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Avanti West Coast Class 390 Pendolino train. 11th July 2026
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British Rail Class 37 diesel locomotive .11th July 2026
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SR West Country Class 34028 “Eddystone” at the NRM in York on the 11th of July 2026
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A little of Llangollen today 11th of July 2026
GWR 5700 Class 0-6-0 pannier tank engine, number 7754.
The engine was originally built for the Great Western Railway and later operated under British Railways until the 1950s.
GWR 5700 Class 0-6-0 pannier tank engine, number 7754.
The engine was originally built for the Great Western Railway and later operated under British Railways until the 1950s.
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OY-FSD parked on Stand 6 at Cardiff Airport 11/7/2026.
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169018 / 169229 staging through Cardiff Airport 10/7/2026.
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11th July, 2026
Colas Rail UK has added two new tampers to its fleet of On-Track Machines (OTM).
Constructed by Plasser & Theurer at Linz in Austria, the tampers are Plasser & Theurer type 08-4×4/4S, and have fleet numbers DR73953 and DR73954.
These latest additions represent the latest in tamping technology and demonstrate Colas Rail UK’s continued commitment to the railway industry.
They also consolidate the company’s position as the key supplier to Network Rail, with a market share of over 40%.
With 29 machines, Colas also has the UK’s largest fleet of On Track Machines.
Colas expands its On-Track Machines fleet
Colas Rail UK has added two new tampers to its fleet of On-Track Machines (OTM).
Constructed by Plasser & Theurer at Linz in Austria, the tampers are Plasser & Theurer type 08-4×4/4S, and have fleet numbers DR73953 and DR73954.
These latest additions represent the latest in tamping technology and demonstrate Colas Rail UK’s continued commitment to the railway industry.
They also consolidate the company’s position as the key supplier to Network Rail, with a market share of over 40%.
With 29 machines, Colas also has the UK’s largest fleet of On Track Machines.
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Plasser & Theurer type 08-4×4/4S tamper No. DR73905
Construction of the tampers began in 2025, and they were delivered to the UK at the beginning of this year.
After delivery, the tampers went to the Severn Valley Railway and the Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway for a period of rigorous testing and operator training.
In April, they were returned to Colas for operational use and are being used for critical maintenance and renewal work in Network Rail’s Anglia Region.
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Colas Plasser & Theurer Ballast Regulator
As well as being used as a test bed for the new tampers, in April, the Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway hosted a two-day infrastructure plant exhibition of equipment used throughout the wider rail industry for the maintenance of the railway network.
In 2024, a tamper used by Colas Rail’s Northwest On Track Maintenance Team was named in honour of one of their colleagues who passed away whilst carrying out machine maintenance in London.
“These latest additions to our OTM Fleet underline Colas Rail’s intentions to be the very best supplier for our customers. They highlight our dedication to investment in the railway maintenance sector and will allow us to maintain our excellent operational delivery record. We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of two new 08 tampers in the second half of 2026”
Shaun Brown, National Operations Manager, Colas
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60532 Blue Peter with 20096 & 20107 working The Lakelander Nottingham to Carlisle at Hest Bank level crossing 04/7/26
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Minehead yard 2 July 2026
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Blue Peter, at Frodsham Station
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United States Marines Lockheed Martin KC-130J Hercules tanker,169229, Cardiff Airport 10/7/2026.
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United States Marines Lockheed Martin KC-130J Hercules tanker,169018, Cardiff Airport 10/7/2026.
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Braunton moving back to Crewe from upperby passing Penrith North Lakes and a photo of 2 class 88s on the Tesco train
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Tangmere at Preston
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Chiltern Railways service at Bicester North
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Railfreight 31 108 at Keighley at the KWVR's diesel gala, 19/6/26
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7029 seen arriving into Birmingham new on 5Z15 Tyseley Steam Trust to Birmingham New Street 12th July 2026
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Sunday 12th July 2026
The North Wales Coast Express passing Bagillt this morning. Top ‘n tailed with two Class 47’s.
A lot of disappointed families who had read in the local press about a steam locomotive visiting North Wales – a very rare occurrence these days, sadly.
One youngster was inconsolable and any explanation about fire risk was met with disbelief, a string of “why’s” and more tears.
I'm sure it wont be the first steam hauled tour switched to diesel or cancelled this summer.
The North Wales Coast Express passing Bagillt this morning. Top ‘n tailed with two Class 47’s.
A lot of disappointed families who had read in the local press about a steam locomotive visiting North Wales – a very rare occurrence these days, sadly.
One youngster was inconsolable and any explanation about fire risk was met with disbelief, a string of “why’s” and more tears.
I'm sure it wont be the first steam hauled tour switched to diesel or cancelled this summer.
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GWR 4073 Class No. 7029 Clun Castle, a steam locomotive built in 1950. 12th July 2026
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BR 80097 seen at Rawtenstall on the East Lancashire Heritage Railway on a sunny Sunday Morning. 12th July 2026
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12th July, 2026
Gold Coast Train
Hitachi Rail revealed that it is to extend its deployment of European Train Control System Level 2 (ETCS L2) in Queensland, Australia.
The manufacturing and technology company is working with the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads, and with Queensland Rail, to deploy the new digital signalling between Kuraby and Beenleigh stations on the Gold Coast line.
It began introducing ECTS L2 in Queensland three years ago.
This extension of the use of ETCS L2 is part of Hitachi Rail’s involvement in what it calls “the digital transformation” of the South East Queensland (SEQ) rail network.
It is helping to upgrade signalling systems on more than 200 kilometres of passenger rail corridors with digital signalling.
Hitachi Rail extends ETCS Level 2 deployment in Queensland, Australia
Gold Coast Train
Hitachi Rail revealed that it is to extend its deployment of European Train Control System Level 2 (ETCS L2) in Queensland, Australia.
The manufacturing and technology company is working with the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads, and with Queensland Rail, to deploy the new digital signalling between Kuraby and Beenleigh stations on the Gold Coast line.
It began introducing ECTS L2 in Queensland three years ago.
This extension of the use of ETCS L2 is part of Hitachi Rail’s involvement in what it calls “the digital transformation” of the South East Queensland (SEQ) rail network.
It is helping to upgrade signalling systems on more than 200 kilometres of passenger rail corridors with digital signalling.
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ETCS technology installed on the Queensland Train in 2023
ECTS L2, which is also used in the UK, is a digital, radio-based railway signalling system.
It communicates real-time movement authorities and speed limits to a screen in the driver’s cab
Hitachi Rail has already deployed ETCS L2 on the Shorncliffe line, which is in the north of Queensland’s capital, Brisbane, which has enabled it to test the system and train Queensland Rail staff.
This is the last phase that needs to be completed before the operator can begin using the new digital signalling system on passenger services on the Shorncliffe line.
Hitachi Rail is also building and installing digital systems on Brisbane’s south side, and between Beenleigh station and Varsity Lakes station.
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Testing ETCS in Brisbane
“The extension of works expands Hitachi Rail’s major role in delivering ETCS Level 2 to key parts of the SEQ rail network to support the region’s growth for generations to come.
“Hitachi Rail’s ETCS delivery team in Queensland brings together the industry’s leading experts, combining strong local capabilities with global specialists in digital signalling, telecommunications and train control systems. We are also developing a new Traffic Management System for the entire South East Queensland network and introducing a Possession Management System to enhance track safety and improve network access for maintenance crews. These integrated systems, together with ETCS L2, form part of the backbone of SEQ’s future digital railway.”
Sarfaraz Samnakay, Managing Director of Hitachi Rail Australia and New Zealand
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Boards Sunday 12/07/2026
Cardiff Airport Scheduled Arrivals
| STA | ATA | Flight | Callsign | From | Type | Operator | Identity | Comments |
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| 02:30 | 04:28 | TOM701 | Tomjet 701 | Hurghada | 
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| G-TAWD | |
| 08:55 | 08:31 | VY1260 | Vueling 7GE | Malaga | 
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| EC-MXP | |
| 09:10 | 08:52 | FR5543 | Ryanair 331Z | Alicante | 
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| 9H-QDQ | |
| 09:15 | 09:08 | KL1087 | KLM 69Y | Amsterdam | 
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| PH-EZR | |
| 11:30 | 11:51 | EI3620 | Emerald City 2CB | Belfast City | 
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| G-CMFL | |
| 12:10 | 12:14 | TOM6715 | Tomjet 6FH | Malaga |
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| G-TAWW | |
| 12:45 | 12:29 | TOM6749 | Tomjet 1JT | Faro |
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| G-TAWI | |
| 12:50 | 13:17 | TOM6721 | Tomjet 60X | Palma Mallorca |
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| G-TAWD | |
| 14:20 | 14:29 | FR4950 | Ryanair 618X | Malaga | 
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| EI-HGZ | |
| 14:35 | 14:36 | TOM6707 | Tomjet 12X | Lanzarote |
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| G-TAWG | |
| 16:45 | 16:45 | KL1091 | KLM 47T | Amsterdam | 
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| D-AMWO | |
| 17:15 | 17:02 | FR9223 | Ryanair 14KL | Faro |
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| 9H-QAL | |
| 21:20 | 21:07 | FR634 | Ryanair 82ZE | Dublin |
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| 9H-VUX | |
| 23:30 | TOM6717 | Tomjet 9DV | Heraklion |
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| G-TAWD | ||
| 23:30 | TOM6779 | Tomjet 2AT | Tenerife Sur |
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| G-TAWI |
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Scheduled Departures
| STD | ATD | Flight | Callsign | To | Type | Operator | Identity | Comments |
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| 06:00 | 06:12 | TOM6706 | Tomjet 9LX | Lanzarote |
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| G-TAWG | |
| 06:00 | 06:09 | TOM6714 | Tomjet 55N | Malaga |
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| G-TAWW | |
| 06:25 | 06:40 | TOM6748 | Tomjet 34J | Faro |
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| G-TAWI | |
| 07:10 | 07:17 | TOM6720 | Tomjet 7EB | Palma Mallorca |
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| G-TAWD | |
| 09:35 | 09:48 | FR5544 | Ryanair 59CM | Alicante |
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| 09:35 | 09:37 | VY1261 | Vueling 1KW | Malaga |
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| EC-MXP | |
| 09:50 | 10:03 | KL1088 | KLM 70Y | Amsterdam |
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| PH-EZR | |
| 12:00 | 12:51 | EI3621 | Emerald City 21C | Belfast City |
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| G-CMFL | |
| 13:50 | 14:14 | TOM6756 | Tomjet 5KA | Larnaca |
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| G-TAWW | |
| 14:15 | 14:53 | TOM6716 | Tomjet 86D | Heraklion |
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| G-TAWD | |
| 14:30 | 14:40 | TOM6778 | Tomjet 97X | Tenerife Sur |
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| G-TAWI | |
| 14:45 | 15:46 | FR4951 | Ryanair 9RL | Malaga |
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| EI-HGZ | |
| 16:15 | 17:59 | TOM6754 | Tomjet 8FM | Pafos Intl |
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| G-TAWG | |
| 17:15 | 17:33 | KL1092 | KLM 44K | Amsterdam |
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| D-AMWO | |
| 17:40 | 18:24 | FR9224 | Ryanair 40ZA | Faro |
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| 9H-QAL | |
| 21:45 | 21:48 | FR635 | Ryanair 1C | Dublin |
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Middleton Railway 12.07.26
HE2387 Brookes No.1 at work in the heat
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37419 Agamemnon basking in the summer sun in Hunslet 12.07.26
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