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Ep 28. Creating opportunities in rail through apprenticeships, Neil Robertson

February 10, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MB

On Episode 28 of RTM's Track Talk podcast, host Matt Roberts is joined by Neil Robertson, Chief Executive of the National Skills Academy for Rail (NSAR) for an honest conversation around the challenges facing the rail industry, how we can create new opportunities in the sector - particularly through apprenticeships, both for new arrivals to rail and those already in the industry - and how NSAR is involved with delivering this work, as we look to bolster and futureproof our workforce...

Ep 27. Sustainability opportunities & standardisation in rail, Chris Griffiths

October 04, 2021 09:58 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MB

On Episode 27 of RTM's Track Talk, host Matt Roberts is joined by Chris Griffiths, Head of Product Sustainability at Marshalls to discuss the opportunities to improve sustainability around our railway stations, the need for standardisation of sustainability metrics to allow for better industry comparisons and what the next steps of the conversation around climate change must be: adaptation.

Ep 26. Improving passenger experience in our stations, Martin Howard

July 26, 2021 12:05 - 21 minutes - 29.4 MB

On Episode 26 of RTM's Track Talk podcast, brought to you in collaboration with KeTech, our host Matt Roberts sits down with Martin Howard, Customer Service Officer at Chiltern Railways to discuss the work that they have been doing to improve the journey and experiences of their passengers in their stations and on their routes.

Ep 25. The industry needs to take matters into its own hands, Gareth Dennis

January 28, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Gareth Dennis, a Railway Engineer and Writer. Gareth dissects the strong anti-devolution agenda affecting the industry, how our railways are a jack of all trades and master of none and how HS2 is a bit of light at the end of the tunnel. Gareth discusses the 40% cut in Transport for the North’s operational budget. He says, “there’s no sensible reason to cut this money other than the fact the current Transport ...

Ep. 25 The industry needs to take matters into its own hands, Gareth Dennis

January 28, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Gareth Dennis, a Railway Engineer and Writer. Gareth dissects the strong anti-devolution agenda affecting the industry, how our railways are a jack of all trades and master of none and how HS2 is a bit of light at the end of the tunnel. Gareth discusses the 40% cut in Transport for the North’s operational budget. He says, “there’s no sensible reason to cut this money other than the fact the current Transport ...

Ep.24 Cyber security on our rail network, Paul Appleton & George Bearfield

January 05, 2021 11:32 - 31 minutes - 43.9 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by two guests. Paul Appleton, Deputy Director of Railway Safety and HM Deputy Chief Inspector of Railways at ORR and George Bearfield, Health and Safety Director at Rock Rail. They discuss the increasing awareness of cyber safety in the rail world and why our cyber security is vital. Paul spoke of how all our new modern trains are all heavily software-based. He explained how we’ve moved away from the electromech...

Ep 24. Cyber security on our rail network, Paul Appleton & George Bearfield

January 05, 2021 11:32 - 31 minutes - 43.9 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by two guests. Paul Appleton, Deputy Director of Railway Safety and HM Deputy Chief Inspector of Railways at ORR and George Bearfield, Health and Safety Director at Rock Rail. They discuss the increasing awareness of cyber safety in the rail world and why our cyber security is vital. Paul spoke of how all our new modern trains are all heavily software-based. He explained how we’ve moved away from the electromech...

Ep 23. The North and its railways, Jim McMahon MP

December 08, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Jim McMahon MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Transport. Jim divulges why we should be leading from the front on technology and innovation, the dangers around trimming back on HS2, and his belief in the potential of the North, as a real powerhouse and not just as a slogan.   Jim discusses the gaps in support from Government during the pandemic for rail operators, particularly open-access operators, “we would...

Ep.23 The North and its railways, Jim McMahon MP

December 08, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Jim McMahon MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Transport. Jim divulges why we should be leading from the front on technology and innovation, the dangers around trimming back on HS2, and his belief in the potential of the North, as a real powerhouse and not just as a slogan.   Jim discusses the gaps in support from Government during the pandemic for rail operators, particularly open-access operators, “we would...

Ep.22 Building back better, faster, greener, Steve White

December 03, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Steve White, Chief Operating Officer at Govia Thameslink Railway. Steve discusses GTR’s trains testing negative for Covid-19, turning the organisation jar upside down and sprinkling fairy dust across the railways. Steve speaks about progress and how “there’s a whole generation of people now who are looking to make sure their travel choices are sustainable ones.” In terms of passenger numbers, Steve tells us ...

Ep 22. Building back better, faster, greener, Steve White

December 03, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Steve White, Chief Operating Officer at Govia Thameslink Railway. Steve discusses GTR’s trains testing negative for Covid-19, turning the organisation jar upside down and sprinkling fairy dust across the railways. Steve speaks about progress and how “there’s a whole generation of people now who are looking to make sure their travel choices are sustainable ones.” In terms of passenger numbers, Steve tells us ...

Ep 21. The green rail revolution, Maria Machancoses

December 01, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Maria Machancoses, Director of Midlands Connect. Maria talks about the importance of HS2 to the Midlands and the UK, collaborating with DfT and how we need to embrace the railways again.  Maria discusses the importance of HS2 to the East Midlands and how it cannot, “be looked at as Phase 1, Phase 2… it needs to be looked at as a whole network. That’s what will make a real difference to the UK.”  She also tal...

Ep. 21 The green rail revolution, Maria Machancoses

December 01, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Maria Machancoses, Director of Midlands Connect. Maria talks about the importance of HS2 to the Midlands and the UK, collaborating with DfT and how we need to embrace the railways again.  Maria discusses the importance of HS2 to the East Midlands and how it cannot, “be looked at as Phase 1, Phase 2… it needs to be looked at as a whole network. That’s what will make a real difference to the UK.”  She also tal...

Ep 20. Responding to a crisis & bee gardens, Tom Moran

November 26, 2020 14:43 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Tom Moran, Managing Director of Thameslink & Great Northern. Tom spoke about living with a Victorian rail network, the importance of a diverse workforce, turning stations into art galleries and how the days of having a timetable booklet are gone.   Tom explained GTR’s three main areas of focus for transforming their stations, “how we can make things work better for passengers, making sure the stations look sm...

Ep. 20 Responding to a crisis & bee gardens, Tom Moran

November 26, 2020 14:43 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Tom Moran, Managing Director of Thameslink & Great Northern. Tom spoke about living with a Victorian rail network, the importance of a diverse workforce, turning stations into art galleries and how the days of having a timetable booklet are gone.   Tom explained GTR’s three main areas of focus for transforming their stations, “how we can make things work better for passengers, making sure the stations look sm...

Ep 19. The future of our railways, Ed Akers

November 19, 2020 15:58 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Ed Akers, Principal Programme Sponsor for Network Rail’s East Coast Upgrade. Ed gives an update on the £1.2bn project, the importance of collaboration and why the project feels like performing open heart surgery on a live patient.  Ed talks to us about the Werrington Grade Separation and how the 11,000-ton curved concrete box structure, which is “about as long as and as heavy as the Eiffel Tower” is being put...

Ep.18 Support to export, Neil Walker

September 30, 2020 10:26 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Neil Walker, Exports Director at the Railway Industry Association. Neil talks about InnoTrans 2021, how he and his team support UK rail companies when it comes to exporting and why rail is such a vibrant sector.  Neil tells us about his role at RIA, where he helps members export all around the world by working alongside the Department for Transport and the Department for International Trade.  He also tells u...

Ep 18. Support to export, Neil Walker

September 30, 2020 10:26 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MB

On this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk, host Ailsa Cowen is joined by Neil Walker, Exports Director at the Railway Industry Association. Neil talks about InnoTrans 2021, how he and his team support UK rail companies when it comes to exporting and why rail is such a vibrant sector.  Neil tells us about his role at RIA, where he helps members export all around the world by working alongside the Department for Transport and the Department for International Trade.  He also tells u...

Ep.17 Becoming a data-driven railway, Kelley Quirk and Martin Mason

September 21, 2020 11:52 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MB

This week host Ailsa Cowen is joined by two guests from Network Rail. Martin Mason, Programme Manager, at Network Rail’s Digital Railway and Kelley Quirk, Programme Manager, at Network Rail’s Intelligent Infrastructure programme.  They discuss Network Rail’s Intelligent Infrastructure Programme and the rollout of the Track Decision Support Tool. Kelley and Martin work closely together and sit across two teams within the Intelligent Infrastructure programme.  Martin described thei...

Ep 17. Becoming a data-driven railway, Kelley Quirk and Martin Mason

September 21, 2020 11:52 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MB

This week host Ailsa Cowen is joined by two guests from Network Rail. Martin Mason, Programme Manager, at Network Rail’s Digital Railway and Kelley Quirk, Programme Manager, at Network Rail’s Intelligent Infrastructure programme.  They discuss Network Rail’s Intelligent Infrastructure Programme and the rollout of the Track Decision Support Tool. Kelley and Martin work closely together and sit across two teams within the Intelligent Infrastructure programme.  Martin described thei...

Ep.16 Unlocking rail investment, David Ollerhead

September 02, 2020 14:44 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MB

David Ollerhead, Programme Director at Network Rail’s Open for Business Programme, joins host Ailsa Cowen for episode 15 of Rail Technology Magazine’s podcast, Track Talk. David discusses playing with trains as a child, investment into our railway and removing barriers for third parties.  His career at Network Rail began nine years ago but he self-confessed his interest possibly began earlier after admitting, “I did play with train tacks when I was younger.”  He divulges into how ...

Ep 16. Unlocking rail investment, David Ollerhead

September 02, 2020 14:44 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MB

David Ollerhead, Programme Director at Network Rail’s Open for Business Programme, joins host Ailsa Cowen for episode 15 of Rail Technology Magazine’s podcast, Track Talk. David discusses playing with trains as a child, investment into our railway and removing barriers for third parties.  His career at Network Rail began nine years ago but he self-confessed his interest possibly began earlier after admitting, “I did play with train tacks when I was younger.”  He divulges into how ...

Ep 15. Bringing passengers a safe return to rail travel, Louise Coward

August 27, 2020 14:10 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

Louise Coward, Head of Insight at Transport Focus, joins host Ailsa Cowen for episode 15 of Rail Technology Magazine’s podcast, Track Talk. Louise talks about a ‘Head Out to Help Out’ campaign, keeping passengers safe and their ongoing projects. She divulges into the RPI increase on rail fares and says this is not the right kind of issue for passengers right now because Covid-19 has completely changed the way we travel.  She calls for, “’let’s have better products that will fit th...

Ep.15 Bringing passengers a safe return to rail travel, Louise Coward

August 27, 2020 14:10 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

Louise Coward, Head of Insight at Transport Focus, joins host Ailsa Cowen for episode 15 of Rail Technology Magazine’s podcast, Track Talk. Louise talks about a ‘Head Out to Help Out’ campaign, keeping passengers safe and their ongoing projects. She divulges into the RPI increase on rail fares and says this is not the right kind of issue for passengers right now because Covid-19 has completely changed the way we travel.  She calls for, “’let’s have better products that will fit th...

Ep.14 Leaving a lasting legacy, Harriet Glen

July 30, 2020 09:31 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MB

Harriet Glen, Head of Programme Close Out at Crossrail, joins us on this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk to discuss the largest construction project in Europe.  Harriet gives us an update on the project that was brought to a standstill during lockdown but her “team are working around the clock to provide a detailed recovery plan.” She also told us how and why Crossrail have led the way in, “diversifying and attracting the next generation of talent,” and why bringing in a range ...

Ep 14. Leaving a lasting legacy, Harriet Glen

July 30, 2020 09:31 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MB

Harriet Glen, Head of Programme Close Out at Crossrail, joins us on this week’s episode of RTM’s Track Talk to discuss the largest construction project in Europe.  Harriet gives us an update on the project that was brought to a standstill during lockdown but her “team are working around the clock to provide a detailed recovery plan.” She also told us how and why Crossrail have led the way in, “diversifying and attracting the next generation of talent,” and why bringing in a range ...

Ep.13 Innovation is about people, David Rowe

June 23, 2020 13:30 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MB

David Rowe, Head of Strategy at Network Rail in the newly established Technical Authority, joins host Ailsa Cowen for episode 13 of Rail Technology Magazine’s podcast, Track Talk, to talk all things innovation in the rail industry.  David divulges into how the rail industry is built on new technology and the importance of giving voice and choice to passengers and freight users.  He also spoke avidly about Network Rail’s Research and Development Portfolio, which is approaching 200 ...

Ep 13. Innovation is about people, David Rowe

June 23, 2020 13:30 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MB

David Rowe, Head of Strategy at Network Rail in the newly established Technical Authority, joins host Ailsa Cowen for episode 13 of Rail Technology Magazine’s podcast, Track Talk, to talk all things innovation in the rail industry.  David divulges into how the rail industry is built on new technology and the importance of giving voice and choice to passengers and freight users.  He also spoke avidly about Network Rail’s Research and Development Portfolio, which is approaching 200 ...

Ep.12 Diversity, inclusion & gender balance, Adeline Ginn MBE

June 05, 2020 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

Adeline Ginn MBE, Founder & Chair of Women in Rail, joined host Ailsa Cowen for episode 12 of Rail Technology Magazine’s podcast, Track Talk, to discuss all things gender balance, diversity and inclusion. The charity WR have played an enormous part in promoting diversity within the rail sector since it began in 2012, by this time Adeline had over 10 years of experience in the business. Adeline was quick to point out WR is ran by volunteers but also has up to 4,000 male and female me...

Ep 12. Diversity, inclusion & gender balance, Adeline Ginn MBE

June 05, 2020 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

Adeline Ginn MBE, Founder & Chair of Women in Rail, joined host Ailsa Cowen for episode 12 of Rail Technology Magazine’s podcast, Track Talk, to discuss all things gender balance, diversity and inclusion. The charity WR have played an enormous part in promoting diversity within the rail sector since it began in 2012, by this time Adeline had over 10 years of experience in the business. Adeline was quick to point out WR is ran by volunteers but also has up to 4,000 male and female me...

Ep 11. With Invisi Smart shield you can confidently touch a ticket machine, Saba Yussouf

May 28, 2020 09:30 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB

Saba Yussouf, CEO of Invisi Smart Technologies UK, joins host Ailsa Cowen for episode 11 of Rail Technology Magazine's podcast Track Talk.  This partnered episode allows the rail industry to hear about a revolutionary piece of technology that has been developed to kill all bacteria and viruses that, once sprayed onto any surface, stays in place for year.  Meaning this could be a game changer for the industry when fighting against the Covid-19 outbreak and getting the industry roll...

Ep 10. We need to keep investing in rail, Kate Jennings

May 22, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MB

Kate Jennings, Policy Director at the Railway Industry Association (RIA), joins guest host Matt Roberts for episode 10 of Rail Technology Magazine's podcast - now under its new name Track Talk - to talk about how the rail industry innovates during coronavirus, the role RIA is playing and the power rail has in the UK's economic recovery coming out of this pandemic. This episode of Track Talk is brought to you in association with Invisi Smart Technologies.

Ep 9. Navigating the freight world, Debbie Francis

March 25, 2020 11:00 - 43 minutes - 60 MB

Debbie Francis, Direct Rail Services, joins us in the RTM Podcast room to discuss the rail industry from a freight perspective. Debbie is a rail fanatic, leading the way in a male dominated area of the rail industry.  With hosts Matt Roberts and Ailsa Cowen, the conversation flowed from Debbie’s involvement in the NHS, coming out of school with no qualifications and why she is proud to be a Northerner.  Do you think HS2 will happen? Do you think it will benefit the North? Debbie i...

Ep.9 Navigating the freight world, Debbie Francis

March 25, 2020 11:00 - 43 minutes - 60 MB

Debbie Francis, Direct Rail Services, joins us in the RTM Podcast room to discuss the rail industry from a freight perspective. Debbie is a rail fanatic, leading the way in a male dominated area of the rail industry.  With hosts Matt Roberts and Ailsa Cowen, the conversation flowed from Debbie’s involvement in the NHS, coming out of school with no qualifications and why she is proud to be a Northerner.  Do you think HS2 will happen? Do you think it will benefit the North? Debbie i...

Ep 8. Safely shaping a sustainable railway, Martin Frobisher

February 19, 2020 14:30 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MB

Martin Frobisher, Group director, Safety, Technical & Engineering at Network Rail, joins us in the RTM Podcast room to discuss the renewable railway of the future and safety on the track. As a Director of industry giant, Network Rail, Martin has a lot of advice regarding safety and security on railways, but it might not be what you think. With hosts Emily Rodgers and Ailsa Cowen, the conversation kept flowing in the RTM podcast room in Manchester as we hear all Martin’s role in ens...

Ep 7. A system built around passengers, Robert Nisbet

February 03, 2020 15:00 - 39 minutes - 54 MB

  Regional Director for the Rail Delivery Group and former journalist for Sky News and the BBC, Robert Nisbet joins us in the studio to discuss his career move into the rail industry and how technology is improving Britain’s railways year on year.  On the agenda in the most recent RTM podcast Robert discusses the history of railways and the connection between that and Britain’s national history. He believes that rail will play a huge role going for, as it has done in the past, wit...

Ep. 6. Unlocking the potential of NPR, Tim Wood

January 24, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MB

Director of Northern Powerhouse Rail at Transport for the North, Tim Wood, joins us in the RTM Podcast room to discuss benefits and opportunities the Northern Powerhouse Rail can bring. Gain inside information on the progress of Northern Powerhouse Rail from the Director himself.  With hosts Emily Rodgers and Ailsa Cowen, the conversation kept flowing in the RTM podcast room in Manchester as we hear all about how Tim plans to spend the current allowance of £75m, and how rail compan...

Ep 6. Unlocking the potential of NPR, Tim Wood

January 24, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MB

Director of Northern Powerhouse Rail at Transport for the North, Tim Wood, joins us in the RTM Podcast room to discuss benefits and opportunities the Northern Powerhouse Rail can bring. Gain inside information on the progress of Northern Powerhouse Rail from the Director himself.  With hosts Emily Rodgers and Ailsa Cowen, the conversation kept flowing in the RTM podcast room in Manchester as we hear all about how Tim plans to spend the current allowance of £75m, and how rail compan...

Ep 5. XRail and the impact of SMEs on the industry, Monica Barbosa

January 09, 2020 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MB

Director of Business development and communications at XRAIL, Monica Barbosa, joins us in the RTM Podcast room to discuss the rail industry from an SME perspective. Monica is a cheerleader for small and medium enterprises and explains how the innovation they can provide are vital to the rail industry. With hosts Emily Rodgers and Ailsa Cowen, the conversation kept flowing here in the RTM podcast room in Manchester as we hear all about the exciting, 7-year XRAIL contract in the Midd...

Ep 4. Changing the narrative around rail, Hollie Woodard

December 18, 2019 12:00 - 25 minutes - 35.2 MB

Hollie Woodard – VolkerWessels Show Notes – RTM Podcast ep. 4 Hollie Woodard, head of equality, diversity and inclusion at VolkerWessels UK, joins us in the studio for the fourth episode of our RTM podcast, talking at length about improving industry diversity and changing the narrative at an early age to make rail a realistic and exciting career prospect for the next generation. As Hollie explains, it can be hard to tell kids to get excited about rail when previously we’ve spent ...

Ep 3. A workforce which reflects society, Loraine Martins MBE

November 12, 2019 09:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

Loraine Martins MBE, Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail, joins us in the studio for the third episode of our RTM podcast, talking at length about her role and how it came about – Loraine was the first person to hold her current position – as well as how accessibility and diversity can be attained across the rail sector, both for passengers and in the supply chain.  Light-hearted humour and conversation filters in between Loraine and hosts Emily Rodgers and Matt Rob...

Ep 3. A workforce which reflects society.

November 12, 2019 09:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

Loraine Martins MBE, Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail, joins us in the studio for the third episode of our RTM podcast, talking at length about her role and accessibility and diversity across the rail sector, both for passengers and in the supply chain.

Ep 2. Data, Decarbonisation & Diversity of Thought.

November 01, 2019 08:00 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MB

Mike Hulme, Director of Alstom and Chair of Northern Rail Industry Leaders, joins us in the studio for our second RTM podcast, giving us exclusive insight into the rail supply chain and why rail is starting to become more cutting-edge.

Ep 2. Data, Decarbonisation & Diversity of Thought, Mike Hulme

November 01, 2019 08:00 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MB

Mike Hulme, Director of Alstom and Chair of Northern Rail Industry Leaders, joins us in the studio for our second RTM podcast, giving us exclusive insight into the rail supply chain and why rail is starting to become more cutting-edge. With our hosts Emily Rodgers and Matt Roberts, the conversation covers everything from cricket to claustrophobia, Pendelino to Portillo and more.  Digitalisation, smart ticketing, and the three biggest things threatening the rail industry are all co...

Ep 2. Transformational power of NPR & HS2 projects.

November 01, 2019 08:00 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MB

Mike Hulme, Director of Alstom and Chair of Northern Rail Industry Leaders, joins us in the studio for our second RTM podcast, giving us exclusive insight into the rail supply chain and why rail is starting to become more cutting-edge.

Ep 1. NPR, TRU & Fleetwood Mac.

October 17, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MB

Anna-Jane Hunter, Director North of England Rail at Network Rail, joins us for our very first RTM podcast, giving a deep dive into her role, women in rail and the supply chain alongside some more light-hearted podcast antics.

Ep 1. NPR, TRU & Fleetwood Mac, Anna-Jane Hunter

October 17, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MB

Anna-Jane Hunter, Network Rail’s director, North of England rail, joins us in the studio for our very first RTM podcast, giving a deep dive into her role, women in rail and the supply chain alongside some more light-hearted podcast antics.   Alongside hosts Emily Rodgers and Matt Roberts, the conversation is kept flowing at the Cognitive Publishing offices here in Manchester as we discuss all things rail here in the North of England. Two proud North East voices, alongside Emily’s ...

Bonus Ep. #LiveFromTCR: Caroline Whittam

October 03, 2019 18:00 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MB

Bonus episode recorded live at TCR North 2019, featuring Caroline Whittam, head of rail franchising at TfGM. This podcast is brought to you by Keltbray, specialists in civil engineering and construction since 1976 with over 2000 employees playing a vital role in delivering some of the UK’s biggest projects in rail. 

Bonus Ep. #LiveFromTCR: Putting passengers first.

October 03, 2019 11:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MB

Live from the TCR North 2019, the 'Putting Passengers First' leader's debate