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An Inspector Calls (mini-blog)

  The play by J B Priestley concerns a Police Inspector Goole, who calls on an “unsuspecting” well heeled family as they relax after dinner. It turns out, as the play progresses, (spoiler alert!) that each member of the family has had a part in the crime under investigation. It is good, tense play and very well crafted. Many readers…

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Monday’s Friday Reads – 11 November 2024

• The Class 799 Hydrogen Train: Video (Geoff Marshall) • Converting NYC Commuter Rail to Regional Rail; Plus Eliminating Crosstown Traffic on 14th St (Zach F Howe) • New extension finally connects Barcelona’s tramway lines (Urban Transport Magazine) • Melbourne Suburban Rail Loop go ahead after $1.7bn deal signed (The Guardian) • Wood Lane Station: Third Time Lucky?: Video (Jago…

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Keep it Cool Celebrates 10 Years For The Food Industry

Operating out of Yorkshire, Keep it Cool (founded in 2014) offers specialist same-day refrigerated and temperature-controlled delivery services for the food industry. Over the years, the organisation has developed a trusted reputation for the rapid, yet safe handling of urgent deliveries and has become a partner of choice for an industry where just-in-time logistics prevail. Furthermore, the company also maintains…

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Funebrial Fun? A Fond Farewell (1)

  Funerals always offer the “congregation” a bit of a challenge. Northampton correspondent Alan’s involved sadness, memories and “saying goodbye”. He and fbb had been chums for almost 70 years! But would it really be goodbye – God be with you – would it be “a dieu”, “a l’enfer” or even “au revoir” – in either location? But your usually…

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Sunday Variety (not very mini blog)

 Bradford : “Polite Suspicion” Above was the original bus station built as part of Bradford Interchange. It was subsequently completely rebuilt and became half the original size, but convenient none-the-less. fbb travelled from it in its second phase and it was impressive,  with excellent information. But something went wrong. It seemed that bits had fallen off the roof and the…

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Tuesday LR Meeting 12th November 2024

A quick reminder to those interested that our next meeting of 2024 is on Tuesday 12th November at the Crosse Keys pub in the City of London which you will be pleased to know is air-conditioned. Normally at least a couple of us are there by 6.30 p.m. Join us anytime in the evening. For more details click ‘Monthly Meetup…

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Bluebird Bothered By Battle (2 – mini blog)

On first inspection, this change seems a reasonable development. This is what Lothian wrote. On Sunday 1 December, a service change will take effect to help support growth in the region, providing better access and greater journey opportunities for customers in West Lothian and west Edinburgh. With new developments in Winchburgh and increasing customer demand in Kirkliston due to significant…

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Rowell’s Transport: A Legacy of Excellence in Bulk Haulage

With a legacy of professionalism and an unwavering commitment to customer service, Rowell’s Transport continues to be a trusted partner in the agricultural and haulage sectors. Rowell’s Transport feature in T&L issue 268. Click to read Founded in 1986 by Alfred and Trevor Rowell, Rowell’s Transport has remained a family-run business with a reputation for providing high-quality bulk haulage services.…

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Friday Reads – 8 November 2024

• Discontinuous electrification selected for East West Rail (Rail Business UK) • Infrastructure tsar warns of ‘real challenge’ for HS2 to reach Euston (Standard) • Oxford’s Brand New Railway Project: A Look At The Cowley Branch Line: Video (SomeNorthLondoner) • Consultation launched on new plans to transform Liverpool Street Station (Rail UK) • Eurostar to run direct Amsterdam-London service from…

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APEX/IFSA Global EXPO Showcases the Future of Aviation

Nearly 3,000 of the top airline industry decision-makers, including representatives from 90 airlines, walked the industry’s most comprehensive show floor, APEX/IFSA Global EXPO 2024. Co-located with Future Travel Experience (FTE) the record-breaking event featured 262 exhibitors across three shows representing the full spectrum of the passenger experience. Attendees experienced cutting-edge airline-related technologies, products, and services, such as advanced in-flight connectivity,…

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