Tesco and DRS celebrate 20 years of rail freight
DRS and Tesco mark 20 years of sustainable rail freight
Nuclear drivers to train on new simulators
Direct Rail Services (DRS) has revealed that it will now be using state-of-the-art simulators to train its drivers.
Bachmann announces new Class 20 locomotive
At midday today (Friday 11 September), Bachmann Europe announced its next New Tooling project by Graham Farish.
Direct Rail Services opens depot to school children
As part of Rail Safety Week, pupils from a local school were welcomed to Direct Rail Services' (DRS) Kingmoor Depot.
Progress made in plans for a direct London to Switzerland rail link
Eurostar, Swiss Federal Railways, and SNCF Voyageurs have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore direct rail services between London and Swit…
Thunderbird Lady Penelope included in DRS locomotive sale
Direct Rail Services has placed 4 Class 57 locomotives up for sale, as well as other assets. Class 57s No. 57304, 57307 ‘Lady Penelope’, 57308…
ROG and DRS sign Class 93 locomotive agreement
A 2-year agreement has been signed by Rail Operations Group and Direct Rail Services that will see the Class 93 locomotives stored and maintained at…
Direct Rail Services announces 2026 open day
Direct Rail Services (DRS) has confirmed that its much-anticipated open day will be returning later this year, welcoming visitors to a special behind-…
Night time Direct Rail Services photoshoot raises money for Cumbrian Charity
Last month, Direct Rail Services held a charity event just outside of Maryport.
Rail freight brings Christmas cheer to Railway 200
New figures show that freight transported by rail is playing an increasingly vital part in bringing Christmas cheer to the nation’s households.
