Beacon Rail

We’re thrilled to announce Beacon’s inaugural 5-a-side football tournament in Amsterdam this May, bringing together our European customers and partners for a day of friendly competition and networking. With teams already confirmed, it’s shaping up to be a fantastic event. There are still places available— if you would like to take part please reach out to Viren Walia or Joey Doekhie for more details. All proceeds will go to Railway Children, supporting their vital work with vulnerable young people. Looking forward to seeing many of you there!

We are excited to announce the successful completion of a sale and leaseback transaction with Rail Polska Sp. z o.o. for the 12th 207E locomotive! This locomotive is the 2nd of a new program of 10 locomotives, further strengthening our collaboration with Rail Polska and reinforcing our commitment to delivering efficient and innovative rail solutions. #Rail

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The Class 99 locomotive is showcasing its advanced dual-mode technology at the Stadler test track, smoothly alternating between diesel and electric power. Engineered to boost operational efficiency, minimize emissions, and set a new benchmark for UK rail freight, this locomotive represents a significant step forward for the industry. A big thank you to Stadler for capturing and showcasing this demonstration. #Class99 #RailInnovation Video Credits: Stadler Valencia

We are happy to announce the successful completion of a sale and leaseback transaction with Rail Polska Sp. z o.o. for the 11th 207E locomotive! This locomotive marks the beginning of a second batch of 10 locomotives, further strengthening our collaboration with Rail Polska and reinforcing our commitment to delivering efficient and innovative rail solutions. #RailIndustry #207ELocomotive

Beacon Rail and Siemens Mobility have signed a major framework agreement for the delivery of Vectron multi system locomotives, with an initial contract of 25 units. The new Vectron locomotives with a power of 6.4 MW will supplement the existing Vectron Beacon fleet. The units will be produced at the Siemens Mobility plant in Munich-Allach, while the bogies will come from the global competence center in Graz.   With this initial order, Beacon increases its Vectron fleet in continental Europe to over 180 locomotives and provides a further commitment to the European 4-axle electric rail freight and passenger markets.   Adam Cunliffe, CEO Beacon says: "A modern and reliable locomotive fleet is central to supporting our customers. Beacon is one of the largest operators of the Vectron locomotive which we know provides an efficient and dependable service to our customers. Beacon is delighted that it can continue the successful partnership it has developed with Siemens offering a fleet with comprehensive interoperability in France, Germany, and the main freight and passenger corridors.”   Albrecht Neumann, CEO Rolling Stock Siemens Mobility says: "We are pleased that the long-standing partnership between Beacon and Siemens will continue on a solid foundation through the framework agreement and these initial orders."

Exciting news from InnoTrans today with the unveiling of the Class 99 locomotive, a collaboration between Beacon Rail, GB Railfreight (GBRf), and Stadler. We heard compelling speeches from Adam Cunliffe, CEO of Beacon Rail, John Smith, CEO of GBRf, Iñigo Parra, President of Stadler, and Ralf Warwel, Stadler’s UK and Ireland Sales Director. Each highlighted the significance of the Class 99 for the UK rail freight sector. With its advanced hybrid technology, the Class 99 is set to transform the industry offering enhanced operational efficiency, flexibility, and a focus on sustainability. A true milestone for the future of rail freight! Thank you to everyone who organised and attended this event. #InnoTrans2024 #Class99 #RailInnovation 

We’re live at InnoTrans in Berlin and excited to welcome you to Stand 540, Hall A, CityCube! Whether you're a valued customer, supplier, or someone new to us, we’d love to connect at this fantastic event. Our Beacon team, with colleagues from offices in Amsterdam, London, Luxembourg, Milan, and Munich, are here and ready to meet you. Drop by anytime between Tuesday 24th until Friday 27th September! #Innotrans2024 #RailIndustry #MesseBerlin

We invite you to visit our Beacon colleagues at Stand 540 in Hall A Citycube at InnoTrans in Berlin next week! We look forward to welcoming existing customers and suppliers and developing new relationships at what is always a fantastic event. Beacon colleagues from all our offices located in Amsterdam, London, Luxembourg, Milan and Munich will be present in Berlin next week so please drop by and see us from Tuesday 24th until Friday 27th September. Ahead of Innotrans next week, we are proud to unveil our new company video – thank you to Robin Shek and ⚡️ Brave Spark Creative Studio for their support in bringing this project to life.

Thank you to everyone who participated in and helped organise yesterday’s hugely successful 5-a-side tournament at Powerleague Shoreditch. Yet again everyone’s enormous generosity helped us at Beacon Rail and our co-sponsor GB Railfreight raise well over £20,000 for Railway Children and Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity, with more donations still to come! Our two newcomers to the event Enigma Seven Ltd and TXM Recruit contested an exciting final with Enigma Seven Ltd eventually winning on penalties. Congratulations to Shane Duffy and your team and unlucky on this occasion Ben Anderson. Thank you to Lizzi Hollis, who with your fantastic team and ably assisted by Bernard Schiebaan, managed to raise over £1,000 on the day selling raffle tickets for the grand prize of an Arsenal football shirt signed by the team (thank you for arranging this kind donation Arsenal F.C and Amiel Walia). A final thank you to all our volunteers who helped run yesterday’s event, without whom we could not have held such a huge tournament with 105 matches played involving just under 300 players! We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!