Tag Archives: Michael Roberts

ELECTRIFICATION GOOD NEWS FOR PASSENGERS, ENVIRONMENT AND ECONOMY – ATOC

Contact: ATOC Media Office, 0207 841 8020 In response to today’s announcement that a number of key rail routes in the North West are to be electrified, Michael Roberts, Chief Executive of the Association of Train Operating Companies, said: “The … Continue reading

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ONE CHEAP TRAIN TICKET SOLD EVERY SECOND IN RUN-UP TO XMAS – NEW FIGURES SHOW

There has been a surge in the number of people taking advantage of cheap, recession–busting train tickets in the run-up to Christmas, with one ‘Advance’ fare being sold every second over the first 10 days of December. Figures published today … Continue reading

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CHANCELLOR’S PLEDGE ON RAIL IS GOOD NEWS FOR PASSENGERS – ATOC

In response to the Chancellor’s announcement, Michael Roberts, Chief Executive of the Association of Train Operating Companies, said: “It is excellent news that the Government has underlined its commitment to improving the railways, including the electrification of key parts of … Continue reading

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New Figures Show Best Ever Train Service Performance -ATOC

In response to Office of Rail Regulation figures showing the best ever train service performance, Michael Roberts, Chief Executive of the Association of Train Operating Companies, said: “These figures show that train companies are becoming ever more reliable at ensuring … Continue reading

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ATOC responds to the Green Alliance report ‘The Right Route’

ATOC responds to ‘The Right Route’ report In response to the publication of ‘The Right Route’ report, Michael Roberts, chief executive of the Association of Train Operating Companies, said: “This report makes an important contribution to the debate on greener … Continue reading

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