Economy Class & Beyond

Air Canada expands its Air+Rail options, with Lufthansa Rail Express

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Air Canada is expanding its Air+Rail operation with an extension of its codeshare agreement with Lufthansa to include Lufthansa Express Rail services at Frankfurt Airport, operated by Deutsche Bahn. This agreement will allow for intermodal itineraries to be booked in one reservation, offering greater flexibility, more choice, and added convenience to connect with Air … [Read more...]

Delays on the Piccadilly Line – new trains entry-to-service delayed

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For those of you looking forward to riding on the new Piccadilly Line trains (especially for those who travel from Heathrow into Central London), the rollout of the new trains has been delayed. Entry into service is now targeted for the second half of 2026.  The new rolling stock (2024 stock) was originally meant to enter service in 2025. Some trains have been … [Read more...]

FirstGroup sketches out a new route between Hereford and London

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FirstGroup is trying to extend its Open Access operations, this time with a new application to operate between Hereford and London via Cwmbran. Lumo Class 803 along the Scottish Coast - Next Stop, Hereford? Image, FirstGroup The company has submitted an application to the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) as part of the process. FirstGroup’s proposal is for two return … [Read more...]

Lumo gears up for Stirling – London Route launch

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FirstGroup and Lumo have got their wish, with the train operator having its route between London and Stirling (Scotland) granted and plans to launch the service unveiled. Lumo Class 222 Train - Image, Lumo The new service is planned to start in Spring 2026.  This expansion aims to enhance travel choice and connectivity for passengers along the central belt of Scotland, … [Read more...]

JetBlue and Brightline to lauch multimodal travel options in Florida

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Multimodal connections are important in travel, as we seek to reduce reliance on cars and non-required flights. Well, JetBlue and Brightline have launched a partnership to offer more travel connections across Florida, bringing a multimodal travel option. For the first time, JetBlue customers can book Brightline tickets directly on the airline's booking engine as part of … [Read more...]

Flix to order Taglo High Speed Trainsets

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When we've talked about Flix on this blog, its mostly been about the coach network. In other conturies, Flix also operates trains as well as coaches. And it seems the group is ordering trainsets from Talgo. FlixTrain Taglo 230 trainset - Image, Taglo. Flix has awarded Talgo a €2.4 billion contract for the supply of up to 65 European high-speed trains based upon the … [Read more...]

Arlanda Express to purchase new trains from Stadler

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The Arlanda Express is due to get a big upgrade, with the operator A-Train AB ordering new trains from Stadler Rail.  Stadler FLIRT in Arlanda Express colours - Image, Stadler  Stadler Rail is to supply seven FLIRT trains with an option for a further train. The trains will be produced at Stadler's site in the Rhine Valley SG and will run between Arlanda Airport and Stockholm … [Read more...]

South Western Railway returns to nationalised ownership

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South Western Railway and its services have today (25th May 2026) been transferred into public control. Secretary of State for Transport, Heidi Alexander announcing Great British Railways at South West Railways - Image, Department for Transport It will fall under a new brand eventually, as the UK Government spins up Great British Railways. This will be the name of the … [Read more...]

Greater Anglia Railway Company to be nationalised in October

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As part of the recent general election manifesto, bringing train companies back into public ownership was a key promise made by the current government.. The next company to be brought back under public control will be Greater Anglia. Greater Anglia Trains at Stansted Airport - Image, Greater Anglia.  Greater Anglia operates trains out of London Liverpool Street, with … [Read more...]