]
The Rail Standards and Safety Board (RSSB) carried out a cross-industry study to understand the emissions of air pollutants at rail depots and their impact on the local air quality, and to develop best practice for the rail industry. The webinar (on 3 February 2022) hosted by the RSSB in conjunction with the RFG, laid […]
