Getting There Greener: EMR improves Sheffield station air quality with taxi rank ventilation upgrade

  • EMR project to improve air quality at Sheffield station yields promising results 
  • New ventilation shows a reduction of 35 per cent in nitrogen dioxide emissions
  • Project part of EMR's wide Getting There Greener strategy  

"I got a little shock because it's very fancy" - Customers praise new refurbished train

  • Customers heap praise on first refurbished train in £23 million programme to modernise the Class 170 fleet
  • Refurbishment will improve customer experience with brand-new seats and tables and modern charging facilities
  • Other improvements include refurbished toilets, upgraded flooring, and a newly installed passenger information system
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East Midlands and London St Pancras passengers advised to plan ahead for Sunday 27 April

  • Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup semi-final and London Marathon mean more people travelling.
  • Essential engineering work means East Midlands Railway (EMR) and Thameslink trains all using high level platforms at St Pancras and EMR will run a limited service.
  • Queuing systems will be in place at stations and trains are expected to be full and standing.

Big regional refurb: EMR welcomes first revamped Class 170 train into service

  • EMR unveils newly refurbished Class 170 train 
  • First train in £23 million programme to modernise the 170 fleet 
  • Refurbishment will improve customer experience with brand-new seats and tables and modern charging facilities
  • Other improvements include refurbished toilets, upgraded flooring, and a newly installed passenger information system 

EMR receives White Ribbon UK accreditation for commitment to ending violence against women

  • EMR awarded White Ribbon UK accreditation 
  • The operator will deliver an action plan over the next three years to embed the charity’s values
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Skegness Summer: EMR release heat map to help customers travel at the quietest times this summer

  • EMR has shared a seat availability guide to help customers plan their journey to Skegness this summer
  • The guide highlights the times of day to avoid for those seeking a quieter service
  • Top tips are also included, such as advice on travelling light and guidance for those bringing bedding
  • Recommendations are provided for both sunny and rainy days, along with suggestions on how to save money on your trip.
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EMR partners with charity to improve travel for autistic people

  • EMR has worked with the National Autistic Society to train staff
  • The staff training was designed to foster a more supportive environment for autistic customers
  • Operator now putting training into practice and have been praised for recently supporting a customer
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New community space near Alfreton Station taking shape with help from EMR's Community fund

  • EMR Community Fund Awards Grant to Help Create Event Space Near Alfreton
  • Terminus Park will provide valuable outdoor community space for local events and education
  • The site will also include a display area for historic artefacts from London St Pancras Station – helping to explain the area's historic role in constructing parts of the iconic London landmark.
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