Explainer video
Stations of the Future
Discover how innovation is reshaping the UK's railways — from greener energy systems and intelligent robots to accessible, connected stations that serve both people and communities.
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Our railways have been connecting us since the first Industrial Revolution, profoundly shaping our history and culture. We’re now living through the fourth Industrial Revolution and our railways are changing again. The climate emergency means we need to travel greener. So how can we address this? By connecting innovation.
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New battery, electric and hydrogen systems are decarbonizing our rail infrastructure. Perfect when paired with sustainable station design. Digital technologies like AI and the Internet of things are not just changing how we get from A to B. The power of data is also revolutionizing how we operate our railways. Intelligent robots are now repairing railway tracks.
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Drones are making maintenance and security more efficient. And all the while, we’re connecting to improve the passenger experience too. Becoming more seamless thanks to wave finding technology, real time passenger information and ticketless travel. Our trains, buses and stations are also becoming more accessible and easy to navigate. A must have for the 14 million people in the UK who live with a disability.
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And the railways of the future won’t just connect trains, they’ll connect people and businesses too, as stations become interconnected hubs for co working, leisure, retail and innovation. The future of our railways is also the future of better connected places which are safer for every kind of traveller. That’s why we’re working with rail operators, local authorities and innovators to create the stations of tomorrow and improve the quality of life in the communities that they serve.
