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I have been away from this forum for a while, and, I hope for an update on what was a recent proposal to replace all of the Deep-tube trains on the London Underground with one new fleet, similar to the S stock replacing all Sub-surface fleet. I know they are not here yet, but think I remember...

I have been away from the forum for a while, and have naturally lost track of what is going on with the Crossrail 2, or the new/underground section of the Elizabeth line. What is the current status of it? Is it operating yet, or, when is it expected to open at?

Hope I did spell his name correctly. I am talking about the star in, Great British Railway Journies, as well as variations on, Continental, Indian, and American areas. He was seen in Australia early 2018 filming his Australian rail adventures, and, I want to know if anybody knows when his...

Melbourne based radio station, 3AW, which is a talkback station, has confirmed caller reports that Michael Portillo is in fact in Australia right now, filming their new series. Below is a quote, from this following link...

Hello peoples, two things I want to know in respect to the railways in Ireland. I am talking about the whole island. Are there any good forums, either associated with this one, or not in competition with. Also, I am keen to keep my eyes on any fleet changes including fleet disposals...

I got an email from DBSR about the disposal of 10 locomotives. Can anyone provide me any information about these units including photos of them please. http://www.rail.dbschenker.co.uk/rail-uk-en/Products_Services/additional_services/Disposals.html

Does this forum website or its owners have a good forum site which is focused on trains in Europe? I am keen to do some study into the Siemens trains such as Velaro and I.C.E., and hope someone can suggest a good English speaking site where I can find out about them please.

I am doing a study on de-icing equipment, and am particularly interested in the equipment that is found on the London underground S8 stock trains. Please whatever detail you can provide, in respect to how they operate. Or in deed any other trains in the UK with the same or similar feature too.

Today I was doing a bing.com search for locomotive manufacturers, and came across something very interesting. A group wants to manufactuer a 'modern steam locomotive' in the UK. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/5AT_Advanced_Technology_Steam_Locomotive Naturally, I would love a chance to...

Someone had posted these comments in a facebook group, and would value some feedback in that respect. Can people confirm or deny these claims. Is Freightliner the company for sale? Or is it just their Australian outfit?

Hello my fellow forum users. I seek a very simple question. I want to travel by train from London, and go by train all the way to Thurso, right at the very top of Scotland. I want to know various travel options, from the quickest and most direct, to the most scenic ways too. I read...

Recently on an online auction website, I came across an interesting Diesel Hydralic Locomotive Shunting Train, which is said to be based in the UK. I am seeking the expert-train buff to tell me what they know about this said item...

Relax, I am not asking for funds. UREGENTLY seeking advice. I am trying to get funds from the UK to Australia, and was told of a 9.5% tax on the transaction. I was informed that UK law requires me, to pay this tax before they would release these funds to me? Would this be a clear...

A popular tourist railway in Australia, known as the Zig Zag railway, has been the victim of a bush fire which is raging only miles west of Sydney. This has just happened, and news is breaking via a facebook group. It seems major portions of their sheds and rolling stock have all been...

The name Connex is well known by UK and London train buffs. Connex is also well known to those in Australia, for they ran the suburban network in the city of Melbourne for around 10 years. A US sitcom, clearly used 'blue screen' background thingy when they where doing a shot inside a train...