Plans move ahead for Orion light goods

Interior of refitted class 319 emu ready for parcels and light goods traffic (Orion / Rail Operations Group)

Rail Operations (UK) have revealed their latest ambitions for a Britain-wide, high-speed light goods service. Of all the current plans and existing operations, RO (UK) has the most extensive intentions. The specialist freight and rail logistics operator plans to reach out across England, Scotland and Wales. The proposals, already branded Orion, are at an advanced stage, and set to go live in April. The company claims the sector is already worth 16 billion pounds (17.6 billion euros) annually.

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Author: Simon Walton

Simon Walton is RailFreight's UK correspondent.

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Plans move ahead for Orion light goods

Interior of refitted class 319 emu ready for parcels and light goods traffic (Orion / Rail Operations Group)

Rail Operations (UK) have revealed their latest ambitions for a Britain-wide, high-speed light goods service. Of all the current plans and existing operations, RO (UK) has the most extensive intentions. The specialist freight and rail logistics operator plans to reach out across England, Scotland and Wales. The proposals, already branded Orion, are at an advanced stage, and set to go live in April. The company claims the sector is already worth 16 billion pounds (17.6 billion euros) annually.

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