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Official Twitter page of GB Railfreight, operator of rail freight services across the UK and employer of over 1,400 staff
Joined January 2013
Today we unveiled our game-changing hybrid Class 99 locomotive at @InnoTrans. The first heavy-haul hybrid locomotive capable of moving significant volume at mainline speeds on electrified and non-electrified sections of the rail network. Read more here:
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New livery? Yes, please 😍. Today we’ve unveiled our latest Class 69 locomotive outshopped in retro BR Rail Research livery. Class 69004 celebrates our operation at RIDC Melton, a dedicated test facility for new technology in the rail industry. #Class69 #LiveryReveal
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In a landmark moment, GB Railfreight has made the final planned coal delivery by rail in the UK. We delivered the shipment to @uniper_energy Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station, as it prepares for closure on 30 September. (1/4)
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You'll need a jacket for this one ❄. Watch our brand ambassador Francis Bourgeois find out how our Snow and Ice treatment trains keep the railway running in the winter months. #GBRfxFrancis #SITT #winterweather #SoundOn
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Check out this amazing capture by GBRf Train Manager, Kevin Stokes 😍. Pictured is 66785 arriving at Southampton Western Docks, last night, after making the journey from Doncaster with ocean liner 'Queen Mary 2' behind it. #FreightFriday
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Today we've unveiled our latest Class 66 locomotive named 'Glory to Ukraine', outshopped in a special Ukrainian livery. The newly painted locomotive honours the people affected by the conflict as they continue to courageously defend their homeland. #WeStandWithUkraine 🇺🇦
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One last ride 🚂. After closing on a 37-year career in the railway, we invited Wembley-based Signaller, Yvonne, for a cab ride on board 92023 to celebrate her retirement. Train Driver, Steve Read, worked the final service signalled by Yvonne and carried out the special day.
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GBRf are proud to unveil our latest class 66 newly renamed ‘British Rail 1948-1997’. The loco marks the 70th anniversary of British Railways and is currently undergoing a number of modifications to bring to GBRf 66/7 standard and reliability #class66 #gbrf #britishrailways
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We're proud to unveil our first painted Class 69 that has been specially livered in British Rail Large Loco livery. Repainted by Arlington Fleet Services in Eastleigh, 69002 will now return back to EMD Longport to undergo further completion works. #Class69 #NewLivery
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Name a more iconic Anglo-American meeting, we’ll wait. Today marks the unveiling of the first Class 69 locomotive, 69001 "Mayflower". #Class69 #Mayflower [THREAD]
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Update on our Class 99!. Last week, our owners Infracapital and John Smith headed to Stadler in Valencia to see the progress on our game changing Class 99, the UK’s first bi-mode heavy haul locomotives… (1/3)
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Today marks the special unveiling of our two newly repainted Class 47 Locomotives, 47 739 & 47 749 "City of Truro". Repainted by Arlington Fleet Services at Eastleigh, these locos will be moved to Leicester where they will be based specially for GBRf Rail Services.
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🚂 Cab ride on board Class 73962.🛤 Class 66 simulator experience.🏢 Peterborough headquarters tour. It was great to give Tik-Tok train loving sensation, Francis Bourgeois the FULL GBRf experience yesterday. #FrancisMeetsFreight
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Signed. Sealed. Delivered. Please welcome our new brand ambassador Francis Bourgeois to the #GBRfFamily . #GBRfxFrancis #BigAnnouncement
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Progress had been made on our Class 69s by #EMD at Longport. Load bank testing was recently completed on Class 69001 with its engine now powering and compressor running. We look forward to carrying out testing on the #SevernValleyRailway soon. #Class69 @Progress_Rail
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Today we’re proud to announce a new 10-year locomotive leasing deal with @Akiem_live. We’re investing £25 million to lease 11 Class 77 and Class 66 locomotives. Pictures of them in GBRf colours to follow soon. Read more here:
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Class 69001 left Longport today to begin testing at the #SevernValleyRailway. The locomotive will undergo loaded and light engine test runs to enable its computer systems to be evaluated and set up for best operational specifications. #Class69 #Progress
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We've reached a landmark moment. Our 100th Class 66 locomotive has just entered service. We've painted the loco in a very special livery to celebrate the milestone alongside Her Majesty's #PlatinumJubilee
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In partnership with Beacon Rail Leasing, GBRf are pleased to release our newly named Class 60, 60 026 "Helvellyn", into traffic today. Adorned in Beacon Rail blue livery and GBRf logos, 60 026 "Helvellyn" was named after one of the original Class 44 "Peak" locomotives.
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We’ve got a very special guest on board with us today 👀. Hit that 👍 button Francis fans and let’s get the hashtag #FrancisMeetsFreight trending!. More to follow…
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We’re only 40 followers away from 5000 and to honour this we want to giveaway some GBRf merchandise. To enter the contest, please like & retweet this post and be sure to follow our page. The winner will be announced once we reach the big 5000! #Raceto5000 #giveaway.
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We're delighted today to unveil the new livery adorning Class 50s 50007 & 50049, that will haul @PathfinderTours “The Terminator-Pheonixed” Railtour on Saturday. Working with the #Class50Alliance these locos will add another layer to our capacity across the Rail Services sector.
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We’re only 40 followers away from 6000 and to celebrate this we want to giveaway some GBRf Merchandise. To enter the contest, please like and retweet this post, and be sure to follow our page. The winner will be announced once we reach the big milestone. #Raceto6000 #giveaway
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Demonstrating our ongoing commitment to @EastMidRailway today sees the transfer of the first Class 360 unit from Ilford to Cricklewood, using our Class 50 locomotives. #RailServices
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Class 69001 has been put through its paces by #EMD at the #SevernValleyRailway. Recent tests include successfully calibrating its electronics and load demand sequences, which has proved the locomotive is performing better than expected at this stage of testing. #Class69 #Update
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We can mend your 'mare @NandosUK. Our PERI-fast trains run across the UK and can get 72 HGV loads of chicken off the roads and onto your plates 🍗. DMs open ✌. #BetterByRail #NandosByRail.
@Kaycandiceee The UK supply chain is having a bit of a ‘mare right now. This is having a knock-on effect with some of our restaurants across England, Scotland and Wales. We are doing everything we can to get the PERi-PERi back where it belongs – on your plates!.
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Class 69 tones incoming 🔊. Watch Francis Bourgeois get to know our newly repowered locomotives as they enter traffic. #GBRfxFrancis #Class69
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We've signed a new seven-year deal with the Caledonian Sleeper! The contract was signed over the weekend with @scotgov and @CalSleeper. Read more on our website: 1/2
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#HappyBirthdayCaptainTom 🎉. We want to thank you for your amazing fundraising efforts for the NHS with a birthday surprise - a locomotive named in your honour. It brings us great joy to unveil to you 'Captain Tom Moore- A true British Inspiration'. ➡
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Working closely with @Hanson_UK, we operated the first stone service from Penmaenmawr Quarry, North Wales, for the first time in over a decade. The newly reopened railhead will reduce HGV traffic on the roads, helping to cut carbon emissions. #BetterByRail #stonetrain
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We are proud to announce our latest named locomotive ‘Graham Farish – 50th Anniversary 1970-2020'. Working closely with #BachmannEurope, the newly painted Class 60 is in honour of the contribution made by Graham Farish to model railways over the past 50 years. #Class60 #Naming
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We can’t wait to carry our message of thanks to all our frontline workers fighting to keep us safe 🌈. #ThankYouNHS #NHSHeroes
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The reunion we’ve all been waiting for is here 🤝 . It was great to invite Francis Bourgeois for a cab ride on board 73962 ‘Dick Mabbutt’. Wait till the end for BIG tones 🚂. 🎥 francis.bourgeois . #Trainspotting #FrancisMeetsFreight
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We've successfully trialled using former commuter trains for the express delivery of parcels 📦. The trial showed how the service could play a role in helping with the logistical challenge of delivering vital supplies to UK hospitals. #KeepBritainOnTrack
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Another major milestone in the GBRf Class 69 build and another GBRf first 🏆. This week saw the first fully overhauled bogie arrive at #EMD Longport from overhauler #PullmanRail Cardiff. #Class69 #Progress
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Our inspiration 🙌. Today saw us celebrate GBRf’s Paul Taylor who, despite battling prostate cancer himself, has raised thousands of pounds for @ProstateUK by planning our third mammoth charity rail tour.
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#FreightFacts: On average, one gallon of fuel will move one tonne of goods 246 miles on the rail network, while the same amount will only get you 88 miles by road. Also, rail freight’s CO2 emissions are 76 per cent lower than road’s, per tonne carried. #MoreFreightByRail
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We are hugely proud to unveil our GBRf Class 66 locomotive, Peterborough United. This loco Is dedicated to our much loved and missed colleague, Nick Sinclair
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On behalf of @EastMidRailway, we supported the 1st movement of a Class 360 from Ilford to Northampton Kings Heath Depot using our specially modified Class 47s. We look forward to continuing to deliver the remaining 20 units. 📸- David Simpson. #RailServices
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We are proud to announce our latest named locomotive 'Battle of Britain 80th Anniversary' to commemorate our Royal Air Force (RAF) who bravely fought for our freedom during the great event and to remember those who sacrificed their lives for their nation. #BattleofBritain80
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Keep a look out for "PLATINUM JUBILEE" 66734, our 100th Class 66th, which begins its first full day of service today. #PlatinumJubilee
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Recognise this classic maroon and yellow livery?.Last week we repainted one of our latest converted class 69s in Eastleigh. Class 69 locomotive 69009 will soon be in traffic. Let us know if you spot 69009 and tag us in.📷. Read more on our website:
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Train-loving TikTok star, Francis Bourgeois went loco when he spotted our Class 73/9 'Dick Mabbutt' at Brighton Station, this week. Here’s all you need to know about the railway legend behind Francis’ favourite locomotive. 🎥 francis.bourgeois
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Tomorrow we unveil a game-changing locomotive. Watch this space…
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Today we celebrated @KandESRailway 50th anniversary, by renaming one of our class 73 locomotive 73128, and to mark the start of work to extend the line to Robertsbridge. Read more on our website: @HuwMerriman @LordPeterHendy @SteveWhiteRail
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We are extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Captain Sir Tom Moore, he will always remain a True British Inspiration 💙 . We send our deepest condolences to his loved ones.
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We're happy to announce our partnership with @ProgressRail, EMD, who will be converting up to 16 Class 56's, to fulfil our growing demand for heavy freight locomotives across the country. The locos will be reclassified as Class 69s and the first prototype is expected in May 2020.
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Our friends at #ArlingtonFleetServices taking part in the 6th weekly #clapforkeyworkers, in front of our latest named locomotive 'Captain Tom Moore- A true British Inspiration'. We thank all #KeyWorkers for continuing to work incredibly hard to keep the country moving. #ThankYou
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Last weekend saw John Harlow, Westbury TM, retire in style having worked his last shift at GBRf, on a Class 50 hauled charter to Plymouth from Reading. On behalf of all your friends and colleagues here at GBRf we wish you a very happy retirement John!
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#LestWeForget those who took the ultimate sacrifice and fought bravely for our freedom. We will remember them all. #RemembranceSunday
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GBRf is pleased to announce that 16 of our new Class 69 Diesel Electric Locomotives have been authorised for placing into service by the Office of Road and Rail. #Class69 @railandroad.
We’ve authorised the placing in service of 16 Class 69 Diesel Electric Locomotives for use by @GBRailfreight. ▶️ These locos are a rebuild of some of its Class 56 rolling stock 👇
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Staff at our Eastleigh Depot came together to take part in the 7th weekly #clapforkeyworkers, by sounding horns and flashing lights to thank #KeyWorkers for the role they are playing in keeping our country moving. 📽 Marcus Betts. #ThankYouThursday
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It's electrifying ⚡. Francis Bourgeois visited Wellingborough to learn about the UK's first rail freight electrification trial that's pathing the way towards #netzero emissions. #GBRfxFrancis #DecarbonisingRailFreight
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Today we opened our new maintenance hub in Tonbridge! . 💷 A £2.5 million investment. 🚌 It’s larger than nine double-decker buses. 🚂 A purpose-built hub to maintain our class 73s, 69s and 66s. Read more on our website: (1/2)
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🚂 Watch the new Class 99 in action, switching smoothly between diesel and electric power at Stadler’s test track! ⚡🌍 A major step forward in #RailFreight innovation and sustainability. Video credits: @Stadler. #Class99 #Sustainability #RailInnovation
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Following disturbance caused by COVID-19, we can't wait to restart the Fort William Service for @CalSleeper and have moved the coaches ready for tomorrow. Please remember if you're travelling by train to be sensible and wear a face covering. #RailServices #TravelSafely
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Really privileged to have hauled the world famous Orient Express through the Channel Tunnel today en route to London St Pancras
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We’ve been busy modifying 10 of our Class 92s with vital electrical kit & Dellner couplers for our hauling contract with @CalSleeper. Yesterday, marked big progress in the work as 92020 successfully done a 75mph test run having not operated using its own power for over 15 years.
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#LestWeForget those who served, sacrificed and changed our world. On this day, we pay tribute to the service men and women who took the ultimate sacrifice and died defending their nation. #RemembranceSunday
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We're proud to have named a loco after Gail Richardson, who has been fully dedicated to her role and always gone the extra mile since becoming part of the GBRf family. Gail has been with us since 2017 and is a Production Assistant.
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Happy #NewYear! We wish everyone health, wealth, and happiness in the New Year ahead. Let's wave goodbye to 2020 in style👋. #NewYearsEve 🎆
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On Friday, we successfully delivered the very first Class 769 FLEX for @GWRHelp on behalf of @PorterbrookRail. Mobilised in just 4 days, a truly collaborative effort ensured we delivered the unit on schedule and represents another landmark for GBRf. #RailServices
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For #freightfriday, here is a fantastic photo sent in from Jasper, one of our Short Term Timetable Planners, of 37403 crossing Lock Awe. 🚂 🏴
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Francis is at the wheel 🛤. Here he is having a ride on our state-of-the-art Class 66 simulators, at our Peterborough headquarters. Can you guess where he’s parked? . #FrancisMeetsFreight
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We are delighted to be collaborating with the #Class50Alliance by repainting heritage locomotives 50007 Hercules and 50049 Defiance in the latest GBRf livery. For further information about the partnership, please visit
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We celebrated the 1000th train for our customer @CEMEX_UK today, which marked a proud milestone in our journey together. But, we’re just getting started! @the2nicks
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Did you know that any locomotive entering the rail network must undergo Electro Magnetic Interference testing 🧲. Here's Class 69001 being recently tested for signalling interference issues at the #SevernValleyRailway in preparation for working on the mainline. #Class69 #Update
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#ThankYouNHS 💙. In partnership with @PorterbrookRail, we've decided to mark the fifth weekly #clapforkeyworkers by unveiling a specially repainted locomotive to thank frontline workers in our health and social care sector. ➡ #NHSHeroes #StayHome
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GBRf made history yesterday, when for the first time ever we successfully ran a Class 66 loco along the Oban branch, in Scotland. 66746 achieved this feat last night and is pictured here heading the Royal Scotsman into Oban Station. Many thanks to all at GBRf and @networkrail!
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GBRf are delighted to announce three class 66 locomotives will be introduced to the UK Rail network from Sweden. The locos T66 403/4/5 will become 66 790/791/792 and marks our continued growth & investment in its fleet.
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Together with @MSCCargo and @felixstowe_port, we smashed the record for the volume of containers carried on a single Intermodal service this week. Returning on its run from NWT Rotherham, the turn round of containers totalled a staggering 130 containers 👏. #KeepBritainOnTrack
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It was a pleasure seeing @SirPeterHendy supporting works at King's Cross the other day 👋. Well sort of. Here's Class 66718 'Sir Peter Hendy CBE' transporting waste material from the possession site. Keep up the good work Sir Peter 💪 . #KeepBritainOnTrack
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We were thrilled to recently support our client @CrossCountryUK with the delivery of a pair of Class 43 power cars to their base at Plymouth Laira. The acquisition of these versatile assets will strengthen their ability to serve their customers nationwide. #RailServices
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Today marked the proud unveiling of two newly named locomotives 'Amanda' and 'Maria', at Cleethorpes Station. Both locomotives celebrate Business Manager Bulk Services, Amanda Wilson, & ATM Peterborough, Maria Dennison, and their amazing work since joining GBRf.
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This week, we paid tribute to a legend of the rail media – @railnigel. We named GBRf loco 66312 ‘Nigel Harris’ at Kings Cross Station. @RAIL
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GBRf are proud to have worked with @CalSleeper yesterday in launching their.new Mark 5 Sleeper coaches with a special run for invited guests. In partnership with @WabtecCorp, we've modified twelve Class 92 & six Class 73 locomotives to haul these vehicles on both sleeper routes.
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Planning is well advanced for our 4-day Charity Railtour GBRf 2020-"This Time it’s Personal”, taking place in April 2021. The event now includes a number of changes that would not have been possible this year and we can't wait to announce the new itinerary soon 👀
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We're proud to continually support our key client @EastMidRailway with the transfer and retirement of their HST fleet. #RailServices #FiftyFriday
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We were happy to assist @EastMidRailway with the delivery of their final two Class 180’s into Derby Etches Park. This forms another crucial part of EMR’s strategic fleet plan moving towards December 2020, in support of the regions and customers it serves. #RailServices
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Yesterday we named a Class 73 after the much loved and missed GBRf colleague, Des O'Brien. Des sadly passed away from cancer in 2018 and was a great supporter of our charity rail tours over the years. He will forever be in our thoughts 🙏
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An amazing achievement in surpassing £30 million raised for the NHS @captaintommoore and huge congratulations on your promotion to Honorary Colonel. After today, your loco will be pulling crucial rail freight throughout the country. We salute you 👏. #HappyBirthdayCaptainTom
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This weekend, to celebrate Drax Group UK’s 50th anniversary – we gave them the perfect gift to mark the occasion, a gold locomotive!. 66 301 was named ‘Drax Power Station 50’ to mark the occasion as part of the festivities.
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Today GBRf completed the acquisition of 10 class 66 locomotives from DB Cargo. Pictured is our new 66781 and 66780 locos. We look forward to putting them into good use in 2018
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A huge congratulations to our team at the @Swanage_Railway Gala for raising an amazing £4,200 for @ProstateUK. Well done to all those involved in selling railway memorabilia to raise such an impressive amount of money!
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What a cracking picture @GaryLennon16! Stunning! Do we have your permission to use this pic going forward with full credit?.
@GBRailfreight’s 66738 ‘Huddersfield Town’ at Upper Tyndrum under a West Highland rainbow, with the 0625 North Blyth - Fort William. The train consists of 24 loaded wagons at 1200 tonnes, containing alumina, bound for the Lochaber Smelter.
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GBRf are excited to announce this summer, we will be running our third ever 4-day charity railtour- GBRf 2020 “This Time it’s Personal”. 🎥 View the announcement video here- ℹ For more information visit #ThisTimeitsPersonal
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Yesterday, we ran our first service from Shap to Ashton-in -Makerfield terminal as part of new-to-rail traffic being delivered by our refurbished Class 60 traction. Here freshly-painted 60095 stands as the first load is delivered to Hanson Aggregates’ newest railhead.
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Our latest intermodal train operating to the Port of Liverpool from the East Midlands marks our 21st Intermodal service to date and removes 20,000 lorry journeys off our roads, enabling goods and materials to be transported in a more sustainable way. #MoreFreightByRail
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Last Wednesday, we honoured a GBRf tradition by hosting our ladies naming ceremony. This year we were proud to name locomotive 66790 after Louise Garwood and locomotive 66798 after Justine Langton, to honour their hard work to GBRf. Read more:
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