Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom

The new East West Rail route will better connect communities between Oxford and Cambridge and supercharge growth.   With a brand new station at Tempsford, the line will support the growth of a new community and provide better access to opportunities across the region.

We’re providing £63m of funding to help the development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in the UK.   Potential SAF producers will be able to apply for funding through a one-year extension to the Advanced Fuel Fund. The funding will help to support the creation of jobs and provide a supply of SAF for UK airlines, helping to tackle the carbon and environmental impacts from aviation.   This investment follows the SAF Mandate having recently come into force earlier this month, and the Government's commitment to introduce a Revenue Certainty Mechanism to support producers.

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We want to hear your views on how we can make transport work better for you to help inform our Integrated National Transport Strategy. Share your ideas before 20th February 2025: https://lnkd.in/enNBxEyf

We're committed to using data science and artificial intelligence (AI) to enable a more resilient transport system, delivering cheaper, cleaner, safer and quicker journeys for all.  Find out more about our data science and AI events:

Do you work in cutting edge maritime technology and want to take your ideas to the next level? If so, we've launched new funding to help decarbonise sea travel as part of the latest round of the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC6). The CMDC is designed to support clean maritime technologies including electric, hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, wind power and more. Previous funding from the competition has already supported over 300 organisations across every nation and region in the UK, and secured over £100m of private investment. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eiXhe_np

We are excited to announce that our TUI Airline Multi-Crew Pilot Licence (MPL) Cadet UK Programme opened for applications this week. 🧑✈️ Our 19-month programme is the perfect opportunity for those with little or no flying experience to begin their journey in aviation. You'll complete comprehensive training and graduate ready to join TUI as a Cadet Pilot flying the Boeing 737. Applications close on 31st January, so don’t miss your chance to start your dream career! 🔗 Apply today and take the first step toward your future in the skies: https://bit.ly/421xNzC

From January 1st, flights departing from the UK will use greener fuels, as the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Mandate officially comes into force.   The SAF Mandate will ensure by law that SAF must make up at least 2% of all jet fuel in flights taking off from the UK from 2025, growing year-on-year to 10% by 2030 and 22% by 2040.   The UK is one of the first countries in the world to sign a Sustainable Aviation Fuel mandate into law, putting us at the forefront of decarbonising air travel, kickstarting the Government’s Plan for Change.   SAF production will support thousands of skilled jobs in every part of the country, deliver economic growth and help make the UK a clean energy superpower. https://lnkd.in/egUY9Dd7   [LINK TO PN]

🎖️ Four of our colleagues have been recognised for their outstanding contributions in the King’s New Year Honours list. Kathleen O’Malley, a project manager in our Southern region, has received a British Empire Medal for her outstanding work in creating the Routes Out of Homelessness charter for the railway. Kathleen’s efforts in promoting support and outreach services to homeless individuals in Birmingham, Manchester and London have helped more than 300 people secure temporary or permanent accommodation. Peter Gibbons, chief security officer, has received a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for his leadership in delivering the UK’s £10m aid programme to Ukrainian Railways. Peter coordinated the delivery of vital equipment to ensure the continued operation of Ukraine’s rail network, spending time on the ground in Ukraine to liaise directly with Ukrainian Railways. He secured funding from the Foreign Office’s overseas development aid budget and worked closely with technical engineers to ensure the equipment was suitable for Ukraine’s unique rail gauge. Janet Trowse, who worked as a leader in Human Resources for over seven years, has also been recognised with an MBE. In 2017, Janet spearheaded the Menopause Awareness Project at Network Rail, creating a national network of allies and ambassadors, reaching 150,000 employees across the rail industry. For the past five years, Janet has driven awareness and change, dispelling myths and taboos surrounding menopause, making the organisation and the wider rail industry a more menopause-friendly workplace. The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development has submitted Network Rail as a case study to the All-Party Political Group for policy reform, and Janet gave evidence at the Women and Equalities Select Committee consultation, supporting calls for free HRT for women in England. Meanwhile, Andrew Haines, our chief executive, has received a Knighthood. Andrew’s career began with a holiday job in the left luggage office at London Victoria station. He has since become a once-in-a-generation transport leader, leading Network Rail since 2018 and addressing challenges head on while maintaining a focus on safety and delivering the best possible services for the public. Andrew said: “I am incredibly honoured to receive this award. It’s not every day a boy from a comprehensive school in Merthyr Tydfil, or indeed anyone from the railway is recognised in this way, so it is immensely humbling. It’s a tribute to the work of the many thousands of people in the rail sector. “That’s why it’s a special pleasure to offer my congratulations to Kathleen, Janet and Peter for achieving recognition for the exceptional work that they have done in support of homelessness outreach, menopause awareness and Ukrainian Railways aid, respectively. We are all proud members of a railway industry that strives to deliver the best for passengers, freight users and the communities that we serve, every day.”

On 24 February 2025, the rules that shape how public bodies buy goods and services will change. The Procurement Act 2023 will improve and streamline the way procurement is done and benefit prospective suppliers of all sizes, particularly small businesses, start-ups and social enterprises. The Department for Transport and Cabinet Office are hosting two Procurement Act 2023 Webinars 21 January, 9am to 10:30am, and 4 February, 2pm to 3:30pm, to demystify what the Act means for the supply chain. The webinar will include: - Transforming Public Procurement - Update on the Procurement Act 2023. - What is a Central Digital Platform. - Guidance on the Public Procurement Knowledge Drops.   The webinar is free and open to all suppliers, to register an interest please click this link: https://lnkd.in/dpc2Ek33 The agenda and supporting documentation will be sent closer to the date of the event. Any queries please contact [email protected]