Train operator Northern has appointed a new director, who will be responsible for delivering up to 450 new trains.

The new boss tasked by Northern Rail with bringing in new trains to serve its routes to Sheffield has explained when they are expected to arrive.

James Howard has been appointed as Director of New Rolling Stock Programmes at Northern, where he will oversee the introduction of up to 450 ...

James Howard, director of Northern trains, says plans to buy up to 450 new trains will transform journeys across the region for millions of customers.

Rail operator Northern has appointed a new director to lead its plans to purchase hundreds of new trains to improve travel on the network.

Bradford is set to get a new through station as part of the Government’s upcoming announcement on Northern Powerhouse Rail, The Yorkshire Post understands.

Northern plans largest-ever investment in rail by procuring up to 450 new trains for the North, including electric and battery units, starting 2030.

Commuters in Yorkshire share their views on the government's Northern Powerhouse Rail announcement.

THE Government has confirmed plans for major investment to upgrade rail connectivity in northern England – including a new Warrington Bank Quay station.