Topic: John G Russell

A track level view of the overhead crane at Highland Spring Bottling Plant terminal in Scotland. The red ballast contrasts with the heather on the hills and the grey skies overhead

A modest Scottish rail freight terminal is an industry pathfinder

It may only make a ripple in national rail freight terms, but the Highland Spring rail terminal, on the edge of the Scottish Highlands, could open the tap on a flood of freight developments. It...Read more

20-10-2023|6 comments|author: Simon Walton

Industry supports UK rail freight

Amidst all the confrontational rhetoric of disputes and strike action, there are some words of consideration for rail freight. Caught in the storm without being blamed for the weather, rail freight is taking a hit...Read more

23-06-2022|Comment|author: Simon Walton

Freight puts a smile on Santa’s face

A team of little orange helpers on the UK West Coast Main Line is helping Santa put smiles on faces across Britain this Christmas. Increasing demand for his services means Father Christmas can no longer rely...Read more

23-12-2016|Comment|author: Simon Weedy