Experts explored how Local and Combined Authorities could apply lessons from major infrastructure projects to accelerate benefits and maximise value for communities.
Welcome to TCR NORTH On Demand!
Welcome to TCR NORTH On Demand!
Northern England is the economic spine of the UK's rail strategy — and TransCityRail NORTH is where strategic conversations are discussed.
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Martin Tugwell, Chief Executive, Transport for the North
Martin Tugwell Chief Executive Transport for the North -
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Will Scott, Business Development Director, Amey
Will shares insights on how Nobel Prize–winning economic principles could guide the UK rail industry to accelerate innovation, sustainability, and resilience through bold, practical strategies.
Will Scott Business Development Director Amey -
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A conversation with Kerry Whalley and Fiona Tiley from Arup hosted by Helen Fospero
Helen Fospero Host
Fiona Tiley Associate Director Arup
Kerry Whalley Director Arup -
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Andrew Dixon, Head of High Speed Rail - Infrastructure Delivery & Development Programme, Manchester City Council
Andrew Dixon Head of High Speed Rail - Infrastructure Delivery & Development Programme Manchester City Council -
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Leaders Debate - Remaking the Case for Rail In partnership with AECOM
Leaders discuss how to overcome key barriers such as investment, planning, and programme delays, and ensure rail remains integral to the UK’s transport strategy, economic progress, and net zero ambitions.
Ian Walters Managing Director SLC
Neil Blagburn Programme Delivery Director for the Northumberland line AECOM
Rachelle Forsyth-Ward Assistant Director of Transport Policy, Partnerships and Contracts North East Combined Authority -
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Leaders Debate - How AI & Digital Tech Will Transform Britain’s Rail
The panel cut through hype to show how AI already reduced delays, optimised energy use, and stretched existing assets—using predictive maintenance, digital twins, smarter timetabling, and real-time comms.
Mike Chappell Solution Director - Transport Sector Kerv Digital
Ian Puckrin Route Infrastructure Engineer, North and East Network Rail
Richard Adams Head of Architecture Department for Transport Operators -
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Apprentice Panel - Apprentice Journey in Partnership with Rail Technology Magazine
Young apprentices share what drew them to the rail industry, what they love about their roles, and why they see a future in rail.
Elaine Yip Degree Apprentice Civil Mott MacDonald
Ammar Kara Apprentice Project Manager ARUP
Menashe Sassoon Technician Apprentice SYSTRA
Bethany Draper Apprentice - Assistant Commercial Manager Network Rail
Alexander Woods Degree Apprentice SYSTRA -
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Fireside Chat - Roy Rowlands and Helen Fospero How TCR NORTH & RTM transform dialogue into deals, and ideas into impactful contracts
Roy discusses the success of TransCityRail over the years, and how it has been a powerful catalyst for progress—sparking countless conversations that have led to real, tangible success for suppliers across the industry.
Roy Rowlands Business Development Director Cognitive Media Group -
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James Richardson, Managing Director, Transpennine Route Upgrade TRU - A year of delivery and looking ahead to the formation of GBR
James reflects on his first year as MD and the major achievements and milestones achieved on the Transpennine Route Upgrade, the largest investment in the conventional railway and shares lessons from the TRU model, which are helping shape Great British Railways.
Simon Elliott Head of Rail Transport for Greater Manchester -
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Leaders Debate - Northbound: The Future of Light Rail & Mass Transit in the North of England in partnership with Egis
Leaders discussed how light rail, tram-train, and rapid transit could drive growth across the North by cutting congestion/emissions and connecting people to jobs, homes, and education.
Lindsay Murphy Interim Chair UKTram
Melanie Corcoran Executive Director of Transport South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority
James Hill Urban Transit Director Egis -
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Leaders Debate - Rail Connectivity Across the North – Infrastructure, Social Impact, and Economic Growth
Leaders discuss how rail reshaped the North of England—using schemes like Northern Powerhouse Rail to cut journey times, boost capacity, and better link cities such as Manchester, Leeds, and Newcastle—while strengthening community cohesion through improved access to education, jobs, and healthcare alongside apprenticeships and local initiatives.
Paul Routledge Operations Manager Rail Kier Transportation
Cllr Phil Riley Transport Lead Lancashire Combined County Authority
Jools Townsend CEO Community Rail Network
Sean Croshaw Strategic Rail Manager Transport for Greater Manchester -
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Jake Kelly, Managing Director, North West & Central Region, Network Rail
Jake shares upcoming infrastructure opportunities and how the supply chain can get ready for what is ahead.
Jake Kelly Managing Director, North West & Central Region Network Rail
The TransCityRail North event brought together senior leaders from infrastructure owners, rail operators, major contractors, transport authorities and government to share strategic insight into the coming pipeline of rail investment and supply-chain opportunity across the North of England.
Keynote and panel sessions showcased the practical what, when and how of future programmes — covering route briefings, CP7 renewals, surge windows and major transit schemes.
Keynote and panel sessions showcased the practical what, when and how of future programmes — covering route briefings, CP7 renewals, surge windows and major transit schemes.
Conference Highlights:
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A session on how AI and digital technology are transforming Britain’s rail network, exploring predictive maintenance, digital twins, smart timetabling and data-driven efficiency.
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A debate on the future of light rail and mass-transit in the North, focusing on tram-train, rapid transit corridors, funding models, accessibility, and early delivery.
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A discussion on rail connectivity across the North — addressing infrastructure, social impact and regional economic growth through improved journey times, access to jobs and education, and supply-chain stimulation.
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An apprentice panel illustrating how the next generation are entering the rail sector, sharing their experiences and what the industry must do to attract and retain talent.
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Route-director briefings and leadership reflections from major programmes such as the Transpennine Route Upgrade, with lessons learned, delivery milestones and the outlook under Great British Railways.
With the full suite of recorded sessions now available on-demand, suppliers, delivery partners and industry stakeholders can revisit the discussion-rich content, review the insights, and act on the practical opportunities revealed.
This archive is your gateway to understanding where investment is heading, who is doing what, and how you might engage.
This archive is your gateway to understanding where investment is heading, who is doing what, and how you might engage.
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